Get Your Ministry Reset

Recently, I was on the Ministry Brands Church Leadership Lab podcast. On that podcast, I shared that churches who want to grow must have a crystal-clear identity to survive in today's post-Christian culture. Because here’s the hard truth: Many churches are operating with a foggy sense of who they are and who God has called them to reach. This podcast is worth your time (even if you don’t play it at 2x speed!). Click the image to watch/listen on YouTube I’d love to hear how this helped you...

Want to know the #1 reason people leave your website? It's not your message. It's not your design. It's something much simpler. They can't find your service times and location. I know… seems basic. But I've reviewed hundreds of church websites, and this single issue keeps driving potential visitors away. The fix? Put your service times and address: On your homepage In your footer On every event page That's it. Simple but powerful. Want more tips? I just published a complete list with Lifeway...

Are your church communications not getting the results you want? I just published something that might help… In the latest Religious Product News, I break down the 5 most common communication mistakes preventing church growth - and exactly how to fix them. These are the same issues I've helped hundreds of churches overcome to reach more people effectively. Want to start seeing better engagement and real growth in your church? Check it out here:...

Hey Reader, Easter is just 68 days away. Yup - I knooow. And I know how overwhelming it can feel to get everything in order. With all the excitement—and yes, the pressure—it’s easy to feel a bit lost. But don’t worry! I’ve put together a curated list of valuable Easter resources and guidance from our blog to help you plan with confidence… Ultimate Easter Promotions Planning List Trying to reach new people to have a long-lasting impact while also planning for the most important Sunday of the...

Is 2025 sneaking up on you like it is me? With just THREE Sundays left in the year and a lot of Christmas activity filling your calendar, time will go fast. The next thing you know, it will be January, and someone will put a meeting on your calendar to talk about Easter. 🤯 Yikes. How does that happen?! Maybe this sounds familiar... Back in October, my team was in Charlotte, NC, for a meeting and stopped to check in with the communications team at a large church we'd worked with a few years...

Nearly every couple of weeks, it seems someone is posting in a Facebook group asking about digital church signs or LED signs for their church. They often repeat the same basic questions: What company should we use for our digital sign? What do you put on your church sign? What rules do you have for putting a message on your sign? These aren't bad questions. They just aren't the right questions. In our increasingly digital age, churches constantly seek innovative ways to connect with their...

I loved Legos as a kid. (Ok ok... I still do.) Remember that feeling when you get a big, brand-new box? Excitement, possibility, endless potential…until you realize you have absolutely no idea where to start. All of the pieces are in little bags. Some pictures of what the built set is supposed to look like.And then... alternatives? How did they do that?!Images of happy kids who built their Lego set on their own (allegedly).And.... so many pieces. The box made it look so simple. But it always...

Pastor, is your church struggling? Here this: God's not done with you. If you: ✔️ Love Jesus ✔️ Are a healthy leader ✔️ Are committed ✔️ Are coachable Then we believe if you had the right plan to follow, you could lead your church back to health. That's why, on January 7th, we’re launching the 🌟NEW🌟 Church Revitalization Cohort for pastors and church leaders like you. If you’re tired of…. …watching your congregation continue to age …struggling for survival …not knowing how to engage the...

I hate to say it. But it's true. Perception matters. You're dedicated to spreading God's message and building a strong community. But what do the people living in your community think about your church? Is your church's unique identity shining through, or are you lost in the noise of everyday life? Are you struggling to attract new members and keep them engaged? We've worked with many churches who've faced the same challenges. It comes down to one thing: clarity. When your church's identity...

You wear many hats. From teaching, preaching, and serving others, plus finding time for operational meetings and updating this week's email, your plate is always full. However, in today's digital age, having a solid marketing strategy in place is crucial to spreading the gospel and seeing healthy growth at your church. Unfortunately, church leaders like you can easily fall into common marketing pitfalls that can hinder their reach and impact. That's why I'm sharing the top 5 marketing...