Things I’ve Been Watching, Reading, and Pondering
Here is a weekly summary of some random things in my life. Basically, it’s a list of what I’m watching, listening to, pondering and exploring....
DNA of Multiplication
Planning to Reproduce Many churches have mission statements that reflect the Great Commandment and the Great Commission. For example: Reach – Teach – Send...
Church Revitalization Is Possible
Dictionary.com defines replanting: “To plant (something) again or in a new place…” With regards to a church replant, a church avoids permanent closure by recognizing...
Practice What You Preach
Sunday services are filled with information that the pastor/preacher hopes will be life-transforming for the listeners. Sometimes, however, we find ourselves (Pastors) so busy in...
Pastoring in a Time of Crisis
The purpose of the church is to reach those who are far from Christ and to help them become true disciples. The hope is for...
Doing More With Less $$
When it comes to daily ministry life within the local church or even outreach, it is common that much is expected of us with few...
Connecting with your city
Steve Sjogren has been a mentor and great friend for many years. As the editing manager for churchplanting.com and part of the Kindness Outreach team,...
Overcoming Location Challenges
Some churches are located on major roads or viewable from an interstate. That is great, but this blog post is for those who have a...
3 Ways to Help You Get Unstuck
The thought of making a difference stirs you to take action. The excitement of something unique and fresh drives you to step out in faith...
Dare to Dream Big
We all have different goals and dreams. Some of you want to build a business to provide a part-time income that gives you the ability...
God Blesses Preparedness
When I teach on church planting, I often say Easter is the Superbowl for the church. (meaning its a big day) In the Philippines, I...
Starting A Church? Pastoring A Church? You Can Do It!
Planting a church is just plain tough! The last I checked, the odds are against us! Almost 1/2 of all church starts do not exist...