Insights for Growing Healthy Churches

Practical systems and strategies for small church leaders who want to see real growth. No fluff, just proven tools that work for churches under 150 people.

The Power of Asking: How to Recognize and Receive Essential Help

The Power of Asking: How to Recognize and Receive Essential Help

Discover the power of asking for help in leadership. In this post, Henry Tolbert shares seven key ways help shows up for pastors, business leaders, and anyone in leadership, as well as practical tips ... ...more

Church Systems ,Spiritual Growth

December 09, 20255 min read

The Vital Role of a Pastor’s Wife: Understanding Her Calling and Gifts

The Vital Role of a Pastor’s Wife: Understanding Her Calling and Gifts

Discover the vital role of a pastor's wife in ministry. Learn how churches can support her calling, promote healthy partnerships, and provide the right systems to ensure a thriving ministry. Explore p... ...more

Church Systems ,Spiritual Growth

December 02, 20255 min read

How to Strengthen Your Church by Strengthening Your Pastor

How to Strengthen Your Church by Strengthening Your Pastor

Learn practical, Bible-based ways to support your pastor, protect church unity, and strengthen your local church through maturity, consistency, and aligned vision. ...more

Church Systems ,Spiritual Growth

November 25, 20258 min read

The 5-Person Team Every Church Needs Before the New Year Hits

The 5-Person Team Every Church Needs Before the New Year Hits

Most churches don’t struggle because of preaching or passion; they struggle because the team isn’t structured to support growth. In this post, you’ll learn the five essential roles every church need... ...more

Church Systems

November 04, 20255 min read

Belief Shapes Vision: 5 Lies Keeping Small Church Pastors Stuck

Belief Shapes Vision: 5 Lies Keeping Small Church Pastors Stuck

Many small church pastors feel stuck because of size, money, or people. This post exposes 5 hidden lies and shows you how to lead with clear vision, bold faith, and simple systems, even under 100 peop... ...more

Church Systems

September 02, 202510 min read

From Denominations to Relational Networks: Why Your Next Covering Will Feel More Like Family

From Denominations to Relational Networks: Why Your Next Covering Will Feel More Like Family

Many pastors feel alone, over-assessed, and under-supported in traditional denominations. This article unpacks why denominational structures are declining, why relational apostolic networks are risi... ...more

Church Systems

August 19, 20257 min read

Small Is the New Mega: Why Microchurches Matter More Than You Think

Small Is the New Mega: Why Microchurches Matter More Than You Think

Feeling behind because your church is “small”? Learn why microchurches (10–50 people) are not second-class, how to lead one with peace instead of pressure, and the simple systems that help small churc... ...more

Church Systems

July 29, 20259 min read

The Death of the Small Black Church (And How God Plans to Bring It Back to Life

The Death of the Small Black Church (And How God Plans to Bring It Back to Life

Discover why many small Black churches are declining, and the practical, kingdom-focused shifts that can lead to real revitalization and revival ...more

Church Systems ,Spiritual Growth

June 10, 202511 min read

The Power of Systems Thinking: Why Every Church Needs a Strategy to Grow and Thrive

The Power of Systems Thinking: Why Every Church Needs a Strategy to Grow and Thrive

The churches that thrive in the digital age will be the ones that embrace strategic systems thinking. 🚀 Instead of struggling every Sunday, imagine: ✔️ A church where new guests don’t fall through t... ...more

Church Systems

February 06, 20255 min read

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