This new book, Beyond 4: Leading Your Church Toward Level 5 Multiplication, is the second book in Exponential’s “Multiplication Pathways” series preceded by New to Five: Starting a Level 5 Multiplying Church by Ralph Moore and Jeff Christopherson. Both are key resources in the ongoing conversation.
This new book includes a wealth of insight for what it takes to travel the 4 to 4+ multiplication pathway. Tim and Larry vividly share their stories of climbing beyond the basecamp of Level 4 toward the summit of Level 5 multiplication. In addition to their inspiring experiences, they bring us the practical lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Both leaders have been instrumental in developing the Becoming Five framework and identifying the multiplication pathways we detailed in Dream Big, Plan Smart. Our prayer is that you’ll learn from Tim and Larry and be inspired to climb higher beyond Level 4. This new book is a great place to start!
Author(s)
Larry Walkemeyer serves as the Lead Pastor of Light and Life Christian Fellowship in Long Beach, CA. Starting with a handful of committed “white folks”, the church has grown into a large multi-ethnic church transforming its tough urban neighborhood. A priority on local and global church planting has led to the start of 22 churches nationally and dozens in Ethiopia, Philippines and Indonesia.
As Director of Equipping and Spiritual Engagement for Exponential, Larry seeks to influence the church of Jesus toward multiplication. Holding a doctorate in church leadership and as the author of eight books (five for Exponential), Larry speaks and consults frequently. Azusa Pacific University has recognized Larry with the Centennial Award, naming him one of the most influential graduates in its history. Larry serves on the Board of Trustees for Azusa Pacific University.
Larry and Dr. Deb Walkemeyer have been married since 1978 and they write and speak frequently on marriage. They have two adult daughters. Larry enjoys snow skiing, waterskiing, biking, mission trips and long walks on the beach.
Tim Hawks is Lead Pastor at Hill Country Bible Church Austin in Austin, Texas. He planted and pastored a church in Ruston, LA, before coming to Hill Country in 1989. Tim’s passion for church planting grew as he saw the need for more spiritually vibrant, missionally minded churches in the Austin area. Since 1996, the Association of Hill Country Churches has planted 27 churches throughout Greater Austin.
Tim is dedicated to partnering with like-minded churches to saturate the city with the gospel of Jesus Christ. By meeting monthly with area pastors and building relationships with other organizations that have a heart for the people of Austin, he has been instrumental in shaping a unified strategy for reaching the city.
He also serves as a member of the directional team for Christ Together, a national network that exists to inspire, galvanize, connect, resource and support the Church in America to communicate and demonstrate the good news of Jesus Christ to almost 315 million Americans.
Tim received his bachelor’s degree from Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO, and a master’s degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. He has been married to his wife, Cindy, for 30 years, and has four grown children. He enjoys hunting, having deep discussions with his kids, and planning strategies for just about anything.
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