How to Make Your Church the Best Church in the World

In this inspiring and deeply practical episode, Pastor Brian Houston shares timeless principles on what truly makes a church flourish—not from the top down, but from the inside out. Drawing on over 40 years of pastoral experience, Pastor Brian explores how every believer can actively contribute to creating a church that feels like the best church in the world.

From cultivating a unified spirit and building a healthy church “soul,” to being easy to lead, committed to vision, and fostering a fun, faith-filled atmosphere—this episode is packed with insight for pastors, leaders, and passionate church members alike.

You’ll learn:

• Why your spirit, attitude, and faith play a critical role in your church’s health

• How to contribute to a dynamic, faith-charged atmosphere

• The power of a volunteer spirit and outward-focused culture

• What it means to find your place in a contagious vision

• Why building authentic community matters more than ever

Whether you're in church leadership or simply love your local church, Pastor Brian’s message will challenge, equip, and encourage you to bring your best—and in doing so, help your church become all that God has called it to be.

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In this insightful and personal episode, Pastor Brian Houston unpacks ten powerful influences every leader needs to thrive, grow, and endure through the seasons of life and leadership. With a mix of biblical wisdom, personal stories, and decades of ministry experience, Pastor Brian shares the kinds of people and environments that shape a strong leader.

From the importance of a mentor who truly believes in you, to the value of truthful friendships, a companion who completes you, a team that strengthens you, and an environment that encourages you—this episode is a heartfelt and practical guide to building a leadership life that lasts.

Whether you’re leading in ministry, business, or any sphere of influence, this episode will challenge and inspire you to evaluate the voices, relationships, and communities you're surrounding yourself with.

Highlights include:

• Why spiritual fathers and mothers matter more than ever

• The difference between flattery and faithful wounds

• How companionship can turn into a leadership advantage

• Building a healthy, non-manipulative network

• Why every leader needs encouragement, resilience, and input that grows them

Stick around to the end to hear Pastor Brian’s thoughts on mentorship—and how you might get personally mentored if you're ready to go deeper.

Leadership and Other Stuff with Brian Houston — equipping leaders and communicators with wisdom, faith, and practical tools for real-life impact.

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Support Our Ministry JesusFollowersTV: If you feel led to partner with us, your generosity will help us continue our work. Visit our Website.

If you would like Pastor Brian to speak at your church or conduct a Leadership Roundtable, you can send an email with your inquiry at bbhouston@jesusfollowers.tv

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In this follow-up to a powerful conversation on preaching and teaching culture, Pastor Brian Houston dives into Part 2 of the 30 foundational principles that shaped the communication culture at Hillsong Church.

This episode is packed with practical wisdom for preachers, teachers, and communicators—from the importance of delivering messages with confidence and humility to understanding the balance between transparency and faith, preparing messages with purpose, and knowing how to preach to both a room and a global audience.

Pastor Brian unpacks the final 15 points that governed the preaching team during his leadership at Hillsong, offering real, raw insight into what makes a message effective, transformative, and Christ-centered. Whether you're a senior pastor, emerging communicator, or simply passionate about church leadership and spiritual growth, this episode is rich with value.

Key Takeaways Include:

• Why delivery is just as vital as content

• The role of humour, notes, and time sensitivity in preaching

• How to speak with authority—and when to stay in your lane

• Why every message should point to Jesus and end with a call to salvation

• The power of reflection, note-taking, and leaving Sunday behind on Monday

Tune in for a deeply practical and spiritually grounding session that will inspire you to grow in your calling, sharpen your message, and serve your audience with authenticity and excellence.

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Leadership and Other Stuff with Brian Houston — equipping leaders and communicators with wisdom, faith, and practical tools for real-life impact.

Subscribe to Leadership & Other Stuff with Brian Houston on YouTube.

Support Our Ministry JesusFollowersTV: If you feel led to partner with us, your generosity will help us continue our work. Visit our Website.

If you would like Pastor Brian to speak at your church or conduct a Leadership Roundtable, you can send an email with your inquiry at bbhouston@jesusfollowers.tv

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