by Brian Jones | Nov 17, 2022 | Church Planting, Communication / Preaching, Small Church / Rural Church
Each Spring I set out a red bird feeder in my backyard. It is a red metal box that stands affixed on a 5’ pole. I always position it so we can see the swarm of birds that come to it through our kitchen window. I’ve always felt that that bird feeder is the simplest...
by Steve Sjogren | Nov 10, 2022 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Pastoral Burnout
One of the biggest questions you as a leader need to ask is: “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 a motto to heart. In fact, if you...
by Jeff Hoglen | Nov 3, 2022 | Church Planting, Church Revitalization, International Church Planting
I believe churches should be planted with a team. Lone ranger church planting just isn’t healthy. Here are a few words of advice for core teams. Focus on Three Things “Your focus needs more focus.” – Mr. Myagi (Karate Kid Movie) I...
by Ron Edmondson | Oct 31, 2022 | Church Health, Church Leadership
Would you rather lead with influence or control? Hopefully, the answer comes easily, but regardless of the answer, it doesn’t always play out that way for many leaders. Let me be honest. I can be a controlling person. It’s part of my character. My StrengthsFinders...
by Brian Jones | Oct 24, 2022 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Coaching
If you feel like you’re stuck in a dead-end ministry situation where options are limited, and doors aren’t opening, be patient. Before I turned 40… I purposely turned down almost every speaking request I received. I purposely didn’t publish a book. I purposely didn’t...
