I am back to my habit of reading (finding and completing) at least two books per month. I have started quite a few...

Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting, Discipleship
7 Life Lessons From 2022
Jan 4, 2023
I am in my mid 50's, and although I am far from retirement, I do take time to reflect and ponder the lessons I have...
Church Health, Church Planting
Conferences for Church Planters in 2023
Dec 26, 2022
Do you need some inspiration for the upcoming year? I find it essential to be around others who may do things...
Church Leadership, Church Planting, Outreach and Evangelism
Stop Planting Worship Services and Start Planting Churches!
Dec 12, 2022
I have heard a well-intentioned church planter say that if there is a great worship team and an above-average...
Church Planting, Coaching, International Church Planting
Church Planters: Be Intentional and Proactive
Dec 1, 2022
I have been thinking and praying about the upcoming new year and my plans, goals, and dreams. One thing I know is - I...
Church Planting, Church Revitalization, International Church Planting
Church Planting? Focus on These 3 Things!
Nov 3, 2022
I believe churches should be planted with a team. Lone ranger church planting just isn't healthy. Here are a few words...
Church Leadership, Church Planting, Featured, Pastoral Burnout, Small Church / Rural Church
5 Ways to Help Church Planters Get Unstuck
Oct 6, 2022
The thought of making a difference stirs you to take action. The excitement of something unique and fresh drives you...
Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting, Church Revitalization
5 Key Positions New Churches Need
Sep 15, 2022
When I say "needed," I need to qualify that word. If you are planting a house church or micro church, then you may not...
Church Leadership, Church Planting, Church Revitalization, Coaching
The Art of Resilience
Aug 19, 2022
How easily do you bounce back from disappointment? What is your reaction to change? Change is a fact of life....
Church Leadership, Church Planting
4 Things You Must Do When Planting a Church
Jul 25, 2022
I have had the privilege to plant or help plant numerous churches over the past 22 years. While the churches are...
Church Health, Church Leadership
Are We Making Consumers or Making Disciples?
Jun 27, 2022
Matthew 28:18-20 (The Message) 18-20Â Jesus, undeterred, went right ahead and gave his charge: "God authorized and...
Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting, Small Church / Rural Church
3 Powerful Reminders on Ministry
Jun 20, 2022
Here are 3 ministry lessons you need to know beyond doubt to lead well and be all God has called you to be. Â 1. The...