August 17, 2026
Leadership Begins with a Healthy Soul
I've learned a lot about leading well since planting Jubilee City Church on January 10, 2026. I've learned that leading well begins with a healthy soul.
Read the essay“Let the redeemed of the LORD tell their story.” — Psalm 107:2 (NIV)
Aaron Joseph Hall
Pastor • Author • Speaker • Teacher • Consultant
Pastor, church planter, and writer helping people follow Jesus with clarity and courage — in the local church and the everyday.
The work
Faith, leadership, and purpose — written for people who actually lead people.
Aaron Joseph Hall writes, teaches, and consults at the intersection of Christian faith and everyday leadership. The goal is never louder—it is clearer: helping pastors, business leaders, creatives, and families live and lead with conviction, character, and courage.
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Six themes that shape everything here
Every article, book, talk, and consulting engagement comes back to these.
Faith
Following Jesus with honesty and depth — scripture applied to the life you actually live.
Leadership
Influence exercised with humility, wisdom, and responsibility in every room you enter.
Purpose & calling
Discerning what God has entrusted to you — and doing it faithfully over the long haul.
Character
The interior life that makes public work sustainable. Integrity before platform.
Courage
Doing the hard, right thing when it costs something — in ministry, business, and family.
Communication
Clarity as an act of love: preaching, writing, and messaging people can actually follow.
Journal
Recent articles
Essays on scripture, discipleship, church planting, and leadership.
August 14, 2026
Here Are 7 Lessons I've Learned Planting A Church
I want to share 7 lessons I've learned planting a church. When God called us to plant Jubilee City Church, I did a ton of research on church planting. I researched every aspect of church planting—from learning how to discern God's calling and identify the community He is leading you to, to navigating the practical […]
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August 7, 2026
A Bold Witness
If Jesus commanded His followers to be His witnesses, why do so many of us struggle to speak about Him? It’s a question I’ve been wrestling with lately as I’ve been preaching through the Book of Acts at our church. As we've gone through Acts, one theme keeps surfacing: boldness. One of the greatest blessings […]
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July 14, 2026
My Review of Rags To Rescued: 365 Days Devotional
If you’re searching for a devotional that encourages meaningful time with God and points you back to His truth each day, Rags to Rescued is well worth considering! Corey is not only a friend of mine, but also one of the Elders at Jubilee City Church. This devotional is a reflection of his personal walk with Christ and […]
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Redeem the Story
A Call to Let God Rewrite Your Story
"Redeem the Story is a reminder that no matter what chapter you're on, God is still writing. Aaron Hall has a way of meeting you right where you are and pointing you straight to the grace of God." - Mark Batterson, NYT bestselling author of The Circle Maker Everyone has a story—and every story matters, because you mat
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Redeem the Story
A Call to Let God Rewrite Your Story
"Redeem the Story is a reminder that no matter what chapter you're on, God is still writing. Aaron Hall has a way of meeting you right where you are and pointing you straight to the grace of God." - Mark Batterson, NYT bestselling author of The Circle Maker Everyone has a story—and every story matters, because you matter to God. Yes, you. No matter where you’ve been, what you’ve done, or how broken your chapters may feel, your story is seen, known, and deeply loved by the One who wrote the very beginning of time. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture reveals a breathtaking narrative of redemption—a God who steps into human history again and again to restore what was lost, heal what was broken, and reclaim what seemed beyond hope. That same God is still doing it today. In this heartfelt and hope-filled book, Aaron Joseph Hall invites you on a journey through the pages of Scripture and the realities of everyday life to show you a powerful truth: there is no life too shattered, no past too heavy, and no story too messy for God to redeem. He specializes in taking what we thought was wasted and turning it into something beautiful—something only His hand could rewrite. Whether you’re searching for purpose, longing for healing, or simply needing a reminder that God is not finished with you yet, this book will help you see your story in the light of Jesus’ transforming grace. Because of Him, every story—including yours—can be completely rewritten for His glory. If you’ve ever wondered whether God can truly use your life, your pain, or your past, let this book encourage you: your story is not over…and in the hands of Jesus, it’s more powerful than you think.
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Lead Well (Leadership)
Learn how to lead well—wherever you already are. Leadership isn’t limited to a title, position, or platform. Every day, we have opportunities to influence, serve, encourage, and lead the people around us—in our homes, workplaces, churches, communities, and relationships.
Redeem the Story
Everyone has a story—and every story matters because you matter to God. In this powerful and hope-filled message, Aaron Joseph Hall explores the redemptive story woven throughout Scripture and reminds audiences that God is still in the business of redeeming lives today.
Church Planting
A practical and honest look at the calling, challenges, and realities of planting a church, with lessons on leadership, team building, culture, community engagement, and staying faithful to God’s mission.
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Leadership
Christian leadership for the real world
Leadership is not a title — it is influence used well. These resources are for anyone leading a church, a team, a business, or a home.
Explore leadership- Character before platform
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- Faithfulness over hype
Consulting & communication
Say the right thing, clearly, to the right people
Content strategy, copywriting, SEO, website content, and communication consulting for churches, nonprofits, authors, and values-driven organizations.
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Interviews, sermons, and conversations on faith and leadership.
sermon
Week 11: Acts 6 || Aaron Joseph Hall
What happens when a growing church discovers problems it can no longer ignore? In Acts 6, growth exposes a blind spot, forcing the early church to address what was being overlooked, share the load, and empower others to serve. Through the story of Stephen, we discover that faithful service is never insignificant in the hands of God. You may not be standing on a platform, but God can use your faithfulness at the table to prepare you for what comes next. Don't chase the platform. Be faithful at the table.
August 17, 2026
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Freedom, People, Purpose (Vision Casting)
Vision-casting message on FREEDOM, PEOPLE, PURPOSE with Aaron Joseph Hall | Our First Sunday morning service as a church!
July 27, 2026
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