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Creating an Environment for Discipleship to Thrive and Multiply, with Bryan Sims (Ep 108)
Discipleship doesn’t happen by mistake. There must be a plan with clearly-defined goals. But every church can do it well.
The Undeniable, Irresistible Resilience Of The Small Church
To some people, small churches may look frail, weak, and out of touch, but no matter what happens we keep coming back.
Failure, Part 3: When Congregation Members Fail
“Letting someone fail can be one of the hardest things for pastors – because it seems to hurt both them and you.”
Why Do You Want To Measure Ministry Success?
Before we use metrics to determine ministry success, we need to know what the numbers measure and what they miss.
Optimizing Your Church Website for Three Key Types of Visitors, with Derek Maxson (Ep 107)
You can have a website people are looking for, even if you’re a small church with no extra time, expertise, or money.
The Forgotten Reason Change Can Be Harder In A Small Church
It’s less about fear of change, and more about concern over hurting people you love and care for.
Failure, Part 2: When Pastors Fail
“How do we take the message of the resurrection seriously when the things we put our time, effort, and energy into don’t pan out?”
Caring Or Counting? The Pastoral Dilemma
When I’m pushing for numerical growth, I minister differently than when I’m caring for people. And not in a good way.
Segregation, Affinity Spaces, and How the Gospel Defeats Racism, with Mika Edmondson (Ep 106)
A hopeful conversation about racial issues that aims to bring clarity and unity into an arena that’s often dominated by confusion and division.