When you hear the word mullet, you probably think of that infamous hairstyle: business in the front, party in the back. It’s bold. It’s memorable. It’s a mix of two seemingly different styles in one. But what if I told you the mullet is a pretty perfect metaphor for...
Everything rises and falls on leadership. As pastors, teachers, and church planters, we should be life-long learners, especially in the area of leadership.
Jeff Hoglen Church Leadership, Church Planting, Pastoral Burnout
The Alarming Rate of Burnout Among Church Planters
Feb 19, 2024
Burnout among church planters. It's a real thing, and it's hitting hard. Think about it: you've got passionate people...
Ron Edmondson Church Leadership
Two Things Visionary Leaders Must Have to Be Successful
Feb 7, 2024
I love working with big-idea leaders. I somewhat put myself in that category, so perhaps we are attracted mostly to...
Neil Cole Church Leadership, Communication / Preaching, Discipleship
The Gifted Teacher
Feb 2, 2024
Getting the message right is only a quarter of the task for the teacher. Communicating the message so that others...
Jeff Hoglen Church Leadership, Church Planting, Communication / Preaching, Discipleship
Preaching with Impact: Mastering the 3-Point Sermon Outline
Jan 31, 2024
Preaching is an art, a divine calling to share God's Word. In the journey of spreading His message, clarity and focus...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership
Dealing with Staff Changes Within the Church
Jan 29, 2024
Change is a constant in life, and the church is not immune to it. Staff changes within a church, whether due to...
Bill Tenny-Brittian Church Growth, Church Health, Church Leadership
The Five Tasks of a Successful Lead Pastor
Jan 26, 2024
This week I want to talk about the multifaceted role of a successful lead pastor in the Post-Covid Church. To begin...
Travis Stephens Church Health, Church Leadership, Small Church / Rural Church
4 Types of Pastoral Leadership
Jan 24, 2024
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...
Stephen Gray Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting
Defining Success for Church Plants
Jan 17, 2024
Success is not necessarily a numbers issue. I know plenty of large churches that may look successful on the outside,...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership
Pastor’s Playbook – How to Be a Shepherd in Today’s World
Jan 15, 2024
Picture this: a shepherd hanging out with their sheep, making sure they're safe, and heading in the right direction....
Ron Edmondson Church Leadership, Church Planting
10 Resolutions To Make a Ministry Leader Better
Jan 12, 2024
How about some resolutions that can actually make a ministry leader better? In my opinion, the best leadership comes...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
Mental Health and Support Systems for Pastors
Jan 1, 2024
Navigating the Lonely Waters As pastors, we're often seen as the rock of our communities — the steadfast...
Ron Edmondson Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
7 Personal Disciplines: A 90 Day Challenge
Dec 29, 2023
I’ve always been considered a fairly disciplined person. There are certain disciplines that have made me who I am...