Jeff Hoglen, D.Min.

20/08/2026

Before you launch a church, there are a lot of questions to answer.

Where will we meet?
What will we call it?
How much money do we need?
Who’s going to be on the team?

Those things matter—but they’re not the most important questions.

In this episode of **Church Planting 2.0**, I talk about **The 3 Questions Every Church Planter Must Answer Before Launch.**

These are the kinds of questions that help clarify your calling, your mission, and whether you’re actually ready to build something that can become a healthy church—not just have a good launch Sunday.

If you’re planting a church, thinking about planting, or helping someone who is, give this one a listen.

🎧 **Listen here:**
https://open.spotify.com/episode/17GKXOiuKh8sEbIxbfT6gj?si=2cbc9aebcb7b4211

Church Planting 2.0 · Episode

20/08/2026

Equipping others is far more than simply handing off responsibilities—it is intentionally investing in people so they can grow, lead, and fulfill God's calling on their lives. Delegation may lighten a leader's workload, but equipping multiplies the ministry by developing capable, confident disciples who can serve and lead others. As pastors and church leaders, our calling is not merely to assign tasks but to mentor, encourage, and prepare people for lasting Kingdom impact. Healthy churches are strengthened when leaders intentionally multiply themselves by raising up others who are equipped to carry the mission forward.

18/08/2026

Finished Rediscovering Leadership by Steve Murrell and now getting started on Great Leaders of the Bible by John Maxwell.

One thing I’ve learned over the years: you never outgrow the need to keep learning.

The principles of leadership may not change, but the people, culture, and challenges around us do. If we’re going to lead people well, we have to keep growing ourselves.

Leaders are readers—but more importantly, leaders are learners.

What are you reading right now?

17/08/2026

It is the God-appointed ministry of the Holy Spirit to reveal to the church, not merely the right thing or the right purpose, but also the right time and the right season.
Derek Prince

17/08/2026

God's gifts were never intended to stop with us—they were given so that we could invest in others and help them discover their own calling. True ministry is not measured by how much we accomplish alone but by how many people we equip, encourage, and release into faithful service. As pastors and church leaders, one of our greatest responsibilities is to develop others so they can confidently use their God-given gifts to build the body of Christ. When those we have discipled begin serving, leading, and multiplying the work of the gospel, we see the full purpose of the gifts God has entrusted to us.

14/08/2026

I’ve watched a lot of churches almost reach 200 people, only to get stuck. Then... they slowly decline.

That doesn’t mean the pastor is failing or the church has lost momentum. Often, it means the systems that helped the church reach 125-200 aren’t strong enough to take it beyond 200.

In this week’s episode, I share why churches plateau at this stage and three practical shifts that can help them break through.

If you’re pastoring, planting, or leading a growing church, I think this episode will help.

🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3c2JKIwTHsakCDrdj4WSz1?si=79232c8b55b94229

Church Planting 2.0 · Episode

13/08/2026

The leadership gifts God has given to the Church were never meant to accomplish the work of ministry alone—they were given to equip and empower others for it. Scripture reminds us that apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers are called to prepare God's people for works of service, helping every believer discover and use their gifts for the building up of the body of Christ. As pastors and church leaders, our success is not measured by how much ministry we can personally accomplish, but by how faithfully we develop, release, and trust others to serve according to their God-given calling. Healthy churches are built when leaders move beyond doing ministry themselves and intentionally equip others to carry the mission forward.

10/08/2026

The gifts God has entrusted to us were never intended to elevate our own influence but to strengthen His Church and serve His people. Every talent, opportunity, and ability is ultimately a stewardship meant to encourage others, make disciples, and point people to Christ. As pastors and church leaders, our greatest fulfillment is not found in growing a platform but in faithfully investing in people whose lives are transformed by the gospel. When we use our gifts to equip others, develop leaders, and build the body of Christ, we fulfill the purpose for which God gave them in the first place.

07/08/2026

After years of working with church planters, I’ve learned that some of the most repeated advice isn’t always the most helpful.

Some church planting “truths” sound good—but they can quietly cost you time, money, and momentum.

In this week’s episode of **Church Planting 2.0**, I share **five church planting myths I wish more people would stop repeating.**

These aren’t theories from a textbook. They’re lessons shaped by real ministry, real churches, and plenty of things I’ve learned the hard way.

If you’re planting, pastoring, or preparing for what’s next, I think this conversation will help.

🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Wdi94yCP2J6kxVnvZFgTu?si=64OJr_nQQnihmnpwvDVeCQ

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