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Churches can struggle with seeking outside help, even when it’s obvious they need it. Thom and Sam discuss why healthy churches often have outsiders speak into the operations of the church.

1. 1. Healthy churches understand that God’s Kingdom is larger than their particular church. They grasp that they can and will gain valuable insights that they would not have otherwise.
   2. Healthy churches understand that leadership development is key to their ongoing health. Thus, they are more likely to send church members to external events for that development.
   3. Healthy churches desire to benefit from skilled experts in a very specific area that might not otherwise be available in their own churches.
   4. Healthy churches avoid “ruts.” Training, consultations, and conferences offer fresh ideas and approaches. They are no longer bound by “the way they’ve always done it.”
   5. Healthy churches have members who are more open-minded to new ideas and approaches without theological and biblical compromise.

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• Rooted

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• Church Answers Platinum Membership

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• My Church Staff

• Know Your Community

• FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights

• The Hope Initiative

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