by Brian Jones | Apr 13, 2023 | Church Revitalization, Communication / Preaching, Small Church / Rural Church
Here are a few practical things that you can do to take your preaching to the next level with minimal effort. 1. Do a two-minute warning. My biggest problem in sermon writing is what people call “analysis paralysis” – I get so involved studying for a...
by Jeff Hoglen | Apr 10, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
As a church planter, you know all too well the feeling of anxiety when it comes to starting a new church. You’ve invested countless hours into researching, planning, and praying for your church, yet the feelings of worry can still creep in. But please know this...
by Artie Davis | Apr 5, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, International Church Planting
Vision. We all talk about it. Its importance, its power, it’s the ability to draw people and resources. But some lessons associated with church vision will never come from the mouths of others, you may hear them, but you will have to EXPERIENCE them. Once you see...
by Jeff Hoglen | Mar 31, 2023 | Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
As a church planter, you are likely to face discouragement at some point along the way. For example, it can be discouraging when low attendance or finances are an issue. It takes work to remain hopeful and motivated in the face of these challenges. But there are ways...
by Jeff Hoglen | Mar 29, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting
It is no secret that the pastor who serves as the spiritual leader of a church can have a profound impact on the direction and growth of the congregation. But what exactly makes them effective? In this blog post, we’ll discuss three traits that every effective pastor...