https://youtu.be/ZdCyt_RkjX4

It is becoming increasingly obvious that many church members, including a number of church leaders, do not know (or even adhere to) a church's doctrinal position. Thom looks at this issue that has become increasingly challenging.
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 	A Clear and Concise Guide to Christian Beliefs


 	“I Believe: A Concise Guide to the Essentials of the Christian Faith” by Thom S. Rainer


 	Know Your Church


 	Know Your Beliefs - Coming Soon!


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 	Church Answers Central Membership


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How Do We Communicate Our Church’s Doctrinal Beliefs to Church Members?

The Church Answers Podcast with Thom Rainer is fast-paced, to the point, and sometimes witty. It addresses one question about church life and leadership in just ten minutes. Buckle your seatbelt and take a ride into the world of congregational health in a fun and fascinating way.

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Hinduism

Judaism

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https://youtu.be/rrQFaYcN9UU

This book became one of the best-selling books in history in its genre. The book is still selling well today and is poised to pass the 2.0 million mark in sales. Thom attempts to do an objective assessment of the book and its impact 11 years after it was published.
Resources:

 	Chaney & Associates


 	* The Everything Church Resource Directory


 	* “Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alive” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)


 	* “I Am a Church Member: Discovering the Attitude that Makes the Difference” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)


 	“Simple Church: Returning to God's Process for Making Disciples” by Thom S. Rainer and Eric Geiger (affiliate link)


 	The Hope Initiative


 	* Church Answers Central Membership

Episode Sponsor:


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A Look at “I Am a Church Member” 11 Years Later

https://youtu.be/vooIxzEGDm4

The only reason Thom wrote this book is that his blog of the same title went viral. The book became another number-one bestseller. Thom attempts to do an objective assessment of the book and its impact 12 years after it was published.
Resources:

 	Chaney & Associates


 	* The Everything Church Resource Directory


 	* “Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alive” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)


 	The Hope Initiative


 	* Church Answers Central Membership

Episode Sponsor:


Focus on your ministry, we’ll focus on the finances. 

 	Chaney & Associates — The accounting firm for the Church.
 	Stop stressing about the state of your church’s finances and start feeling confident knowing you’ve hired an accounting team you can trust.
 	At Chaney & Associates, we understand the weight you carry stewarding tithe money which is why we’ve helped over 1,100 churches with accounting & payroll services for over 21 years.
 	Save time with our cloud-based software. Access reports in real time. And feel confident knowing you’re working with software that’s the best in class.
 	From church plants to megachurches, we’ve got you covered.
 	Cumulative Translation Adjustment (CTA): Visit chaneyassociates.com today to get started.

A Look at “Autopsy of a Deceased Church” 12 Years Later

https://youtu.be/JLERlARFdCc

Thom thought this book had big potential the first time co-author Eric Geiger presented the research to him. He was right. Still, the book had its flaws. Thom attempts to do an objective assessment of the book and its impact 18 years after it was published.
Resources:

 	Chaney & Associates


 	* The Everything Church Resource Directory


 	* “Simple Church: Returning to God's Process for Making Disciples” by Thom S. Rainer and Eric Geiger (affiliate link)


 	Simple Church Growth Certification - coming soon!


 	The Hope Initiative


 	* Church Answers Central Membership

Episode Sponsor:


Focus on your ministry, we’ll focus on the finances. 

 	Chaney & Associates — The accounting firm for the Church.
 	Stop stressing about the state of your church’s finances and start feeling confident knowing you’ve hired an accounting team you can trust.
 	At Chaney & Associates, we understand the weight you carry stewarding tithe money which is why we’ve helped over 1,100 churches with accounting & payroll services for over 21 years.
 	Save time with our cloud-based software. Access reports in real time. And feel confident knowing you’re working with software that’s the best in class.
 	From church plants to megachurches, we’ve got you covered.
 	Cumulative Translation Adjustment (CTA): Visit chaneyassociates.com today to get started.

A Look at “Simple Church” 18 Years Later

https://youtu.be/VZw260Jk3W4

Thom takes six episodes to take a deep-dive look at the demographic groups that claim they are Christians but are likely not true believers. In this episode, he looks at their future in American demographics from two opposing perspectives.
Resources:

 	Chaney & Associates


 	* The Everything Church Resource Directory


 	* “The CHRINO: Christian in Name Only” by Thom S. Rainer


 	Ryan Burge


 	The Hope Initiative


 	* Church Answers Central Membership

Episode Sponsor:


Focus on your ministry, we’ll focus on the finances. 

 	Chaney & Associates — The accounting firm for the Church.
 	Stop stressing about the state of your church’s finances and start feeling confident knowing you’ve hired an accounting team you can trust.
 	At Chaney & Associates, we understand the weight you carry stewarding tithe money which is why we’ve helped over 1,100 churches with accounting & payroll services for over 21 years.
 	Save time with our cloud-based software. Access reports in real time. And feel confident knowing you’re working with software that’s the best in class.
 	From church plants to megachurches, we’ve got you covered.
 	Cumulative Translation Adjustment (CTA): Visit chaneyassociates.com today to get started.

The Future of the CHRINOs (Christians in Name Only): Two Views

https://youtu.be/vcH9mlb1Jeg

Thom takes six episodes to take a deep-dive look at the demographic groups that claim they are Christians but are likely not true believers. In this episode, he addresses how CHRINOs become members of the church without being Christians. He also offers concrete steps to prevent this reality from occurring in your church.
Resources:

 	Chaney & Associates


 	* The Everything Church Resource Directory


 	* “The CHRINO: Christian in Name Only” by Thom S. Rainer


 	The Hope Initiative


 	* Church Answers Central Membership

Episode Sponsor:


Focus on your ministry, we’ll focus on the finances. 

 	Chaney & Associates — The accounting firm for the Church.
 	Stop stressing about the state of your church’s finances and start feeling confident knowing you’ve hired an accounting team you can trust.
 	At Chaney & Associates, we understand the weight you carry stewarding tithe money which is why we’ve helped over 1,100 churches with accounting & payroll services for over 21 years.
 	Save time with our cloud-based software. Access reports in real time. And feel confident knowing you’re working with software that’s the best in class.
 	From church plants to megachurches, we’ve got you covered.
 	Cumulative Translation Adjustment (CTA): Visit chaneyassociates.com today to get started.

How Do We Communicate Our Church’s Doctrinal Beliefs to Church Members?

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