In this valuable church leadership resource, Kevin Martin examines the five aspects of congregational life that are key to the development and growth of a strong congregation. Based on the author's popular church growth seminar, The Five Critical Systems, the five keys to congregational growth are:

• Build the Team
• Keep Healthy
• Pay Attention to Generations
• Open the Front Door, Close the Back Door (keep your original members as you gain new members)
• Raise the Stewardship Level 

Five Keys for Church Leaders distinguishes itself from other such resources with a focus on the "systems" of congregational life rather than the "programs" of congregational life.