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.”

Leadership

Aug 5, 2026

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2 min read

The Sunday Before the Sunday

The September Playbook

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Leadership Essentials +

Aug 4, 2026

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3 min read

Your August Ministry Brief by Churchelp

Preparing your leaders before ministry gets loud

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The Builders Manifesto

Aug 1, 2026

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1 min read

Build Something That Outlives You

The world doesn’t need more spectators. It needs more builders.

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Relationships

Jul 29, 2026

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2 min read

Become the Leader Every Team Wants

“I will become the kind of teammate every leader can trust and every team is better because I’m on it.”

Brett Esslinger

Relationships

Jul 22, 2026

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2 min read

TRUST IS THE FOUNDATION

Trust is the invisible foundation beneath every healthy marriage, every thriving business, every effective leadership team, and every strong church.

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Relationships

Jul 15, 2026

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2 min read

BRING YOUR BEST

Many people define faithfulness as simply showing up. Biblically, faithfulness goes much deeper.

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Relationships

Jul 8, 2026

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1 min read

DO WHATEVER IS NEEDED

Kingdom builders don’t cling to titles. They carry towels.

Brett Esslinger

Jul 2, 2026

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8 min read

Your July Ministry Brief by Churchelp

10 Characteristics of People Who Build Great Churches, Great Teams & Great Lives

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Relationships

Jul 2, 2026

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2 min read

BUILD RELATIONSHIPS, NOT JUST TASKS

Healthy systems may create efficiency, but healthy relationships create trust

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Leadership

How to Lead Without Needing Everyone to Like You

Jun 24, 2026

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1 min read

How to Lead Without Needing Everyone to Like You

Freedom in leadership starts when approval stops being your fuel.

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Leadership

Jun 17, 2026

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1 min read

10 Signs You’re Addicted to Being Liked

If this hits a nerve, it’s probably because it’s true.

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Leadership

When Pleasing People Replaces Pleasing God

Jun 10, 2026

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2 min read

When Pleasing People Replaces Pleasing God

Approval isn’t harmless—it’s a spiritual misalignment.

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Leadership

You Don’t Need More Approval. You Need More Clarity.

Jun 3, 2026

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1 min read

You Don’t Need More Approval. You Need More Clarity.

Most leaders aren’t stuck because they lack vision—they’re stuck because they won’t say what needs to be said.

Brett Esslinger

Leadership

Jun 1, 2026

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3 min read

Your June Ministry Brief by Churchelp

The Danger of Being Well-Liked as a Leader

Brett Esslinger

10 Ways Builders Think Differently Than Watchers

May 27, 2026

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1 min read

10 Ways Builders Think Differently Than Watchers

The mindset shift that changes everything.

Brett Esslinger

May 20, 2026

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2 min read

The Theology of Building

From Genesis to the early church, God has always worked through builders.

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Leadership

May 13, 2026

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1 min read

Builders Don’t Wait. They Build.

If you need permission to care, you’re not leading yet.

Brett Esslinger

Leadership

Stop Attending the Church You’re Called to Build

May 6, 2026

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1 min read

Stop Attending the Church You’re Called to Build

Most leaders don’t lack vision—they lack ownership.

Brett Esslinger

May 1, 2026

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2 min read

Your May Ministry Brief by Churchelp

You Don’t Need More People

Brett Esslinger

Bill C9

Apr 30, 2026

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1 min read

BILL C-9 UPDATE

THE NEXT 72 HOURS MATTER

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Leadership

Apr 22, 2026

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2 min read

25 Ways to Win More in Ministry

What Most Pastors Learn Too Late

Brett Esslinger

Bill C9

Apr 15, 2026

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4 min read

Don’t Build on Vibes

Why leaders need more than inspiration if they want to stand when pressure hits.

Brett Esslinger

Bill C9

Apr 7, 2026

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5 min read

Bill C-9 in the Senate: 5 Things You Need to Do Right Now

The next round has begun. Here’s how to take action, contact Senators, sign the petition, and keep pressure on.

Brett Esslinger

Leadership

Apr 1, 2026

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4 min read

Don’t Be Jealous. Be Inspired.

How pastors and church leaders can overcome comparison, learn from others, and pursue God’s vision without losing themselves.

Brett Esslinger

Bill C9

Mar 25, 2026

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3 min read

What Happens Next With Bill C-9 in Canada

What Happens Next and Why This Is a Moment for Courage, Not Discouragement

Brett Esslinger

Brett Esslinger

The Sunday Before the Sunday

Your August Ministry Brief by Churchelp

Build Something That Outlives You

Become the Leader Every Team Wants

TRUST IS THE FOUNDATION

BRING YOUR BEST

DO WHATEVER IS NEEDED

Your July Ministry Brief by Churchelp

BUILD RELATIONSHIPS, NOT JUST TASKS

How to Lead Without Needing Everyone to Like You

10 Signs You’re Addicted to Being Liked

When Pleasing People Replaces Pleasing God

You Don’t Need More Approval. You Need More Clarity.

Your June Ministry Brief by Churchelp

10 Ways Builders Think Differently Than Watchers

The Theology of Building

Builders Don’t Wait. They Build.

Stop Attending the Church You’re Called to Build

Your May Ministry Brief by Churchelp

BILL C-9 UPDATE

25 Ways to Win More in Ministry

Don’t Build on Vibes

Bill C-9 in the Senate: 5 Things You Need to Do Right Now

Don’t Be Jealous. Be Inspired.

What Happens Next With Bill C-9 in Canada

Leadership Essentials with Brett Esslinger

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