One of the marks of Bishop Dag Heward-Mills’ ministry is that he does not simply rejoice over decisions for Christ—he shepherds people into lasting discipleship. He understands that follow-up is not an optional department of the church, but a sacred part of the Great Commission. Winning a soul is only the beginning. The true work begins after the altar call, when the new believer must be nurtured, loved, and taught.
In every crusade, church service, and outreach program, Bishop Dag emphasizes follow-up. He trains his leaders to take it seriously. He reminds them that every soul matters. He teaches that just as a newborn baby needs care and attention, so does a new believer. Without follow-up, the seed falls to the side. But with care, prayer, and teaching, that seed can grow into a fruitful disciple.
His churches have systems in place that ensure no one is forgotten. New believers are called. They are visited. They are prayed for. They are invited to foundational classes and connected to shepherds. This structure has created churches where growth is not just about numbers, but about people who stay and mature.
Caring for Souls Like Jesus
Bishop Dag has always taught that ministry is about people, not programs. His heart is that of a true shepherd. He leads pastors and lay workers to follow the example of Jesus, the Good Shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine to go after the one. That one soul is worth the effort, the late-night visit, the extra phone call, the consistent invitation.
In his book The Art of Follow-Up, Bishop Dag gives detailed guidance on how to care for people after salvation. He teaches about the spiritual vulnerabilities of new believers, the importance of consistent communication, and the role of prayer in keeping people rooted in Christ. His tone is not mechanical—it is deeply pastoral. It is the voice of someone who truly loves people and wants to see them flourish.
The follow-up ministry in his churches is not rushed. It is patient. It is filled with compassion. It reflects the heart of a father who wants to see his children grow strong and stay in the faith. This ministry has helped many who would have fallen away remain grounded, discipled, and eventually become leaders themselves.
Dag Heward-Mills reminds the Church that follow-up is not for the few—it is for the whole body. Every shepherd, every worker, every believer has a role to play in keeping the sheep from wandering. When everyone takes that responsibility seriously, churches become families. Members don’t disappear—they grow. Converts don’t remain immature—they are nurtured into maturity.
The ministry of follow-up may not always be seen from the stage, but it is felt in the lives of the people. And through Bishop Dag’s example and teaching, it continues to bear fruit across the nations.