Keys to Worship Planning: Seven Principles

  “At The Journey, we have established seven principles of life-changing worship, built around the acrostic WORSHIP. These seven principles works together to define our philosophy of worship; they are the core values for how we do worship planning. Not to mention, they are also constant, action-oriented reminders that protect us from settling into a status quo. Work as a … Read More


Nelson SearcyWorship Planning

Keys to Worship Planning: Asking “Why?”

  “While tradition is generally a good thing, sometimes it can get us into trouble. If we aren’t careful, we end up doing things a certain way simply because it’s the way things have always been done. We never stop to question the mind-set behind the method. This is especially true when it comes to the way we plan and … Read More


Nelson SearcyBooks, Worship Planning

Did the Worship Leader Really Say That? – Tuesday Morning Insight

Today’s guest post comes from Jason Hatley. Jason helped launch The Journey Church in New York City, directing the programming of our worship services. He invests in Worship Pastors around the country through interactive coaching networks and worship planning resources. He is also my co-author on Engage: A Guide to Creating Life-Transforming Worship Services and Revolve: A New Way to See Worship as well as … Read More


Nelson SearcyLeadership, Worship Planning

LAST CHANCE – Only 2 times left for my FREE Preaching Calendar Webinar!

This is it – the LAST DAY of my Free “Planning Your 2016 Preaching Calendar” webinar replay! However, you still have TWO FINAL OPPORTUNITIES today to join in – once at 11:00am ET and again at 2:00pm ET. This has been the largest webinar this year – you can still grab a spot if you act quickly. Again, TODAY is the last day … Read More


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ENDS TODAY – Sermons HALF OFF!

Today is the LAST DAY for  your opportunity to save big AND get ahead on your preaching calendar for next year! Last week we had our largest-ever Planning Your 2016 Preaching Calendar webinar. Since so many of you are now in the middle of planning your sermons for 2016, I wanted to give you another boost with an early Thanksgiving gift: … Read More


Nelson SearcyPreaching, Stress Management, Worship Planning

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$14 Two Day Sale – Break the cycle of week-to-week preaching planning

I recently surveyed a group of senior pastors to find out, “How far in advance do you plan your preaching?” Any guesses on the results? Not surprisingly – over half are living week to week. And only 10% are planning more than 4 months out. Well it’s time to stop the unnecessary weekly stress! There is a much better way. If … Read More


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LAST CHANCE – Only 2 times left for my FREE Preaching Calendar Webinar!

This is it – the LAST DAY of my ALL NEW Free “Planning Your 2016 Preaching Calendar” webinar! Due to my schedule, I will NOT be able to do a replay. However, you still have TWO FINAL OPPORTUNITIES today to join in – once at 11:00am ET and again at 2:00pm ET. This has been the largest webinar this year – you can … Read More


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Starts today – ALL NEW free 2016 Preaching Calendar Webinar!

As a multi-site pastor preaching over 40 times a year, I know the weekly grind of preaching week in and week out. I’d like to walk you month-by-month through the specifics of the 2016 calendar to help you plan your preaching in advance! This valuable 90-minute training will literally: Save you HOURS of planning time Help you relieve stress Increase … Read More


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New Year’s Half Off Sale – Ends Friday!

As we wrap up this year today, I want you to kick-start 2015 with maximum energy and impact! My first resolution is to help you do exactly that by equipping you with the resources you need – so I’m giving you dozens of my most powerful training resources for up to 50% off in the BIG NEW YEAR’S HALF OFF SALE! There are over … Read More


Nelson SearcyAssimilation, Church Growth, Church Systems, Evangelism, Launch, Leadership, Ministry, Preaching, Small Groups, Stewardship, Strategy, Worship Planning