Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchNon-Churchy Looking Churches: The Advantages of Big-Box Church Architecture
In this follow-up episode, we examine the other side of the conversation—the rise of big-box church architecture. Often found in converted retail sp…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Should Churches Look Churchy? The Advantages of Traditional Architecture
In this episode, we explore why traditional church architecture still resonates deeply with people, even those who rarely attend church. A recent re…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
How to Handle Losing Your Church’s Biggest Financial Supporter
When a major donor or key financial supporter leaves a church, it can feel personal, unsettling, and even threatening to the ministry’s stability. B…
6 months ago
Small-Church Breakout Growth: The Incredible Story of First Baptist Caldwell, NJ
God has done something remarkable at First Baptist Church in Caldwell, NJ. They have limited space and limited parking. However, through Upward Spor…
6 months ago
Why You Should Leave Your Church (A Pastor’s Perspective)
Most of the time, church hopping for convenience (better music, cooler programs, or a coffee bar) reveals more about our consumer culture than about…
6 months, 1 week ago
The Burge Report: How Do Pastors Actually End Up in Ministry?
In this episode, Sam and Ryan Burge discuss how pastors become pastors. Using data from the National Survey of Religious Leaders, the cohosts reveal…
6 months, 1 week ago
The Top Reasons Why It’s Painful for Pastors to Lose Church Members
One of the more painful aspects of ministry is losing church members. Sometimes these departures are for good reasons, like moving to another town o…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
An Entrepreneurial-Minded Pastor in an Established Church: The Unique Story of a Baltimore Congregation
In this episode, Sam interviews Tim Byer, pastor of FAITH in Glen Burnie, MD, to hear how his congregation is making a real impact in their communit…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Three Things Every Church Small Group Leader Should Be Doing
In this episode, Sam interviews Michael Kelley of the Rooted Network. They discuss three essentials that every great small group leader should consi…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
How to Grow Generosity in Your Church (Without Making It Complicated)
The reality is that growing generosity doesn’t require a big program or complex strategy. It requires simplicity. Specifically, one simple principle…
6 months, 3 weeks ago