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Jun 10, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

When Pleasing People Replaces Pleasing God

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

When Pleasing People Replaces Pleasing God

Jun 3, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

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.

You Don’t Need More Approval. You Need More Clarity.
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Jun 1, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

Your June Ministry Brief by Churchelp

The Danger of Being Well-Liked as a Leader

Your June Ministry Brief by Churchelp

May 13, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

Builders Don’t Wait. They Build.

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

Builders Don’t Wait. They Build.

May 6, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

Stop Attending the Church You’re Called to Build

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

Stop Attending the Church You’re Called to Build

Apr 22, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

25 Ways to Win More in Ministry

What Most Pastors Learn Too Late

25 Ways to Win More in Ministry

Apr 15, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

Don’t Build on Vibes

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

Don’t Build on Vibes

Apr 1, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

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.

Don’t Be Jealous. Be Inspired.

Mar 3, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

When Leadership Pressure Peaks

How to Lead Clearly When Expectations Rise

When Leadership Pressure Peaks

Feb 18, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

Why Faithful Leadership Requires Fresh Obedience

When Nostalgia Becomes a Leadership Trap

Why Faithful Leadership Requires Fresh Obedience

Feb 6, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

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

This is a MUST READ

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

Jan 21, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

Leadership Lessons Every Pastor Needs

How spiritual alignment and clarity prevent burnout later in the year

Leadership Lessons Every Pastor Needs

Jan 14, 2026

byBrett Esslinger

New Year. Now What?

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

New Year. Now What?

Dec 17, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

A Year-End Leadership Practice Every Church Staff Needs

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

A Year-End Leadership Practice Every Church Staff Needs

Dec 3, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

How To Make A Major Decision

Hearing God for Your Next Step

How To Make A Major Decision

Nov 12, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

The Power of Clarity

Stop Guessing and Start Leading

The Power of Clarity

Nov 5, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

The Power of Pruning

How Strategic Subtraction Unlocks Multiplication

The Power of Pruning

Oct 21, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

Familiarity is the silent killer of vision.

The longer you’re in it, the less you see it.

Familiarity is the silent killer of vision.

Oct 14, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

You’re Not Broken, You’re Bored

One of the greatest dangers for leaders isn’t always failure—it’s boredom.

You’re Not Broken, You’re Bored

Oct 7, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

Ready to Get Unstuck? Start Here

5 moves to reset your leadership and step boldly into your calling.

Ready to Get Unstuck? Start Here

Sep 30, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

Why Great Leaders Lean Into Challenges

Paul’s Leadership Secret: Problem Solving

Why Great Leaders Lean Into Challenges

Sep 25, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

Don’t Let Negativity Run the Show

Break Free from What’s Holding You Back

Don’t Let Negativity Run the Show

Sep 17, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

What Do We Do Now?

A turning point demands a fearless church.

What Do We Do Now?

Aug 26, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

Comfort never leads to impact

You’re not called to convenience—you’re called to conquer.

Comfort never leads to impact

Aug 19, 2025

byBrett Esslinger

That pressure you’re under? It’s doing something.

Pain isn’t pointless. It’s part of the process.

That pressure you’re under? It’s doing something.
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