Words are powerful. As leaders, the words we use make a difference. A huge difference. In my post about life-giving statements Jesus made, I shared some things Jesus said that can encourage us today. As we seek to be like Him, we have an opportunity within our...
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 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...
Jason Taylor Church Leadership, Church Planting
Living In The Big Picture
Dec 22, 2023
As a Church Planter, there are certain built-in big days that give you a great increase in numbers but sometimes leave...
Brian Jones Church Health, Church Leadership
The Game Changer: Annual Goals And Daily Prayer Affirmations
Dec 20, 2023
If every Senior Pastor reading this would… Seek God’s face for next year’s ministry Write down what they believe God...
Ron Edmondson Church Leadership, Church Planting, Communication / Preaching
7 Quick Reminders For Pastors During Christmas Season
Dec 15, 2023
I want to share some quick reminders for pastors during Christmas season. You already know all of these, but sometimes...
Navigating Family and Pastoral Expectations
Dec 13, 2023
Hey, Church Planting Family! You know what they say, right? "78.6% of stats are made up on the spot." Ha! That’s just...