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8 Reasons Pastors Get Fired

Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss an article from Chuck Lawless about some common reasons pastors get fired. Leading too quickly into change Pushing one theological agenda Being lazy and unaccountable Plagiarizing sermons Creating conflict with other staff members Failing morally Failing to shepherd the people Mismanaging funds Resources Related to This Episode: “8 Reasons Pastors Get Fired” by Chuck Lawless Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2d ago

6 Reasons Singing Hymns Matters

Why should churches continue to sing old hymns? On this episode of Revitalize and Replant, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss the importance of hymns and congregational singing for the health and spiritual formation of the church. Some Highlights: Old hymns connect us to generations of faithful believers. Old hymns teach rich theology. Old hymns give us words when life is hard. Old hymns remind us that the gospel is timeless. Old hymns help form mature Christians. Old hymns strengthen struggling churches. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 30

8 Things That Can Derail Your Preaching

In this episode of Revitalize and Replant, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss 8 things that can derail your preaching and negatively impact your Sunday service. Main Takeaways Trying to impress instead of shepherd Focusing more on information than on transformation Forgetting the actual text Not establishing clarity in your own mind Preaching at people instead of to people Chasing cleverness Neglecting the gospel Relying on gifting more than prayer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 28

Practical Discipleship in the Local Church

How do churches create a healthy discipleship culture? Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss practical discipleship strategies that help churches go from receiving information to living from a place of gospel transformation. Together, they explore the strengths and weaknesses of different discipleship models while offering practical ideas for building a culture of disciple-making. In this episode, you'll learn: Two common mistakes churches make with discipleship Organic vs. programmatic discipleship Small groups and one-on-one discipleship Moving from biblical knowledge to everyday application Creating effective on-ramps for spiritual growth Building disciples through the Head, Heart, and Hands model Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 23

5 Steps to Shepherd Disgruntled People (from "Land Ho!")

How should pastors respond when people become unhappy or leave the church? Drawing from Walker Armstrong and Mark Hallock's Land Ho!: Seven Keys to Navigating the Adventurous and Challenging Waters of Change, the Revitalize and Replant team offers practical, biblical wisdom for shepherding difficult people while protecting your own heart. Whether you're navigating criticism, conflict, or church transitions, this episode provides encouragement for pastors seeking to lead with grace. In this episode, you'll learn how to: Guard your heart during conflict. Listen carefully before responding. Speak truth with love. Bless those who choose to leave. Trust Christ as the Chief Shepherd while remaining faithful. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 21

Six Marks That a Church and Its Leaders Are Ready for Renewal

Before meaningful church renewal can happen, certain spiritual foundations must be present. Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss six biblical marks that indicate a church is prepared to embrace revitalization and healthy change. The Six Marks Include: Reality Humility Authority of Scripture Mission Flexibility Faith Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 16

5 Principles for Leading as a Shepherd (from "Land Ho!")

Join Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst as they discuss five principles from Walker Armstrong and Mark Hallock’s Land Ho: Seven Keys to Navigating the Adventurous and Challenging Waters of Change. Main Takeaways from This Episode: Faithfully preach and teach the Word of God Listen more than you speak Lead with humility, not pride Celebrate all that God is doing in and through your church Stay even when it’s hard Resources Related to This Episode: Land Ho! Seven Keys to Navigating the Adventurous & Challenging Waters of Change CP Stories: Weekly Stories of SBC Missionaries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 14

The 5 Arenas of Church Renewal Every Pastor Needs to Understand

Church revitalization isn't simply about launching a new program or implementing a fresh strategy. Healthy church renewal begins much deeper. In this episode of Revitalize & Replant, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock unpack five essential arenas of renewal that every church must address in order to move from decline to health and from maintenance to mission. Whether you're leading a struggling church, pursuing revitalization, or simply seeking ongoing renewal in a healthy congregation, these five areas provide a practical framework for lasting change. In This Episode Why every church needs continual renewal—not just declining churches The difference between renewal, revitalization, and replanting Why spiritual renewal must precede organizational change How relational health impacts church growth and outreach What it looks like to cultivate a genuine missional culture Why programs should serve the mission rather than become the mission How church structures can either accelerate or hinder ministry effectiveness The Five Arenas of Renewal 1. Spiritual Renewal — where everything begins 2. Relational Renewal —love restored among God’s people 3. Missional Renewal — rediscovering why the church exists 4. Programmatic Renewal — aligning what we do with what God wants 5. Structural Renewal — building systems that support ongoing congregational health Resources Mentioned Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby and Claude King Falling in Love with Jesus (Again) by David Jackson and Claude King The 2026 Replant Summit Connect With Us Revitalize & Replant is brought to you by the North American Mission Board to equip pastors and church leaders to lead healthy churches for the glory of God and the good of their communities. Learn more about church revitalization resources, training opportunities, and replanting initiatives at ChurchReplanters.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jun 9

The GenSend Podcast LIVE: Reaching Gen Alpha

In episode 8 of Season 7 of The GenSend Podcast, hosts Shane Pruitt, Paul Worcester, and Lacey Villasenor welcome special guest, Dr. Shelly Melia, coauthor with Pruitt of Reaching Generation Alpha. In this episode, discover how to effectively reach and disciple Gen Alpha, those born between 2010–2025, the first fully digital generation. Next-gen leaders, ministry partners, and parents will be equipped to understand what shapes Gen Alpha, how to engage them both online and relationally, and meet their deep spiritual hunger with biblical clarity. Learn practical steps to faithfully make disciples in this cultural moment by understanding the world that’s forming them and how the gospel speaks directly into it. What You'll Learn: Why Gen Alpha’s upbringing is fundamentally different from previous generations How technology and algorithms are forming identity and worldview The connection between anxiety, loneliness, and adolescent development Practical ways to engage Gen Alpha with truth How to faithfully make disciples in this cultural moment Helpful Resources: Reaching Generation Alpha by Shane Pruitt and Shelly Melia “Don’t Forget the Holy Spirit” Substack Series Free eBook: Three Habits for Everyday Evangelism Free Download: The Big 5: Foundational Habits for Discipleship GenSend on Instagram and YouTube ★ Find more resources to lead the next generation on mission at https://GenSend.org ★ Subscribe to The GenSend Podcast on your favorite podcast platform ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shareable Quotes: “The question is not, ‘Are they being discipled?’ The question is, ‘Who or what is discipling them?’” —Shane Pruitt  “Gen Z expanded their network through technology. Gen Alpha has a global perspective as a starting point.” —Dr. Shelly Melia “Disciples are hand-crafted, not mass produced.” —Paul Worcester  “Technology is not just changing Gen Alpha; it is forming them.” —Dr. Shelly Melia “Our calling as leaders, parents, grandparents, teachers, and coaches is to help the next generation to know the truth and to disciple them to live in that truth.” —Shane Pruitt “Social media didn’t make kids more social. Artificial intelligence is not going to make our kids more intelligent.” —Dr. Shelly Melia “You don’t get what you expect; you get what you inspect. Gospel-centered accountability is life-changing.” —Paul Worcester  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 9

A Q&A with Mark Hallock: Pastoral Leadership, Preaching, and Caring for Your Church

In our second Q&A episode of the series, host Mark Clifton turns the tables and asks Mark Hallock a few listener-submitted questions about preaching, shepherding, and leading a healthy church. Topics Include: Balancing sermon preparation with the demands of pastoral ministry Staying connected with church members through seasons of transition Practical wisdom for faithful pastoral leadership Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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