There should be many open doors for new members. A system for assimilation should be developed. Failure to Become Doctrinally Stable. Members must know what they believe in order to become a mature church. Failure to Start New Units.
Growth occurs as more units are started.
Failure to Plan for Growth. Be proactive, plan ahead for growth. Failure to Earn the Respect of the Community. Find ways to serve the community. Failure to Define the Target Group of the New Church.