Podcast Episode Details

The Top 6 Gripes About Church Curriculum (and What to Do About Them)

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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 they dive into the top six frustrations people have with church curriculum.

1. 1. It’s too shallow.
   2. It’s not relatable.
   3. It’s poorly written.
   4. It’s not our church doctrine.
   5. It’s too long.
   6. It’s boring.

These gripes aren’t just personal preferences; they signal that our discipleship strategy might need a tune-up. Good curriculum doesn’t just inform—it transforms. We talk about how to shift from frustration to fruitfulness.

• • Vet curriculum for theological depth and clarity—don’t settle for fluff just because it’s popular.
  • Choose studies that directly address real-life challenges your people are facing right now.
  • Test studies with small pilot groups to catch weak spots in content or delivery before full rollout.

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• Rooted

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• The Hope Initiative

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    Published on 3 months ago