Selecting the right leaders is critical for a church’s growth and success. However, many (probably most) churches make at least five of the following common leadership selection mistakes that can hinder their progress. This blog post highlights five mistakes to avoid...
Everything rises and falls on leadership. As pastors, teachers, and church planters, we should be life-long learners, especially in the area of leadership.
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...
Jeff Hoglen Church Leadership, Communication / Preaching
The Power of Perspective
Dec 11, 2023
Perspective is vital, isn’t it? Our eyes—and brains—can be tricked into thinking something is true when it’s...
Jeff Hoglen Book Review, Church Leadership
Book Review – “Empowering Leadership” by Michael Fletcher
Dec 5, 2023
"Empowering Leadership" by Michael Fletcher is a rock-solid book, especially for those involved in ministry. Michael...
Jeff Hoglen Book Review, Church Leadership
Book Review – Lead Like It Matters by Craig Groeschel
Nov 28, 2023
"Lead Like It Matters" by Craig Groeschel is a compelling read for anyone interested in leadership, whether you're...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Leadership, Church Planting
From Church Plant to Church Planting Movement
Nov 24, 2023
Church Plants Must Embrace Early Multiplication As church planters, we're embarking on a journey to spread the...
Jeff Hoglen Church Leadership, Church Planting, Pastoral Burnout
Embracing Sacrifice in Church Planting
Nov 20, 2023
Today, let's explore a topic close to many of our hearts: the sacrifices involved in church planting. This journey,...
Jeff Hoglen Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Revitalization
Church Mergers: Pros, Cons, and How-to
Nov 17, 2023
As church leaders, we're constantly navigating new challenges and opportunities. One such opportunity that's becoming...
Dave Workman Church Leadership
The Success in Succession
Nov 15, 2023
Are You Future-Thinking? There’s been a lot written about senior pastors’ transition and succession,...
Jeff Hoglen Church Growth, Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Revitalization
Why Churches Lose Momentum – And How to Get It Back
Nov 13, 2023
Today, I’m diving into something that’s both critical and a bit uncomfortable: Why do churches lose momentum? You...