Podcast Episode #333

Churches often find themselves in a rut or a case of the doldrums. Today, we cover five ways your church can snap out of a negative spiral.

Some highlights from today's episode include:

* It's hard to stay mad at someone if you're praying for that person.

* Ongoing ministry and missions should be taking place in the local community of a church.

* Some leaders have too much pride to admit they've made a mistake.

* People see straight through inauthentic apologies.

* Outside eyes can help you see things you otherwise would not see.

* The healthiest leaders are those who get ongoing training and coaching.

* Church members and other staff can totally tell when a staff member or pastor has checked out.

The five ways to reverse negative sentiment that we discuss are:

* Call for a time of prayer.

* Lead a major ministry or service effort in the community.

* Ask for forgiveness.

* Get a fresh perspective.

* Make a commitment to stay.

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Resources Mentioned in Today's Podcast

* Pastoral Leadership, Prayer, and Church Health

* Five Imminent Dangers in Churches

* Facility Audit

* ChurchAnswers.com

* For the Church at the SBC Annual Meeting