When the Horse Has Died … Dismount! (Your Church’s Dead Ministry Strategies)
Word Count: 391 – Est Read Time: <2 Minutes What’s Up? Let’s be honest: Starting something new in ministry is far easier than shutting something down. Most churches are suffering because they don’t have dead ministry strategies. So What? Churches and pastors often cling to outdated programs and strategies that are long past their expiration […]
Is Your Church Engaged in the “Mission Critical”?
Word Count: 438 – Est Read Time: ~2 Minutes What’s Up: Church leaders who ruthlessly pursue their mission tend to grow churches. But with the majority of churches in North America in decline, that suggests most churches aren’t actually pursuing their mission – they’re not engaged in the mission critical work of the Church. The […]
4 Tips to Streamline Church Financial Processes
Your church’s main focus is its congregation, community, and vision. But the reality of its operations require more than a heartfelt mission and inspiring sermon series – it involves significant planning and oversight, especially regarding financial management. Your church’s financial processes play a key role in maintaining congregant trust and being responsible stewards of your […]
The Zealous Nones Are Coming
Word Count: 408 – Est Read Time: ~2 Minutes What’s UpA recent Wall Street Journal article exposed a fascinating … and concerning … trend: 10% of the religious “Nones” are actively evangelizing … but not for Christ. They’ve been dubbed the “Zealous Nones.” So WhatIt’s no longer just apathy or disinterest keeping people out of […]
Keep Your Message Alive Beyond Sunday: AI Sermon Extension Tools
Word Count: 349 – Est Read Time: <2 Minutes What’s Up?By Wednesday, almost no one remembers your sermon – including you. So What?You poured hours into crafting your Sunday message, but by midweek, it’s a faded memory. That’s a problem because the sermon isn’t just for Sunday – it’s meant to shape lives. Fortunately, there’s […]
The 50% Rule: Church Growth in Half the Time
Word Count: 411 – Est Read Time: ~2 Minutes What’s Up: Pastor, if you want church growth, you need to spend at least half your time with the unchurched. Period. So What: Most churches are financially unsustainable because they aren’t reaching enough people. Especially for churches with fewer than 125 in worship, a growth plan […]