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 Ron Edmondson | Mar 15, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout
There are some often unknown roles of being a pastor. Pastor, have you ever heard? What is it you have to do when you’re not preaching? Must be nice to only work one day a week. I’d like to come see you this afternoon. Since it’s not Sunday I’m assuming you’re free....
by Jeff Hoglen | Jan 4, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Church Planting, Discipleship
I am in my mid 50’s, and although I am far from retirement, I do take time to reflect and ponder the lessons I have learned in life. Here are seven lessons that took a deeper meaning for me in 2022 and may help you as we enter a new year: All experiences,...
by Ron Edmondson | Nov 11, 2021 | Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church
I often say, “You limit what you control”. There are limitations pastors unknowingly set for their church. It’s often a matter of control, yet I believe most of the time we do it without realizing they are. Many of these are natural occurrences from doing things a...
by Brian Jones | Dec 29, 2020 | Church Leadership, Communication / Preaching
I want to show you how you can finish your sermons, every single week, by Monday at 11 a.m. Yes, you heard me right. I promise that if you finish your sermon by 11 a.m. on Monday… You will instantly improve your mental and emotional well-being (FYI – I believe...
