by Jeff Hoglen | May 11, 2026 | Church Health
You’ve been in that conversation. Someone sits across from you, Bible open, and tells you what they believe. You show them what the text actually says. They nod — and then explain why their interpretation is still right. That’s not a Bible study problem.... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Dec 1, 2025 | Church Health, Church Leadership
Let me tell you about the conversation I’ve had over and over with pastors and planters who are trying to figure out why their church resists change in the first place. It usually starts with something like: “We know we need to change, but our people are... 
by Charles Ridley | Nov 13, 2025 | Church Health, Church Leadership
Whenever corruption, divisiveness, or dysfunction arrives on the scene, we justifiably shine the spotlight on the obvious: the perpetrators who directly carry out destructive behavior. They stand in the foreground of the drama. They also can serve as a distraction,... 
by Toni Spry | Dec 6, 2024 | Church Leadership, Church Planting
Jesus’ birth was a gift. His life and ministry were manifestations of giving, starting with the Wedding Feast of Cana. His death was a gift. His heart was pure. Jesus was and is a “Giver.” Understanding the Giver-Taker Dynamic In your church plant... 
by Jeff Hoglen | May 29, 2024 | Church Leadership, Featured, Pastoral Burnout
Leading a church is one of the most rewarding callings, but it’s not without its hidden challenges. Many of these struggles are rarely discussed openly, yet they’re an integral part of the pastoral journey. Let’s dive into the less-discussed realities of pastoral...