by Jeff Hoglen | Jul 19, 2024 | Church Growth, Church Health
It’s important to remind ourselves that church planting is a marathon, not a sprint. You’re not just throwing a few folding chairs in a gym and hoping people show up. You’re building something that will impact lives for decades to come. That’s...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jun 7, 2024 | Church Planting
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...
by Jeff Hoglen | May 15, 2024 | Church Growth, Church Health, Discipleship, Outreach and Evangelism
When we zoom in on the practical aspects of our faith, the small, deliberate acts—those micro-missions—can light up our communities and ignite our church growth. Think about it: these aren’t grand, sweeping programs that require massive budgets or vast teams. Instead,...
by Dave Workman | Feb 28, 2024 | Church Health, Outreach and Evangelism
We—the followers of Jesus—live in an interesting neighborhood: The World. My friend Tom Thatcher (co-founder of The Elemental Group) texted me this picture recently in Cincinnati and said: “Positively, the target audience and value proposition are stated in...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 22, 2024 | Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization
Are you looking to make a real difference in your community but not quite sure where to start? Well, you’re not alone. Many churches strive to extend their influence beyond Sunday services, aiming to touch lives and meet needs right where people are. Let’s talk...