In his message to church planters, Robin Lopez identifies four types of congregations—declining, plateaued, growing, and multiplying. He challenges churches that resist change, rely on outdated methods, or remain inward-focused, calling instead for ministries that engage their communities with relevance and purpose. Lopez highlights the importance of innovation, leadership development, and intentional discipleship. His call is clear: move beyond survival or maintenance and embrace a Kingdom-focused vision that makes disciples and builds new communities of faith.

Robin Lopez is Church Planting, Volunteer Lay Pastor and Church Revitalization director for the Texas Conference of Seventh-day Adventists