Church planting often begins with energy, vision, and a deep sense of calling. The early days are fueled by adrenaline, optimism, and a belief that sacrifice now will pay off later. Yet many leaders are surprised to discover that church planter burnout doesn’t usually arrive after years of ministry. It often begins quietly in the…
How Big a Church Plant Launch Team Actually Needs to Be
Figuring out the size of your church plant launch team isn’t just about hitting a number. It’s about rhythm, sustainability, and the real capacity of your people to serve with joy instead of fatigue. Too small a team and you burn people out. Too large and you risk managing volunteers rather than mobilizing them. A…
Why Most Church Plants Run Out of Leaders Before Money
Church plant leadership demonstrates one of those paradoxes where the most precious resource isn’t cash. It’s people willing to lead, shepherd, and stay the course. That’s why Why Most Church Plants Run Out of Leaders Before Money isn’t just a provocative title. It’s a reality for countless church planters who thought finances would be the…
The First Year of a Church Plant Is Not About Growth
The first year church plant isn’t a sprint toward big crowds, impressive programs, or viral social media moments. If you’re anything like most planters, you’ve probably felt the subtle pressure to “hit the ground running” and measure success by numbers, buzz, or attendance. That’s a nice dream, but here’s the pastoral truth: the first year…
Is Your Preaching and Teaching Falling Flat?
Seeing the Unseen – A Path Toward Hope
That inner dialogue constantly yakking in my brain goes silent at the same time my vision goes blurred. I think of it as seeing the unsen.
