Why We Need the Church 360 Assessment
Every church has a mission. Whether your vision is focused on making disciples, transforming communities, or multiplying leaders, the desire is always to move forward—faithfully, fruitfully, and effectively. But in order to move forward, you first have to know where you are. That’s where the Church 360 Assessment comes in.
It’s not just a survey. It’s not just a spreadsheet. It’s a clear-eyed, prayerful process of understanding the current health and trajectory of your church across all major systems. And in today’s rapidly changing world, we need it more than ever.
1. Clarity Precedes Movement
Most churches don’t lack ideas—they lack clarity. Without accurate, honest insight, we’re left guessing about what’s really working, what’s stuck, and what’s missing. The Church 360 Assessment provides a full picture across seven essential systems: Organizational, Numinous, People, Regeneration, Disciple-Making, Operational, and Advancement.
This clarity gives leaders a foundation from which to lead with focus and purpose, not assumption.
2. Healthy Systems Drive Healthy Churches
You don’t drift into health—you move toward it with intentionality. Behind every thriving ministry is a set of strong systems: how decisions are made, how people are discipled, how outreach happens, how resources are managed, and how leaders are raised. The 360 Assessment looks beneath the surface to evaluate these systems, so you can strengthen what supports your mission.
Without healthy systems, even the best intentions can burn out.
3. It Builds a Shared Understanding
Church leaders often carry insights others don’t see—but transformation happens when everyone shares the same reality. The Church 360 tools include surveys for both leaders and members, offering a chance to see how aligned (or misaligned) your perspectives are. That shared understanding becomes a powerful starting point for vision casting and strategic planning.
When people see what you see, they’re more likely to follow where you lead.
4. It Encourages Humility and Growth
Taking time to assess your church requires courage. It means being willing to face weaknesses, celebrate strengths, and seek growth. It’s a humble step that says, “We’re still learning. We want to do better.” That posture of growth invites the Holy Spirit to work in fresh ways—and opens the door to breakthrough.
Churches that assess with humility grow with purpose.
5. It Helps You Focus on What Matters Most
The Church 360 Assessment doesn’t overwhelm you with information—it filters it into what’s most important. Using the Priority Tool, churches can quickly identify their top three areas to address in the next 12 months. That focus prevents scattered energy and helps build momentum one project at a time.
6. It Moves You Toward Real Change
Ultimately, the goal isn’t data—it’s transformation. The Church 360 system provides strategic planning tools, scoreboards, and next steps that help turn insight into action. It’s not about being perfect—it’s about being proactive. Taking what you’ve learned and applying it with grace, consistency, and commitment.
Your Church Has a Future—Start With a Clear Picture
Whether your church is in crisis, plateau, or renewal, the Church 360 Assessment gives you the tools to lead with insight and direction. It helps your team see what’s really happening, clarify where you want to go, and build a path to get there—one step at a time.
We need the Church 360 Assessment because the mission matters. Because people matter. And because when we lead with clarity and humility, God honors the work with fruit that lasts.
Now is the time to take that first step. Assess well. Lead wisely. Grow with purpose.