by Steve Sjogren | Jul 21, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership
One of the biggest questions you as a leader need to ask: “Are those who report to me headed in the same direction as me?” That’s a question for everyone who reports to you. No matter where you are now, I recommend you take on a motto: “Trust but verify” ...
by Ralph Moore | Jul 17, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Church Revitalization
Every new business needs to differentiate itself from all others. Else, why the need for a new business? Church planting necessitates differentiation. These days, being different may open otherwise hostile hearts and minds. We face a rising generation more interested...
by Ron Edmondson | Jun 23, 2023 | Church Leadership
There are many exciting things pastors experience in their work. Pastors get to see the best and worst of life, but in this post I’ll point out some of the more positive. Obviously, seeing someone become a follower of Christ or baptism of a believer has to rank as a...
by Jeff Hoglen | Jun 21, 2023 | Church Health, Church Planting, Discipleship
As a church planter or leader, you know how important it is to build a strong foundation for your new church. While there are many aspects to consider, discipleship should be at the heart of your efforts. But what exactly is discipleship, and why is it so essential to...
by Rice Broocks | Jun 19, 2023 | Church Leadership, Church Planting, Communication / Preaching, Outreach and Evangelism
Years ago, studies circulated that showed that new churches tended to be more evangelistic than older, more established ones. The axiom followed, “The greatest form of evangelism is the planting of new churches.” The fruit of this has been the...