The intentional life of a Christian
The Christian life is not about me living for Jesus; it’s about Jesus living His life …
Resources on Calling
Stories From the Front Lines: Jeremiah Semmler
Three years ago I planted CityView Church in Phoenix. I was born and raised in Phoenix …
9 characteristics of a church planter: Calling/Intro
I still remember the angst I felt the first time I read the question, “When were …
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9 characteristics of a church planter: Vision
Vision is overrated. “I’m just not very good at this whole ‘vision’ thing,” a discouraged pastor …
Don’t ask your goldfish how the water is. Goldie won’t have any idea what you’re talking …
5 Ways to prepare for church planting
For most church planters, the season prior to planting feels much like the engagement season leading …
If you’ve heard me speak or if you’ve read any of my books, what I’m about …
Last week I introduced you to, or reminded you of, a concept called identity amnesia: Christians …
No church planter wants to fail and no church planter starts off expecting to fail. However, …
Mistakes in church planting: Joseph Velarde
I am a huge Atlanta sports fan, as I was born and raised in Smyrna, Georgia. …
Mistakes in church planting: Andy Metzger
Anyone who has ever planted a church can tell you that one of the most accurate …
Is your calling based on identity?
Every Christian is called to be a missionary, and this calling extends wherever we are. Every …