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Discover how Elevate City Church in Atlanta is building a disciple-making movement without abandoning Sunday worship. Pastor Joey McLaughlin shares practical steps for forming multiplying disciples through Equip and EquipX — proving that the church is only as strong as its disciples.

Working Genius burnout happens when you spend too much time in your frustrations instead of your Genius. Learn how to identify what drains your energy, realign your work, and rediscover joy in your calling.

What does it take to build a team that truly reflects the heart of Christ? In The Ideal Team Player, Patrick Lencioni identifies three virtues that make teams thrive: humble, hungry, and smart. When paired with Philippians 2, emotional intelligence, and radical ownership, these qualities transform ordinary teams into powerful ministries united around the Gospel.

Many pastors wonder if digital marketing really leads to discipleship. Brady Sticker from Church Candy and I unpack practical, relational strategies that help pastors move from online ads to real gospel impact. Learn the “Coffee with a Pastor” model, explore next steps through The Clarity Project, and hear more insights on the Nexus Church Planting Podcast.

On the Nexus Church Planting Podcast, Brady Sticker shares practical church marketing strategies that are connecting thousands to local congregations. From “coffee with the pastor” ads to plan-your-visit campaigns, discover how to turn digital outreach into real-life conversations that build community and expand the Kingdom.

In this webinar, Cory Hartman unpacks the true definition of a disciple making movement: a chain reaction of ordinary people making disciples through their natural networks. Discover how these global discipleship principles can shift pastors from program-driven ministry to replication and movement in the West.

Church branding isn’t about logos—it’s about trust and clarity. In this Nexus webinar, Alex Holt of CRT Studio explains how a strong brand unifies teams, clarifies mission, and creates momentum for next steps. Learn practical strategies for churches of all sizes to use branding as a tool for disciple-making.

Roy Moran’s Spent Matches reshaped how churches think about disciple-making. Ten years later, his hybrid church model blends Sunday gatherings with disciple-making movements that reach far beyond church walls. Learn lessons from Shoal Creek Community Church and New Generations that every pastor can apply today.

Pastors don’t need another fad—they need a framework rooted in Jesus. In this interview with Mark Moore, author of The Master Leader, we explore 12 ways to lead like Jesus. From integrity and servanthood to casting vision and mentoring, this blog unpacks why Bible study is not discipleship—and how pastors can shift from teaching to training to multiply leaders.

Without a vision, churches can easily become inward-focused, struggling to find purpose.

Digital ministry doesn't need to be viewed as a replacement for in-person attendance but as an extension of it.

The Gospel is not designed to draw a crowd." The message of Jesus wasn’t a "relevant" movement...

One powerful tool has been transforming the way churches chart their course for a generation is "the Vision Frame.

Whether you're in the ministry or the marketplace, Patrick Lencioni's 6 Types of Working Genius can be a game-changer for your team!

The heartbeat of God's mission for us as believers, and they require three key ingredients: a big vision, a clear pathway.

If you're like me, you want to be a part of something greater than just playing church every seven days. God doesn't do generic! Be bold!

Managing finances is crucial, but focusing on the budget alone can inadvertently cripple the vision that should be driving the church.

Pastoral sabbaticals are a valuable investment in one's spiritual and personal growth. But there's one thing you MUST DO during your time!

We want people to find our churches. But more importantly, we want them to connect with the life-giving Savior that we preach! Prioritizing