by Toni Spry | Jun 16, 2022 | Church Health, Church Planting
Many years ago we were visiting with some friends in their home having dinner. His father, who was a Pastor, happened to be there also. Of course, the conversation turned to the ministry. We were young, successful, and enthusiastic about our first church plant,...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jun 10, 2022 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Pastoral Burnout
Here is a weekly summary of some random things in my life. Basically, it’s a list of what I’m watching, listening to, pondering and exploring. What I’m watching Night Sky – on Amazon Prime Irene and Franklin York, a retired couple, have a secret: a Chamber...
by Ron Edmondson | Jun 2, 2022 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, International Church Planting
Having participated in two church plants as a planter, and now working with church planters on a regular basis in a coaching capacity, I know firsthand the fears associated with planting a church. It’s a leap of faith and one God is calling many to these days. My...
by Brian Jones | May 19, 2022 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Discipleship
What I am about to share with you is the single most important church growth principle I have ever learned for Senior Pastors of churches under 1,000 in size. I call it Leadership Evangelism. Leadership Evangelism is the process by which Senior Pastors single-handedly...
by Brian Davis | May 9, 2022 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church
If you know me at all, you’ve probably heard me talk about the Law of Preparation and how I think it has massive influence on church growth. It’s the idea of being prepared for the next stage BEFORE it arrives, and it’s SO important for church leadership. I’ve heard...