Revitalize and Replant

By North American Mission Board

Your church doesn’t have to die. God is moving, even in the most difficult places. The Revitalize and Replant podcast equips pastors to take their churches from declining to thriving by pointing them ... more

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How many episodes does Revitalize and Replant have?

The podcast currently has 252 episodes available.

Revitalize and Replant episodes:

July 25, 2024Dealing with Interpersonal Conflict Without Losing Your Soul
In this episode, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss an article from Jim Elliff about dealing with interpersonal conflict in ministry without losing your soul.
I will accept whatever means God may use to make me more humble and therefore more dependent on Him.
I will seek to peacefully and humbly to resolve the conflict face to face immediately, unless it is providentially impossible to do so.
I will thoroughly repent of any known sin in my life and will sincerely express my repentance to those who are concerned, even if there is blame on the other side.
I will be painfully accurate in my words about myself, even if it embarrasses or condemns me.
I will gladly leave vengeance to God, who sees and evaluates with perfection.
I will give thanks in everything, and rejoice in the Lord always, for this is safe for me.
I will forgive from my heart when I’m asked to forgive.
I will refuse to let Satan, the archenemy of believers, gain the ultimate victory in this conflict.
Resources related to this podcast:
https://ftc.co/resource-library/blog-entries/15-resolves-for-maintaining-spiritual-balance-in-severe-interpersonal-conflicts/
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19min
July 23, 2024Some Trends Impacting Churches in 2024
In this episode, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss an article from Lifeway Research on some current trends in churches across North America.
Shifting Attendance Patterns
Shrinking Groups but Growing Importance
Increasing Diversity
Equipping Women to Serve and Lead
Rising Prosperity Gospel
Helping the Deconstructors Reconstruct
Overcoming Economic Headwinds
Calming Fears
Resources related to this podcast:
https://research.lifeway.com/2024/01/12/10-trends-impacting-the-church-in-2024/
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24min
July 18, 20245 Suggestions for Regaining Your Joy in Hard Seasons of Ministry
In this episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and JimBo Stewart discuss how pastors can maintain (or regain) joy in the midst of ministry hardships.
Find a Scripture passage to anchor yourself in the power of God and His call on your life.
Find a song that calls you back to the heart of God and increases your affection for Him.
Collect mentors like baseball cards.
Set goals and get accountability for them.
Celebrate something every day.
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21min
July 16, 20246 Ways Your Church Can Battle Hypocrisy
In this episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and JimBo Stewart discuss an article from Sam Rainer on some ways a church can become hypocritical.
The church becomes fixated on external preferences and not internal devotion.
The church falls in love with commitments but neglects people.
The church leaders seek religious prominence instead of humble service.
The church hides double standards with artificial religious rules.
The church kills the heart of worship with a religious presentation.
The church adds to the gospel to burden people.
Resources related to this podcast:
“Six Ways the Church Becomes Hypocritical” by Sam Rainer
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21min
July 11, 20248 Things Any Church Who Wants to Be Involved in Church Revitalization Must Do
In this episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and JimBo Stewart discuss an article from Thom Rainer for churches who want to be involved in church revitalization.
An admission of a problem and a need
Humility
A willingness to do things differently – sometimes radically differently
New leadership or renewed leadership
Renewed focus on the community
Members praying for revitalization
Change in membership attitudes from selfish to selfless
A focus on evangelism
Resources related to this podcast:
“8 Characteristics of Successful Church Revitalizations” by Thom Rainer
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22min
July 09, 202410 Reasons Pastors Hurt So Deeply
In this episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and JimBo Stewart discuss an article from Chuck Lawless about why ministry can often hurt so much.
We mourn when marriages fall apart.
We hurt when young people make decisions that lead to trouble.
We occasionally beat ourselves up when our sermon wasn’t nearly as strong as we thought it would be.
We sometimes grieve the sin of others more than they do.
We ache when our church must carry out church discipline.
We struggle when the churches we lead aren’t growing.
We sometimes hurt when we see the loneliness and struggles of our families.
We quietly grieve funerals for persons who showed no evidence of Christian conversion.
We wrestle with loneliness when we don’t know how to develop strong friendships.
We often feel guilty even expressing any of these thoughts.
Resources related to this podcast:
“10 Heartaches of Being a Pastor” by Chuck Lawless
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21min
July 04, 202414 Trends in Church Names
In this episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and JimBo Stewart discuss a blog from Thom Rainer on some current trends in church names.
“Point” has become ubiquitous.
“Life” has a new life.
Tim Keller put Redeemer back into vogue.
City Church, usually with another name in front of it.
Christ Church.
Five biggies the past ten years: Journey, Bridge, Foundry, Mosaic, and Generation
Cross has made a surge: Cross Church, Cross Fellowship, etc.
Simple Church.
Meaningful Names: Impact. Potential. Epic. Transformation. Renovation. Innovate.
“Fellowship” can be found in almost any town.
Grace.
Many churches like the new factor: New Life. New Hope.
Moving on up: Elevate, Vertical, Summit.
Not English (Greek or Latin): Eklessia, Ecclesia, Koinonia, Agape, etc.
Resources related to this podcast:
“Contemporary Trends in Church Names” by Thom Rainer
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20min
July 02, 2024How to Attract Folks to Your Church
In this episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and JimBo Stewart discuss an article from Aaron Earls that discusses some insights from the unchurched about what they look for in a church.
“I saw them treat others better because of their faith.”
“I saw them caring for people’s needs because of their faith.”
“I saw them be happier because of their faith.”
“I saw them use their faith to solve problems in our community.”
“I saw them use their faith to help them solve their personal problems.”
“I saw multiple races/ethnicities working together in a church.”
Resources related to this podcast:
“7 Ways to Draw the Unchurched to Your Church” by Aaron Earls
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22min
June 27, 20243 Encouragements for Rural Pastors
In this episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and JimBo Stewart offer encouragement for rural church pastors.
Remember that you are entirely unaware of the impact of your ministry.
Be happy to know that you may not be able to change much but lives.
Be energized by the concept that your church could become the most loving church in the world.
Resources related to this podcast:
“The Rural Church Dilemma” by Jim Eliff
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20min
June 25, 202410 Ways Pastors Can Strengthen Their Prayer Lives
In this episode, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and JimBo Stewart discuss some ways pastors can build up their prayer life.
Come in Christ’s Name.
Delight in Him.
Express Your Longings to Him.
Read a Psalm.
Sing to Him.
Intercede for Others.
Place Your Day Before Him.
Petition Him for Other Special Needs.
Meditate on His Word.
Offer Thanks to Him.
Resources related to this podcast:
“An Intimate Hour with God” by Jim Eliff
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15min

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