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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 3 months, 2 weeks 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 3 months, 2 weeks 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 3 months, 3 weeks 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 3 months, 3 weeks 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 3 months, 4 weeks 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 4 months 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 4 months ago
How Your Building Shapes Your Ministry: Five Ways the Baptist T Still Shapes (and Limits) Your Ministry
Episode 42
Sam is joined by Todd Brown and Isaac Brown of Brown Church Development Group, who are “The Church Facility Experts.” In this second episode, they discuss how the Baptist T design still affects churc…
Published on 4 months ago
How Your Building Shapes Your Ministry: The Baptist T – When Building Design Limits Ministry
Episode 41
Sam is joined by Todd Brown and Isaac Brown of Brown Church Development Group, who are “The Church Facility Experts.” The design of your church might be shaping your culture more than you think. Buil…
Published on 4 months ago
The Burge Report: Do Churchgoers Want More or Less Politics in the Pulpit?
Episode 953
Studies on the content of sermons exist, and most indicate that pastors include some political topics in their sermons. But which topics? Ryan, Thom, and Sam reveal the answer. When asked about polit…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago