by Steve Sjogren | Jun 17, 2026 | Outreach and Evangelism, Servant Evangelism
Dear Fellow Pastor, Let me say something plainly, because I wish someone had pressed it into me earlier: Don’t hire an evangelist. Become one. I understand the instinct. You feel the drag of expectations, the weight of teaching, administration, care, and the... 
by Steve Sjogren | Oct 2, 2025 | Church Health, Church Leadership
If you’re in the early stages of planting, you already know momentum is everything. You don’t have the luxury of long-term tradition, deep budgets, or established credibility. What you do have, though, is yourself—and that’s where the real power of... 
by Jeff Hoglen | Feb 26, 2024 | Church Growth, Church Health, Church Leadership
Ever feel like something’s a bit off at church, but you can’t quite put your finger on it? Could it be a sign that your church’s momentum is slowing down? The reality is – it may not be super obvious at first glance. Let’s dive into five... 
by Ron Edmondson | Dec 15, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Communication / Preaching
I want to share some quick reminders for pastors during Christmas season. You already know all of these, but sometimes we get so busy with all the season’s activities that we failed to do some of the more important things. If you are intentional, Christmas can be one...