Mission Support Blog
Portable vs. Permanent Church Space: Pros and Cons to Help You Decide
Whether you’re launching a new church or navigating a move, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is simple but significant: Should your church meet in a portable space or a permanent one? Both have clear strengths and challenges. Here’s a practical breakdown to...
5 Ways to Keep People More Engaged During Your Sermon
Writing and preaching sermons takes time, energy, and prayer—and as pastors, we all want people to stay engaged, connect with the message, and walk away changed. But even the most powerful sermons can lose impact if people mentally check out halfway through. Here are...
4 Tips for Working Better With Your Spouse in Ministry
If you’re a church planter or ministry leader, there’s a good chance you already work closely with your spouse—or will at some point. Ministry can be one of the most meaningful partnerships a couple can share, but it also brings unique challenges. Balancing the...
Why Preachers Should Include Apologetics in Their Sermons
When it comes to preaching, one of the greatest challenges is connecting with both believers and non-believers at the same time. One of the most effective—and often overlooked—ways to bridge that gap is by incorporating apologetics into your sermons. And just to be...
6 Essentials Every Church Plant Needs on Launch Day
Launch day is a defining moment for any church plant. It’s the culmination of months of planning, preparation, and prayer—and it sets the tone for everything that follows. Whether you’re just weeks away or still early in the process, having the right systems in place...
6 Preaching Myths That Might Be Holding You Back
Whether you’re new to preaching or have been delivering messages for years, there’s always room to grow. But if you’ve been relying on a few common assumptions, you might be unknowingly limiting your effectiveness. Here are six preaching myths that often go...
Don’t Rush Sunday: Why the Slow Work of Church Planting Pays Off
In the excitement of planting a church, it’s easy to treat Sundays like a sprint—racing from one service to the next, pushing for more energy, more people, and faster results. But when everything revolves around Sunday, we risk building something fast instead of...
Why Fewer Volunteers Might Actually Be Better
When you’re planting a church—or leading a growing one—building a volunteer team can feel like one of the biggest stress points. After all, the more hands, the lighter the load… right? Not always. Here’s the surprising truth: more isn’t always better. In fact, having...
7 Church Planting Challenges (and Why You’re Not Alone)
Church planting is one of the most exciting and faith-stretching journeys a leader can take. But it’s also full of moments that feel heavy, lonely, and confusing. The truth? Most planters face the same challenges—whether they talk about them or not. Here are seven...
6 Signs Your Church Is Getting Healthier (And Growing Spiritually)
As your church grows, it’s natural to ask: Are our people actually growing too? Attendance numbers can give you a snapshot, but they rarely tell the whole story. Spiritual growth and church health are deeper than full seats on Sunday. Here are six signs that your...
