What the Church Can Learn From Fortnite
Fortnite has exploded in popularity worldwide among youth and adults alike, and I strongly believe there are some great takeaways for the Church from it.
Practical Leadership Content for Small and Midsize Churches
Real guidance for pastors navigating the challenges of everyday ministry.
Leading a small or midsize church comes with unique pressures. From burnout and soul care to church strategy and team development, our articles and podcast guides address the issues church leaders face every week.
Meet the New Executive Director of 95Network
We’ve got some exciting news here at 95Network! We are officially announcing the hire of our new Executive Director, Dale Sellers.
Questions I Hear Generation Z Asking…
Millenials have been all the talk for quite some time. But as time goes by and Generation Z is on the rise, many leaders are starting to wonder more about this upcoming generation.. What makes Generation Z unique? And how can churches best be reaching them?
4 Signs You’re Leading From a Place of Fear
Fear holds a lot of people back from a lot of things. And church leaders certainly aren’t exempt from this reality. If we let them, these fears will greatly limit our influence, our focus, and our progress on the mission God has given us.
4 Things I Didn’t Understand About Church as a Newcomer
Bringing people to Christ is the Church’s ultimate goal. It is important that you keep new visitors around long enough to get to know them and help them further their relationship with Christ. Here are 4 things to keep in mind when communicating with new visitors in your church…
4 Ways to Celebrate the Ministry of the Large Church Down the Street
How can we celebrate the ministry that the churches around us are doing, especially those that are larger than us? Here are 4 practical ways you can encourage and support the large church down the street from you:
How to Handle Seasons of Insecurity as a Pastor
Every pastor has had seasons where they felt insecure. Fluctuating attendance, inconsistent weekly giving, staff issues, board members with agendas, and comparison to other “successful” ministries in our region all feed the notion that we’re not good enough to lead our church.
Growing Pains in Small Churches: An Interview with Michael Moore
“If you stick to what God has called you to do, allow other leaders to speak into your life, and are crystal clear with your vision, you will see things turn around.” We spoke with Michael Moore about the growing pains City Church experienced on their journey towards growth.
Pastor, Please Don’t Use Social Media Like This
As a pastor, the way you personally use social media can have serious effects, either positive or negative. Are you alienating people from the Kingdom of God as a result of what you post online?
7 Characteristics of Influential Church Leaders
Every pastor wants to lead their church well. They want to influence their community and change lives for Jesus. But what characteristics do the most influential church leaders possess?
Got Conflict? Use This Question to Check Your Heart
Conflict is inevitable. It’s just one of those things. As imperfect people interact, disconnect occurs, and it’s up to us whether we allow that disconnect to transform itself into deep-rooted frustration, or even resentment.
Addressing The Slow Fades of Marriage in Ministry
I have to be up-front and honest about something I see too often… Way too many spiritual leaders have a mistress called ministry. In this interview, Mark and Jill Savage share some of what they’ve learned in rebuilding their marriage.
