World Revival Network

World Revival Network has helped hundreds of people find a better way to minister.

Whether you are a pastor, leader or church worker, we are committed to providing you with the best possible solutions for the effective management of your ministry. We not only provide resources for empowerment and biblical focus, we also help you develop practices that keep your ministry refreshed and productive.

Contact us and share your story! By learning more about you and your experience, a common-ground of fellowship and spiritual growth can be established. We look forward to hearing from you.

Many are discovering World Revival Network is many-sided. Fellowship, conferences and spiritual impartation are not all this organization provides. Functioning on multiple levels, we assist in ministry placement, consultation and church assessment. World Revival Network has also been developing diverse tools and resources. We are not only educating about biblical governance and practical ministry, but bringing deeper understanding through books, videos and training resources.

World Revival Network is:

*Equipping ministry-minded people with tools, information, credentials and leadership opportunities in the local church.

*Educating leaders about divine order, biblical governance and practical ministry.

*Empowering leaders through relationships, prayer and spiritual impartation.

World Revival Network of Ministries was established to provide fellowship, inspiration and training for ministry-minded people. We are doing this by:

*Integrating scriptural principles.

*Strengthening with spiritual impartation.

*Facilitating relationships with like-minded people.

*Enabling strategic leadership.

Read more at www.worldrevivalnetwork.com

1. Understand that People were Made to Give

They just may not know it yet

Jesus said, "It is more blessed to give than to receive." Obviously there is a unique blessing that comes from giving. God actually made people to be generous to others. In giving, people are not just releasing their money, they also gaining things that make them happier and more fulfilled. Leaders must understand that it is good for people to give.

2. People Need to be Asked to Give

Encourage what is right

Asking is the biblical norm. Many ministries miss opportunities to encourage giving because they ask so infrequently. People not only need to be asked to give, they need to be asked often. First of all, frequent asking encourages action. People need to hear things many times, before they are ready to act. Why would an individual respond to something that is not on their mind? Frequent asking brings this need to the forefront. Secondly, right action does not always come naturally. People need to be continually reminded to do what is right. Finally, frequent giving opportunities encourage people to establish a regular pattern of generosity. It also allows small gifts to compound into larger gifts. Despite the vehement criticism expressed in some circles, Christ-centered ministries should never be hesitant to ask and to ask often.

3. The People who Give Need to be Thanked

Lack of appreciation equals lack of involvement

Ministries should always thank their contributors. It is very important to let your members and supporters know how much you appreciate their generosity. I have often wondered why we ignore our contributors and focus our attention on the needy. Don't hear me wrong, needy people can be quite demanding and ministries should endeavor to help everyone. Nevertheless, I have found that our church workers and supporters are not given as much attention as they deserve. Ministry leaders should engage them and thank them over and over again. They should understand that they are appreciated and encouraged. Might the level of giving increase if leaders expressed appreciation to those who are actually helping carry the work?

4. The People who Give Need to be Communicated to

Closed mouths causes closed wallets

The contributors want to know what is happening. Every time the offering basket is passed, many ask themselves, "What are my gifts are actually accomplishing? What has changed because of my generosity?" Since these people are truly partnering in the work of ministry, make it a priority to keep them notified. Give them regular verbal and printed reports of the ministry's impact. Ask them how they feel about the ministry's progress. Help them see where their giving is making a difference. Better communication always opens the door to more generous giving in the congregation.

5. The People who Give need to be Blessed

Blessing creates strength and empowerment

In the Kingdom of God, everything is tied to relationship and community. Thus, giving is never a one way street. It is part of building connections and preserving the well-being of the group. Ministry leaders need to bless those who are blessing the ministry. There are countless ways to do this. They can be blessed by prayer or taking the time to listen to their thoughts. Yet a blessing can come in other tangible ways. Ministry leaders can take a contributor out to lunch, give them an inspiring book or make a special visit to their home. Again, why do we ignore those who give the most to the ministry? I am not suggesting that you play favorites but you can show some tangible concern for those who give.

