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Church planting is a wild ride. You’re building something from the ground up—reaching people, changing lives, and following God’s call. But let’s be real: planting a church can get complicated, especially when you’re also trying to balance the demands of...
It seems I’m constantly balancing between my yes and no as a leader. As a leader, I prefer to say yes. I love it when...
We—the followers of Jesus—live in an interesting neighborhood: The World. My friend Tom Thatcher (co-founder of The...
Ever feel like something's a bit off at church, but you can't quite put your finger on it? Could it be a sign that...
I grew up in a small town. Railroad tracks sliced through the middle of town and freight trains would rattle the...
If you're in the world of church planting or pastoring a local congregation, you know that crafting a life-giving...
Church planting takes a lot out of you. When we planted the second time, my wife set herself to see much less of me...
Change is a constant in life, and the church is not immune to it. Staff changes within a church, whether due to...
This week I want to talk about the multifaceted role of a successful lead pastor in the Post-Covid Church. To begin...
As a pastor, it can seem noble and even Biblical to try to be all things to all men. The apostle Paul even said as...
Are you looking to make a real difference in your community but not quite sure where to start? Well, you're not alone....
In the ever-evolving journey of church planting, one aspect remains perpetually vital—the foundation of core values. ...
Success is not necessarily a numbers issue. I know plenty of large churches that may look successful on the outside,...