Brian Jones

Brian Jones is a church planter, author and the founding and senior pastor of Christ’s Church of the Valley in Philadelphia.

How to Stop Avoiding Pain and Learn Through It Instead

We spend lots of time and money trying to avoid pain, but our focus should instead be on the God who works through it.

The Best Way to Grow Your Church

Why do some churches grow while other churches stagnate? What is the secret to church growth?

Should Your Church Go to 3 Services?

If your church is considering a move to three services, here are some essential things to consider.

Why You Should ‘Replant’ Your Church Each Year

If you could plant a new church with the same community, building, staff and people, what would you do differently?

Why You Should Make a “To NOT Do” List

Regularly winnowing out bad habits is just as important to the senior pastor's health as establishing healthy goals.

11 Ways Pastors Can Reignite Evangelism in Their Churches

"It starts by allowing God to change our hearts, and then by turning our attention to the congregation and taking massive action."

Every Senior Pastor’s Dirty Little Secret

"For most, it’s a secret they’ve never shared with their staff, their churches and sometimes even their spouses."

Does Your Church Suffer From ‘Close to the Pastor’ Syndrome?

"A wonky dynamic in which long-time members feel they need open, unfettered access to their pastor at all times."