In addition to building edifying relationships and promoting the cause of global revival, World Revival Network offers an array of benefits, resources and services for members. The following is a listing of some of these membership advantages:

Benefit from Partnership and Fellowship
Build relationships with anointed leaders
Share ministry vision
Receive counseling

Experience Impartation and Empowerment
Encounter the presence and power of God
Receive ongoing prayer support

Receive Spiritual Covering and Accreditation
Receive insights and impartation from Steve Gray
Gain accountability and guidance

Acquire Biblical Training and Equipping
Conferences and Seminars
Correspondence training

Learn Effective Ministry Strategies
Personal coaching and consultation

Obtain Practical Tools and Resources
Insightful books, video and audio are available at a discount.
Multimedia website
E-mail and print newsletters
Prayer alert program
"Life and Power" daily e-mail
Streaming video on the internet

Attain Congregational and Ministry Assistance
Utilize our toll-free crisis hotline
Be encouraged by visiting ministry teams
Obtain training for staff and leadership
Be assisted in church planting
Participate in special evangelism projects
Be assisted in establishing divine order
Receive personal ministry evaluations
Obtain assistance in ministry placement
Church ministry assessments

Benefits do not apply to all levels of membership. Ambassador, Certified and Credentialed members receive a greater part of the benefits. If you would like more detailed information about the benefits of membership, contact our international office.

"Other organizations offered a lot of talk but World Revival Network has actually provided help for me and my congregation."
-Hayden Groves
Senior Pastor
Christ Outreach Ministries
Edwardsville, Kansas

"World Revival Network helped my wife and me when we had no one else. We especially remember when we were asked to leave the pastorate because of our stand for revival. When we called to ask for prayer, they immediately responded. They helped us not get bitter and to realize that God had not forgotten us."
-John Stell
Congregational Leader
Living Word Fellowship
Meeker, Oklahoma

"World Revival Network has been a real lifeline to us. In many ways they have helped us more than the churches in our own country."
-Roger Galbraith
Senior Pastor
City Light Christian Outreach Centre
Napier, New Zealand

"World Revival Network has helped me develop relationships with like-minded people across the country. The Network has been a source of fresh materials and ideas that you cannot find anywhere else."
-Cliff Pash
Missionary-Evangelist
Lawrence, Kansas

"Through World Revival Network I have experienced a renewed strength and passion in ministry, and a renewed hunger for God. I have also received a new direction for a prayer and some very strategic warfare plans."
-Jene Ostapowicz
Senior Pastor
Immanuel Revival Church
Brown City, Michigan

"My life has been changed since coming to the conference. Hope and strength have been restored! I have a fervency that I have never had before! People I don't know all that well are calling me to their homes and having me pray for them."
-Paula Hansen
Intercessor
Gwinner, North Dakota

"What I received in the conference meetings was very rich and timely. I have also been listening to the audio resource on 'authority.' It is one of the most excellent teachings I have ever heard. Thanks again for World Revival Network and the daily price you pay for Revival."
-Frankie Hency
Itinerate, Pastoral Ministries
Carl Junction, Missouri

"While I appreciate World Revival Network's openness and clarity of message, I think I most enjoy the friendships it has enabled me to have with other godly leaders."
-Bill Campbell
Missionary Evangelist
Lees Summit, Missouri

"Your insight and willingness to help us have been of great value and will never be forgotten. Your encouragement has lifted our spirits and the Lord has used you mightily in helping to give us direction. World Revival Network has been so instrumental in helping us to get to where we are, individually and as a church."
-Curtis and Ruth Ann Dunning
Senior Pastors
Crystal River Fellowship
Wathena, Kansas

"I have seen dramatic changes in my ministry since I have joined World Revival Network."
-Dan Mitchell
Pastor
Totowa, New Jersey

"For several years now World Revival Network has been a unique source of strength for me and my congregation."
-Derek Melton
Pastor
Pryor Creek Community Church
Pryor, Oklahoma