If you look up the definition of margin, you’ll get a few different answers. The edge or border of something. The...
Travis is a husband, father, and executive pastor of a small-town church that went big. He has a passion for helping small-town churches and pastors. His writing focuses on helping churches and ministry leaders take steps to grow themselves and the churches they serve.
Travis Stephens Posts
The Power and Purpose of Friendships
The friendships within your church are incredibly important. They in large part keep people connected to the church....
The Delicate Balance Between A Better Ministry or A Better Life
A very long time ago I came to the conclusion that God blesses those who work the hardest. I remember telling my...
Connection: The Key to Church Growth
I’ve been thinking a lot about connections lately. I haven’t really made up my mind completely, but I know they’re...
The Pros and Cons of Being a Relational Leader
I’m going to go out on a limb here and say that most small-town pastors tend to be very relational. It’s hard to get...
Ten Things You Need to Give Your Church a Chance to Grow
A little over ten years ago, my church hit a growth spurt. One year we grew by 18 percent, the next year 48 percent,...
How to Regain the Joy of Ministry
Tell me if this sounds familiar. Whenever I have to deal with a difficult problem in my church, I contemplate doing...
When the Time is Right
Change is dangerous. It’s been over a decade now since I was called into my very first board meeting. I wasn’t on...
4 Questions to Ask Now to Be More Fruitful in 2021
What can I say about this year, that hasn’t already been said? This year has been one we’ll always remember, even...
Five Ways to Utilize Your Sermon Beyond Sunday
In my last post, I told you your sermon was overrated, and to my surprise, many of you actually agreed. It just...
Your Preaching is Overrated
There I said it. You may not agree, but you needed to hear it. Now, before you unsubscribe or send me a scathing email...
The Biggest Barrier to Reaching Young Families Right Now
Empathy – The ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Several years ago my wife became a stay at home...