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Some Common Characteristics of Fastest-Growing Churches By Dr. Tom Cheyney Common Characteristics of Fastest-Growing Churches While serving for the North American Mission Board, Tom Cheyney has attended worship services at five of the seven fastest-growing churches in the Nation. One church was Southern Baptist; the other four are not identified with any particular denomination. Here are some common characteristics that Dr. Cheyney observed during his visits. Common Characteristics of Fastest-Growing Churches A Positive First Impression. Each of these five churches makes a good first impression. Their best parking is reserved for visitors. Clearly marked signs point people to their desired destinations. Greeters are posted at every major entrance. The facilities are clean and attractive. Common Characteristics of Fastest-Growing Churches Visual Orientation. Three of the five churches used overhead projectors for song lyrics, Scripture readings, pictures that complement the music, and sermon texts. Common Characteristics of Fastest-Growing Churches Artsy flow and focus. At one church a woman performed a liturgical dance based on Psalm 150:4, which says, “Praise him with ….dance.” Common Characteristics of Fastest-Growing Churches Colorful Banners and Mosaic’s. Three of the five churches displayed colorful banners or mosaics in the worship centers, and most of them used occasional drama and/or dance in their services. Common Characteristics of Fastest-Growing Churches Celebrate Atmosphere. All of the churches had a spirit of celebration and expectancy. People obviously were happy to be at church and expected good things to happen. Common Characteristics of Fastest-Growing Churches Engaging Preaching. The pastors did not speak about abstract theology, but their messages were biblically based and relevant to daily living. Common Characteristics of Fastest-Growing Churches Illustrations and Storytelling abound. All used illustrations and stories