Let's be real here—church planting isn't some cute, Instagram-worthy adventure. It's raw and gritty and often feels like trying to grow roses in a concrete jungle. Seeds Can Grow in the Rockiest Soil Here's the truth—the life-giving gospel doesn't flourish just...
The Great Commission and the making of disciples go hand in hand with church planting. As we go into all the world as Jesus commands, and as we make disciples, churches will be needed. We believe God works in every type, style, and flavor of “church.”
Diversifying Assets
Nov 5, 2013
Any investment advisor will counsel you to diversify assets. Holding all your marbles in one bag leaves you vulnerable...
Linda Bergquist Church Leadership, Church Planting
The Wholehearted Church Planter
Oct 17, 2013
Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, is recalled as one of history’s most devoted followers of Jesus, and an...
Tiffany Crawford Church Leadership, Church Planting
The Afterthought That Could Ruin Your Church Plant
Oct 14, 2013
The first question my kids asked when I told them about the new “smaller” church we would be trying was: Is there...
Charles Ridley Church Planting
On the Art & Spirit of Church Planter Assessments: A Reply to Linda Bergquist
Oct 11, 2013
In her thoughtful blog of December 17, 2012, Linda Bergquist made the following observation: “Over the many years of...
Why The Right Measurements Can Bring Richness in Church Planting Assessments
Oct 9, 2013
Every church planter is acquainted with the measurements required in reports by the project sponsors, partners,...
The Seven Deadly Days
Oct 1, 2013
So you're on the launch pad... Pre-Easter is the most popular time of the year to launch a new church. I'm not sure...
Linda Bergquist Church Planting
Planting Churches Out of the Whole Character of God
Sep 12, 2013
The Missional Church movement, in which I really believe, emphasizes that starting churches (and all other missionary...
Phil Spry Church Leadership, Church Planting
By Grace Alone…
Aug 20, 2013
Nearly everyone is looking for the magic bullet that will propel their ministry into visible significance. Most of...
Joe Miller Church Leadership, Church Planting
How To Build The Church
Aug 13, 2013
It is disturbing how much of our Church is built around the cult of celebrity. In some circles, church planting has...
John Wasem Church Planting, Coaching
My Mentor
Aug 7, 2013
I left Washington DC this morning after a marvelous week of church planting work and incredible networking. As I sat...
Toni Spry Church Leadership, Church Planting
Is The Modern Church Planting Movement “Elitist”?
Jul 31, 2013
Last time I wrote about 6 Things Church Planters Can Learn From Ducks. Today, however, I might just ruffle some...
Phil Spry Church Leadership, Church Planting
Go for the Geezers!
Jul 19, 2013
Donald Rumsfeld has written a book called Rumsfeld’s Rules. In it he notes that the most dangerous people are those...