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Why Small Churches Matter More Than Ever
Episode 1007
While big cities often dominate attention and resources, it is the small towns and rural communities where congregations are disappearing fastest and…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
When Church Members Become Online Trolls: What Pastors Should Do
Episode 1006
Josh and Sam tackle a growing and uncomfortable reality for pastors: what to do when one of your own church members becomes an online troll. The coho…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
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…
7 months 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…
7 months 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…
7 months, 1 week 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…
7 months, 1 week 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…
7 months, 2 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…
7 months, 2 weeks 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 …
7 months, 3 weeks 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…
7 months, 3 weeks ago