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How We're Using AI in Sermon Prep Ethically and Efficiently
Episode 966
In this episode, Josh and Sam explore five practical ways pastors can use AI to improve their sermon prep. How should you balance being efficient wit…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
The Unknown Connection Most Unchurched Have with the Church
Episode 965
Most unchurched people have some past connection to church—often from childhood. Our research found that 63% of the unchurched used to attend regular…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Six Essential Pastoral Meetings No One is Scheduling For You
Episode 964
It's easy to focus on what is right in front of you—the fires, the squeaky wheel, the pop-in visit. However, a pure reactive management style does no…
4 months, 3 weeks ago
The Burge Report: The Kids Aren’t Alright—And Church Student Ministry Might Actually Help
Episode 963
From diapers to dating, parenting never stops presenting hard questions. But today’s concern is different: Gen Z teens are experiencing a full-blown …
5 months ago
What Really Scares People Away from Church
Episode 962
Doctrine, expectations, and high standards do not scare people away from church. Confusion is the main enemy. According to Church Answers Research, o…
5 months ago
The Big Front Door for Guests Just About Every Church Misses
Episode 961
Most churches miss this front door, not because of a lack of awareness but because of a lack of effort. Over half of the unchurched believe church co…
5 months, 1 week ago
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 t…
5 months, 1 week 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,…
5 months, 1 week 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 …
5 months, 2 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, Boom…
5 months, 2 weeks ago