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 Hugh Halter | Jun 13, 2022 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Outreach and Evangelism
A consistent question I often get is related to whether or not Christians should be liked by the culture. My simple answer has been that Jesus was liked by the commoner, the peasants, and sinners. Thus if we follow Christ, Christians should also be, for sure...
by Dave Workman | Feb 17, 2022 | Church Health, Church Leadership
The most generalized common complaint I hear about church operations from staff and pastors is: “I hate meetings.” Especially those who consider themselves leaders along the “driven”-spectrum or who are more task-focused. Let’s be honest: most of us really don’t like...
by Jeff Christopherson | Jan 4, 2022 | Church Planting
Note from the editor: This article was originally written a few years ago. After reviewing the post, the editor felt as though there is still much we can glean as we enter the new year with expectancy. The rise of church planting fervor within many streams of...
by Jeff Hoglen | Nov 15, 2021 | Church Leadership, Church Planting
Planting a life-giving church requires leaders to have a clear understanding of what they are called to achieve. Here are a few tips to become an effective church planter. Have A Clear Vision Having a clear vision is one of the most important steps a new pastor...
