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20H AGO

Seven Occasions When You Should Not Hire More Church Staff

Hiring staff can strengthen a church—but not always. In this episode, Thom and Sam discuss seven times when adding staff is a mistake, from removing ministry opportunities from the laity to financial missteps and agenda-driven hires. Learn how to make wise, mission-focused staffing decisions for your church’s health. The post Seven Occasions When You Should Not Hire More Church Staff appeared first on Church Answers.

25 min
4D AGO

How Much Money Should a Pastor Make?

A pastor's salary is determined by several factors, including church size and budget, geographic location, cost of living, education, experience, and responsibilities. While there is no universal answer, Josh and Sam discuss general guidelines and what pastors should expect from their churches. The post How Much Money Should a Pastor Make? appeared first on Church Answers.

27 min
JUN 30

The Burge Report: Are Religious People More Prone to Conspiracy Theories?

Both prophets and conspiracy theorists cater to the human desire to make sense of chaos. This connection sparks compelling questions: Do religious belief and conspiracy thinking go hand in hand, as both involve leaps of imagination? Or does a strong religious framework offer enough structure, reducing the need for conspiracy theories? Ryan Burge joins the show to discuss what the hard data reveals. The post The Burge Report: Are Religious People More Prone to Conspiracy Theories? appeared first on Church Answers.

32 min
JUN 26

The Future of America’s Largest Churches: An Interview with Eric Geiger

The future of America's largest churches (specifically megachurches—2,000+ weekly attendees) is a complex mix of momentum, innovation, and cultural headwinds. Eric Geiger from Mariners Church joins Sam on the show to discuss the reality facing large churches. Will they keep growing? Some will, but many are plateauing or entering slow decline. The post The Future of America’s Largest Churches: An Interview with Eric Geiger appeared first on Church Answers.

31 min
JUN 23

The Shifts in How Churches Choose Small Group Curriculum (What You Need to Know): An Interview with Michael Kelley

In this episode, Sam interviews Michael Kelley, Executive Director for the Rooted Network and a seasoned writer of church small group curriculum. As churches adapt to evolving discipleship needs, small group materials are also transforming. We’ll explore what’s driving these changes, how new approaches are resonating with different congregations, and practical insights for church leaders who are choosing curriculum in today’s landscape. The post The Shifts in How Churches Choose Small Group Curriculum (What You Need to Know): An Interview with Michael Kelley appeared first on Church Answers.

29 min
JUN 19

The Best Bible Translation for Preaching

Many people are passionate about Bible translations and have strong opinions about which one is the best. Pastors are no exception. Josh and Sam discuss what translations they believe are best suited for preaching. The post The Best Bible Translation for Preaching appeared first on Church Answers.

25 min
JUN 16

Four Kinds of Church Leaders Who Will Not Lead in Revitalization

In this episode, Thom and Sam explore four types of church leaders who are unlikely to lead effectively in revitalization. The post Four Kinds of Church Leaders Who Will Not Lead in Revitalization appeared first on Church Answers.

25 min
JUN 12

What Should I Do After Getting Fired from a Church?

One of the most challenging parts of ministry is the rejection of getting fired by a church. Josh and Sam discuss the immediate next steps pastors can take to begin the healing process. The post What Should I Do After Getting Fired from a Church? appeared first on Church Answers.

24 min

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02/06/2022

EdEarnest

My ministry has benefited greatly from these podcasts. The topics are quite helpful- many “real life” kind of scenarios…things I really face (or might face in the future). This is a great equipping resource. And as for personal preference, the length is perfect. I enjoy the bullet points kind out outline with a conversational tone. This makes this podcast very easy to listen to for me. I don’t miss very many episodes. Thanks guys!
Rainers bilk Christians

Apr 30

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Just another Rainer family money-grab to keep the Rainer kids flush with cash donations from poor Southern retirees. Tom, you are bright but have failed to help the Church with its #1 most obvious problem--and Tom won't even say the name because he knows it's the cancer invading our congregations. Speak truth or the Church will continue to shrink 5%+ every year.
Poor audio

12/18/2023

rm@c973

Unable to listen because some speakers are loud while others can hardly be heard. Great content though!
Becoming more of an infomercial

11/10/2022

RDL79

Have been listening to this podcast for a while and really enjoyed it at the beginning, but the longer it goes, the more I feel like I’m listening to an infomercial and them promote their sponsors