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Six Reasons Why the Minimization of Numerical Metrics Is Dangerous
Metrics have a bad reputation in some churches. In others, they're too much of the focus. Today, we discus why you should take a balanced approach to…
6 years, 4 months ago
Six Reasons Why "People Are Saying . . ." Is the Most Frustrating Comment for Church Leaders
When a pastor hears the phrase "People are saying . . . ", it brings a great deal of anxiety. But should it? Today, we discuss the reasons for the an…
6 years, 4 months ago
Five Updates on Pastoral Attire
Pastoral attire seems to be a hot issue in almost every church. Today, we discuss the response to another recent podcast on the subject and provide a…
6 years, 5 months ago
Five Reasons Some Churches Celebrate Debt Retirement
Debt can drag down a church's finances and keep it from being able to minister as it would like to. So when a church retires its debt, it's typically…
6 years, 5 months ago
Should Pastors Announce Their Upcoming Vacation?
Pastoral vacations can lead to some disagreements between church members—mainly on whether or not the church should know it's coming. Today we discus…
6 years, 5 months ago
Six Ways a Church Failed the Guest Friendliness Test
Every church thinks they're a guest friendly church. But as we discuss today, guest friendliness is not something at which every church excels.
6 years, 5 months ago
Six Reasons a Healthy Culture Is Imperative for Inviting Others to Church
Church culture is important to the outreach of a church, and subsequently, how much members will invite others. Today we discuss how inviting can cre…
6 years, 5 months ago
Six Ways Toxic Members Deter Invitations to Church
When toxic members are present in a church, resources are spent on overcoming the fallout of toxic members. As a result, members are less likely to i…
6 years, 5 months ago
Why the Pendulum on Church Metrics May Be Swinging Too Far
There is a pendulum swing in church leadership circles as it relates to the viewpoint of church metrics. Numbers and tracking numbers aren't inherent…
6 years, 5 months ago
Seven Reasons Why More Churches Are Calling on Interventionists
Churches who want to become healthier often need outside eyes and a fresh perspective. Today, we discuss how consultants (interventionists) can help.
6 years, 5 months ago