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The Burge Report: The Assemblies of God: Why This Denomination Is Defying Gravity
Episode 1005
Only one denomination in the United States has grown consistently. Drawing from nearly fifty years of data, Ryan Burge’s analysis shows a denominatio…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
How Long Should a Pastor Pray Each Day?
Episode 1004
Is the strength of our prayer life really measured in minutes? And what if shorter, consistent rhythms of prayer throughout the day lead to a more su…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Before You Enroll: What You Need to Know About Seminary
Episode 1003
Thom and Sam interview Dr. Andy Miller, the president of Wesley Biblical Seminary, to explore what every potential seminary student needs to consider…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Should the Pastor Know How Much People Give to the Church?
Episode 1002
Most nonprofit organizations have clear visibility into donor activity: who gives, how often, and how much. But churches often treat data on giving v…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
The Silent Exodus of Senior Adults (What's Happening in Churches?)
Episode 1001
In this episode, Thom and Sam shine a light on a trend few church leaders see: the silent exodus of senior adults. While much attention is given to r…
3 months, 4 weeks ago
Should Churches Acknowledge Super Bowl Sunday?
Episode 1000
Josh and Sam discuss the best way to handle Super Bowl Sunday. Should churches say anything about it? Play into the day with gimmicks to increase att…
4 months ago
The Church Number: 60% The Power of a Personal Invitation
Episode 999
A surprisingly high number of churchgoers attend because someone simply invited them. In this episode, Sam and Thom unpack why 60% might be the most …
4 months ago
The Best Ways to Encourage a Discouraged Church (Your Next Three Steps)
Episode 998
In this episode, Josh and Sam explore what happens when a church becomes discouraged and how God restores hope in a congregation that feels stuck, ti…
4 months, 1 week ago
Revisiting Simple Church: What Worked, What Didn't
Episode 997
In 2006, Simple Church encouraged churches to streamline programming, clarify discipleship pathways, and focus on moving people toward spiritual matu…
4 months, 1 week ago
How Do You Fire a Church Employee?
Episode 996
Letting a staff member go is one of the hardest leadership moments a pastor will ever face. Churches are relational environments, and employment deci…
4 months, 2 weeks ago