In succinct and entertaining fashion, Scott Armstrong guides you through the joys and challenges of birthing a new church. Active Duty grabs your attention from the opening chapter, and does not let go until YOU are ready to plant a church at Hell's gate The author's belief that church planting is the most effective method of kingdom growth is contagious. Along with motivation, you will find practical wisdom suitable for highlighting and note taking. The reader will discover numerous resources, lessons learned, and recommendations for anyone starting a church, or those desiring to grow a small church. The transparent look into the hardships church planters face will be a source of strength to those in similar spiritual battles. For those who pastor established works, Active Duty issues the challenge to plant new churches in neighboring unchurched or under churched areas. This can be done effectively as established churches become "sending" churches. This book destroys the myth that church planters must have super powers and unlimited resources. The Armstrong story proves that ordinary God-called people can do extraordinary things. Active Duty is a church planting adventure