Let’s be honest—inviting people to church these days is an uphill battle. Most people aren’t exactly lining up to come in on a Sunday, and it’s not just because they’re busy. For many, the church has a reputation problem; it feels irrelevant or even uncomfortable....
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Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Discipleship
Multiplication Is In Our DNA: The Jesus Model of Discipleship
Nov 25, 2024
I've been diving deep into the Gospels lately, and something hit me like a ton of bricks – Jesus was the ultimate...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health
The Power of Personal Testimonies
Nov 22, 2024
Every Sunday, we church leaders rack our brains trying to figure out how to reach more people, how to make our...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership
Becoming an Encouraging Leader
Nov 4, 2024
One of the simplest yet most powerful things we can do as church leaders is encourage people. Think about it—who...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Leadership, Featured
Empowering Leaders and Unleashing Spiritual Gifts
Oct 24, 2024
Let's discuss something super important: empowering the leaders in our church and unlocking the amazing spiritual...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Planting
Holy Hustle: Balancing Entrepreneurship and Church Planting
Oct 14, 2024
Church planting is a wild ride. You’re building something from the ground up—reaching people, changing lives, and...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Revitalization
The Silent Exodus: Why Men Are Leaving the Church
Oct 9, 2024
Something significant is happening in our congregations, and you’ve likely noticed it too—the quiet exodus of men from...
Bill Tenny-Brittian Church Health, Church Leadership
Stop Ignoring the 5 Leadership Selection Mistakes Churches Make
Oct 2, 2024
Selecting the right leaders is critical for a church’s growth and success. However, many (probably most) churches make...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership
Pastoral Succession: Don’t Panic, Here’s Your Friendly Guide!
Sep 25, 2024
Hey there, church family! So, your longtime pastor is thinking about retirement, huh? Maybe you're feeling a mix of...
Bill Tenny-Brittian Church Health, Technology
Whatever Happened to Excellence
Sep 20, 2024
My brother was in the Marines … a loooong time ago. I was in the Air Force … a looooooonger time ago. I’m sure you’ve...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership
Building Church Unity Amid Political Tensions
Sep 6, 2024
Let’s face it—our world is more polarized than ever. Whether it’s politics, social issues, or just the latest...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Discipleship
Building a Strong Small Group Ministry on a Budget
Sep 2, 2024
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in ministry, it’s this: small groups are where the real life change happens. You can...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health
Church Growth 101
Aug 30, 2024
Hey there, church leaders! Let’s talk about church growth. Just for clarity: I believe in the Church and all...