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March 25The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 2)
Not all traditions are bad, but some can hinder the work of the church. Jess and Thom share the most common church traditions based on an extensive survey, and why they can be difficult to change.
4. The roles of the pastor
5. The roles and functions of committees
6. Ministry and programs
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Church Answers University
“Anatomy of a Revived Church: Seven Findings about How Congregations Avoided Death” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
“Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alive” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Churches (Part 1)
The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 3)
The Hope Initiative
Church Answers Central
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
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19 min
March 25The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 1)
Not all traditions are bad, but some can hinder the work of the church. Jess and Thom share the most common church traditions based on an extensive survey, and why they can be difficult to change.
1. Worship music and style
2. Order of worship service
3. Times of worship services
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Church Answers University
“Anatomy of a Revived Church: Seven Findings about How Congregations Avoided Death” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
“Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alive” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Churches (Part 2)
The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 3)
The Hope Initiative
Church Answers Central
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
The post The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 1) appeared first on Church Answers.
19 min
March 18Two Denominations That Are Surprisingly Young
In the previous podcast, Jess and Thom examined the aging and dying denominations. In this podcast, they discuss the two youngest denominations.
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Church Answers University
Ryan Burge
“When Are Half Your Members Going to be Dead?” by Ryan Burge
Denominations That Are on Red Alert for Rapid Decline
“Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alive” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
Dr. Eddie Moody, Free Will Baptists
Creating a Culture of Evangelism in Your Church: An Interview with Jeff Cranston
Church Answers Central
The Hope Initiative
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
The post Two Denominations That Are Surprisingly Young appeared first on Church Answers.
25 min
March 18Denominations That Are on Red Alert for Rapid Decline
Using a recent study by Ryan Burge, Jess and Thom examine the sobering reality of demographic decline in two groups: the Southern Baptist Convention and non-denominational evangelical churches.
It’s about Baby Boomers and demographics.
All mainline denominations are in a demographic freefall.
The Southern Baptist Convention is declining, but it’s about to get worse.
The modal age of SBC church members is 62. For the U.S., the modal age is 35.
Just 6% of SBC adults are under 30, the same as among Episcopalians.
The greater freefall is less than 10 years away.
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Church Answers University
Ryan Burge
Two Denominations That Are Surprisingly Young
“Why Conservative Churches Are Growing” by Dean Kelley (affiliate link)
Know Your Community
Invite Your One
The Hope Initiative
Church Answers Central
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
The post Denominations That Are on Red Alert for Rapid Decline appeared first on Church Answers.
26 min
March 11Creating a Culture of Evangelism in Your Church: An Interview with Jeff Cranston
Thom and Jess interview Pastor Jeff Cranston, Lowcountry Community Church, about creating a culture of evangelism.
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Church Answers University
Lowcountry Community Church
Kitchen Table Theology Podcast
Reaching Senior Adults for Christ: An Interview with Jeff Cranston
The Hope Initiative
Church Answers Central
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
The post Creating a Culture of Evangelism in Your Church: An Interview with Jeff Cranston appeared first on Church Answers.
24 min
March 11Reaching Senior Adults for Christ: An Interview with Jeff Cranston
Thom and Jess welcome Pastor Jeff Cranston from Lowcountry Community Church in South Carolina.
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Church Answers University
Lowcountry Community Church
Kitchen Table Theology Podcast
Creating a Culture of Evangelism in Your Church: An Interview with Jeff Cranston
“What Types of Invitations Are Most Effective to Get People to Come to Church?” by Thom S. Rainer
The Hope Initiative
Church Answers Central
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
The post Reaching Senior Adults for Christ: An Interview with Jeff Cranston appeared first on Church Answers.
25 min
March 04Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage
Why Death Is Coming Soon to Many Churches (and How to Prevent It)
Church Answers researcher Ryan Burge recently released a stunning and sobering report on the ages of congregants of various denominations. It’s not a pretty picture. Many churches will soon die or become moribund because of one simple factor: their church members are dying and not being replaced. Jess and Thom examine four aspects of this demographic decline and death.
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Church Answers University
Ryan Burge
“When Are Half Your Members Going to be Dead?” by Ryan Burge
“Gradually… Then Suddenly”: Why Church Decline Is About to Accelerate
When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point
The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future
“Who Moved My Pulpit?: Leading Change in the Church” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)
Church Answers Central
The Hope Initiative
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
The post Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage appeared first on Church Answers.
26 min
March 04The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future
Why Death Is Coming Soon to Many Churches (and How to Prevent It)
Church Answers researcher Ryan Burge recently released a stunning and sobering report on the ages of congregants of various denominations. It’s not a pretty picture. Many churches will soon die or become moribund because of one simple factor: their church members are dying and not being replaced. Jess and Thom examine four aspects of this demographic decline and death.
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Church Answers University
Ryan Burge
“When Are Half Your Members Going to be Dead?” by Ryan Burge
“Gradually… Then Suddenly”: Why Church Decline Is About to Accelerate
When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point
Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage
Tyrone Barnette, Peace Baptist Church
Church Answers Central
The Hope Initiative
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
The post The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future appeared first on Church Answers.
25 min
February 18When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point
Why Death Is Coming Soon to Many Churches (and How to Prevent It)
Church Answers researcher Ryan Burge recently released a stunning and sobering report on the ages of congregants of various denominations. It’s not a pretty picture. Many churches will soon die or become moribund because of one simple factor: their church members are dying and not being replaced. Jess and Thom examine four aspects of this demographic decline and death.
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Finally! Seminary Training for Co-vocational Church Leaders: An Interview with Andy Miller
Church Answers University
Ryan Burge
“When Are Half Your Members Going to be Dead?” by Ryan Burge
“Gradually… Then Suddenly”: Why Church Decline Is About to Accelerate
The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future
Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage
“The Pig and the Python: How to Prosper from the Aging Baby Boom” by David Cork (affiliate link)
Church Answers Central
The Hope Initiative
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
The post When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point appeared first on Church Answers.
28 min
February 18“Gradually… Then Suddenly”: Why Church Decline Is About to Accelerate
Why Death Is Coming Soon to Many Churches (and How to Prevent It)
Church Answers researcher Ryan Burge recently released a stunning and sobering report on the ages of congregants of various denominations. It’s not a pretty picture. Many churches will soon die or become moribund because of one simple factor: their church members are dying and not being replaced. Jess and Thom examine four aspects of this demographic decline and death.
Resources:
Wesley Biblical Seminary
Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary
Church Answers University
Ryan Burge
“When Are Half Your Members Going to be Dead?” by Ryan Burge
When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point
The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future
Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage
“To Dream Again: How to Help Your Church Come Alive” by Robert Dale (affiliate link)
Church Answers Central
The Hope Initiative
FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
Episode Sponsor:
Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches.
They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission.
Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.
Flexible online format that fits your schedule.
Equipping men and women called by God.
An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it!
If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary.
The post “Gradually… Then Suddenly”: Why Church Decline Is About to Accelerate appeared first on Church Answers.
27 min

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