Brett Esslinger

Brett is a husband, dad, son, brother, pastor, author, speaker, coach and a plethora of other things. But Brett isn’t defined by what he does… Known for his big thinking, glass half full, entrepreneurial spirit and tendency to fail forward. Brett is a faith-filled, risk taker with a passion to help people discover all that God has for them. Brett would simply describe himself in one turn of phrase… “I’M NOT AN EXPERT, I’M AN ENCOURAGER.”

Easter

Mar 18, 2026

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3 min read

How to Lead Easter Without Missing the Point

Yes, prepare well—but don’t forget the power that makes Easter more than an event.

Brett Esslinger

Political Engagement

Mar 9, 2026

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3 min read

The Time Is Now

There are moments in history when silence becomes a decision.

Brett Esslinger

Leadership Essentials +

March Is Where Leadership Pressure Peaks

Mar 4, 2026

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6 min read

March Is Where Leadership Pressure Peaks

Leading under pressure—without becoming reactive, exhausted, or spiritually hollow.

Brett Esslinger

Rhythms

Mar 3, 2026

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3 min read

When Leadership Pressure Peaks

How to Lead Clearly When Expectations Rise

Brett Esslinger

Rhythms

Feb 25, 2026

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4 min read

Whatever You Call It—It’s Real

Real Talk for Real Leaders

Brett Esslinger

Generational Leadership

Why Faithful Leadership Requires Fresh Obedience

Feb 18, 2026

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4 min read

Why Faithful Leadership Requires Fresh Obedience

When Nostalgia Becomes a Leadership Trap

Brett Esslinger

Feb 11, 2026

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5 min read

Leading Without Losing Your Soul

A Practical Guide to Leadership Pain

Brett Esslinger

Leadership

Feb 6, 2026

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4 min read

A leadership conversation most pastors avoid (but can’t afford to)

This is a MUST READ

Brett Esslinger

Rhythms

Feb 2, 2026

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5 min read

Leadership That Lasts: Building Rhythms That Sustain Leaders & Teams

A February leadership guide for pastors and teams who want sustainable momentum without exhaustion

Brett Esslinger

New Year

Jan 28, 2026

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3 min read

January Is Hard—and God Is Faithful

And all the people said... AMEN!

Brett Esslinger

Rhythms

Jan 21, 2026

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6 min read

Leadership Lessons Every Pastor Needs

How spiritual alignment and clarity prevent burnout later in the year

Brett Esslinger

New Year

Jan 15, 2026

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4 min read

January is a Leadership Month

Why alignment, clarity, and obedience matter more now than any other time of year

Brett Esslinger

New Season

Jan 14, 2026

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5 min read

New Year. Now What?

A leadership reset for clarifying vision, realigning priorities, and obeying what God has already said

Brett Esslinger

Leadership Essentials +

A next step for leaders who carry weight

Jan 7, 2026

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2 min read

A next step for leaders who carry weight

This is for pastors who need clarity, not noise

Brett Esslinger

New Year

Jan 1, 2026

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5 min read

THE FIRST 30 DAYS

How the first 30 days establish vision, alignment, and leadership authority

Brett Esslinger

Year End

Dec 31, 2025

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7 min read

YEAR-END EDITION - 2025

A Year of Building Leaders. A Year of Breakthrough. A Year of Hope.

Brett Esslinger

Year End

Dec 29, 2025

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4 min read

The In-Between

Why the days after Christmas matter—and how hope is leading us into 2026

Brett Esslinger

Christmas

Dec 24, 2025

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4 min read

Merry Christmas: The Joy Has Come

A timely reminder that God is with you, your work matters, and hope is alive

Brett Esslinger

Leadership

Dec 17, 2025

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3 min read

A Year-End Leadership Practice Every Church Staff Needs

How reflecting well before the break leads to healthier pastors, teams, and ministries

Brett Esslinger

Spiritual Warfare

The Hidden Pattern Behind Every Spiritual Attack

Dec 10, 2025

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6 min read

The Hidden Pattern Behind Every Spiritual Attack

Once You See It, You’ll Never Fall for It Again

Brett Esslinger

Your Exclusive Leadership Essentials Access to the Hope Habit Devotional

Dec 8, 2025

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3 min read

Your Exclusive Leadership Essentials Access to the Hope Habit Devotional

Plus—enjoy a free Christmas gift: The Hope Habit Small Group Curriculum

Brett Esslinger

Decision Making

Dec 3, 2025

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6 min read

How To Make A Major Decision

Hearing God for Your Next Step

Brett Esslinger

5 Signs You’re Making Decisions the Wrong Way

Nov 26, 2025

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5 min read

5 Signs You’re Making Decisions the Wrong Way

Don't Drift From Discernment

Brett Esslinger

Nov 19, 2025

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5 min read

Take the Padded Gloves Off

Equip Them — Don’t Cushion Them

Brett Esslinger

Leadership

Nov 12, 2025

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5 min read

The Power of Clarity

Stop Guessing and Start Leading

Brett Esslinger

Brett Esslinger

How to Lead Easter Without Missing the Point

The Time Is Now

March Is Where Leadership Pressure Peaks

When Leadership Pressure Peaks

Whatever You Call It—It’s Real

Why Faithful Leadership Requires Fresh Obedience

Leading Without Losing Your Soul

A leadership conversation most pastors avoid (but can’t afford to)

Leadership That Lasts: Building Rhythms That Sustain Leaders & Teams

January Is Hard—and God Is Faithful

Leadership Lessons Every Pastor Needs

January is a Leadership Month

New Year. Now What?

A next step for leaders who carry weight

THE FIRST 30 DAYS

YEAR-END EDITION - 2025

The In-Between

Merry Christmas: The Joy Has Come

A Year-End Leadership Practice Every Church Staff Needs

The Hidden Pattern Behind Every Spiritual Attack

Your Exclusive Leadership Essentials Access to the Hope Habit Devotional

How To Make A Major Decision

5 Signs You’re Making Decisions the Wrong Way

Take the Padded Gloves Off

The Power of Clarity

Leadership Essentials with Brett Esslinger

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