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The Burge Report: The Kids Aren’t Alright—And Church Student Ministry Might Actually Help
Episode 963
From diapers to dating, parenting never stops presenting hard questions. But today’s concern is different: Gen Z teens are experiencing a full-blown collapse in social connection. Dating is down. Fri…
Published on 8 hours ago
What Really Scares People Away from Church
Episode 962
Doctrine, expectations, and high standards do not scare people away from church. Confusion is the main enemy. According to Church Answers Research, over 60% of unchurched people agree or strongly agr…
Published on 1 day, 9 hours ago
The Big Front Door for Guests Just About Every Church Misses
Episode 961
Most churches miss this front door, not because of a lack of awareness but because of a lack of effort. Over half of the unchurched believe church could be a great place to make friends, but nearly 6…
Published on 3 days, 4 hours ago
Building a Worship Ministry that Excels On and Off the Stage
Episode 960
Sam Rainer talks with worship leaders Tara Banks and Nate Davis about building thriving, long-lasting worship ministries. Together, they unpack how to develop leaders who excel both on stage and in o…
Published on 4 days, 10 hours ago
The Top 6 Gripes About Church Curriculum (and What to Do About Them)
Episode 959
If you’ve ever heard someone say, “I just don’t get anything out of that study,” you’re not alone. In today’s episode, Sam interviews Michael Kelley, Executive Director of the Rooted Network, and the…
Published on 1 week, 1 day ago
The Trust Gap: Why Outsiders Won’t Step Inside Your Church
Episode 958
Here’s a shocker: The unchurched think the church is more relevant than many regular attenders do. But they don’t trust it. While 81% of churchgoers trust their church, only 30% of the unchurched say…
Published on 1 week, 4 days ago
Five Reasons Churches Should Still Try to Reach Boomers
Episode 957
In this episode, Thom and Sam dive into five compelling reasons churches should still prioritize reaching Baby Boomers. Despite cultural shifts, Boomers remain a vital part of many communities—and ch…
Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Realistic One-to-Two-Year Objectives for Small-Church Revitalization
Episode 956
In this episode, we explore realistic 1–2 year objectives for small-church revitalization—practical steps that can create lasting momentum without overwhelming your congregation. We unpack three key …
Published on 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Millennials Move LESS than Gen X and Boomers (New Implications for Your Church)
Episode 955
In this episode, we re-examine a major demographic shift reshaping communities and churches: the decline in mobility across the United States. Americans are moving far less than they did in previous …
Published on 3 weeks, 2 days ago
Which “Higher Standard” Measures Actually Make Sense for Pastors
Episode 954
Pastors are often held to a “higher standard,” but not every expectation placed on them is biblical or even wise. In this episode, Josh and Sam explore which higher standards actually make sense for …
Published on 3 weeks, 4 days ago