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The Church Answers Podcast

The Church Answers Podcast

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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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What has not following your dreams cost you? Are you living on the 'outside in' ? Do you feel a sense of disconnect or find your work, life, social relationships are an 'out of body' experience ? Do you Feel like you just don't belong or 'fit in' no matter how much you try or even want to ? Join Mark and Zac for an expressive and freestyle insight into life direction and the impact of our choices on our health, relationships and place in society.
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Replant Podcast

North American Mission Board, Bob Bickford, Mark Clifton

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Each year between 900 to 1,000 churches hold their final services and close their doors. As a part of the Send Network, Replant desires to reverse this trend. Our prayer is that communities would see the transforming work of Christ as He brings new life to these once dying churches. The Replant podcast will discuss relevant topics related to church replanting. This resource is meant to equip and encourage those who have taken on the hard task of being a church replanter.
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Celebrating success that is unexpected as well as highlighting sports and human-interest stories are both at the foundation of The Long Shot. Told through the lens of NBA player Duncan Robinson and his co-host Davis Reid, the program will provide an inside look into the NBA season while showcasing stories of those that have overcome the odds and achieved success.
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Defining the Dash

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At Defining the Dash, we want to take the time to share with you the testimonies of our Heroes of the Faith that have made a difference in our lives and communities. For those heroes that have already gone on, we don’t want their legacy to disappear with them. We want to share that with others, and with our youth. We want young people today, to know that God can and will use them, regardless of age. We each were made with a purpose and a calling. Let us laugh with you and pray with you, whil ...
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Bourbon Bytes Podcast

Clifton McDaniel | Bourbon Bytes

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A Bourbon Podcast with a Gaming Twist! Hosted by Clifton McDaniel in Los Angeles, CA - the Bourbon Bytes Podcast features the latest whiskey & video game news, reviews, and more every week. Cheers, and Game On!
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The Replant Bootcamp Podcast is a boots on the ground resource for replanters by replanters hosted by Bob Bickford and JimBo Stewart. Both Bob and JimBo are replant pastors and serve other replant pastors through their local associations and the North American Mission Board. It is Bob and JimBo’s desire that this podcast encourage and equip pastors and ministry leaders in the gritty and glorious work of replanting dying churches.
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The best bits of the Julia Hartley-Brewer breakfast show on Talk. All the news stories of the day, agenda setting political interviews and big name guests, hosted by the queen of talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mark Clifton comes back to the bootcamp again to drop some wisdom on how to navigate the process of church adoption alignment. When one church is prayerfully considering adopting another, both churches have a lot to consider, and it is easy to get bogged down in the wrong things – or at least in the […]…
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“The Anxious Generation” is written by an atheistic Jew, but it has a powerful message for ministering to Gen Z and Gen Alpha. In this last of three parts, Thom examines how few young people attend church and why Matthew 9 must be our direct response. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt (affiliate link) FREE Re…
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“The Anxious Generation” is written by an atheistic Jew, but it has a powerful message for ministering to Gen Z and Gen Alpha. In this second of three parts, Thom looks at the addictive powers of the smartphone and how churches must respond. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt (affiliate link) The Everything Ch…
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“The Anxious Generation” is written by an atheistic Jew, but it has a powerful message for ministering to Gen Z and Gen Alpha. In this first of three parts, Thom reviews the pain this generation currently experiences. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt (affiliate link) The Everything Church Resource Directory …
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Mark Hallock and Brandon Moore joined the Bootcamp for a Replant Roadtrip episode. In this episode, we talk about setting personal goals. Goals need to be clear, attainable, and measurable. Personal goals need to prioritize personal spiritual growth and family time. [00:00:00] JimBo Stewart: Welcome to another episode of the Replant Boot Camp, the …
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Between 8,000 and 12,000 churches close annually in the United States. Thom examines some of the common excuses we’ve heard that lead to church death. “The community knows where we are.” “It’s the other church’s fault.” “We won’t budge from the truth.” “It’s the denomination’s fault.” Resources: Chaney & Associates “Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12…
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Between 8,000 and 12,000 churches close annually in the United States. Thom examines one of the factors in the death of churches: toxic church members. Toxins are not the same as critics. Church leaders should form a guiding coalition. Prayer is still powerful. Kicking the can never works. Resources: Chaney & Associates “Autopsy of a Deceased Churc…
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Between 8,000 and 12,000 churches close annually in the United States. Thom examines one of the leading factors in the death of churches: denial. Here are three of the main issues he will cover: Matters related to faith are challenging to release. Incremental decline can be the most challenging decline. Inward movement is natural; outward focus is …
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Bob Bickford drops back by the Bootcamp to discuss church renewal and replanting as an associational leader. Bob shares about becoming the Associational Mission Strategist (AMS) at the Nashville Baptist Association and offers insights from his new role. He emphasizes the changing demographic landscape of Nashville, the importance of reaching adults…
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It is one of the most painful situations in ministry. A pastor must let a staff member go. Thom and Jess share seven guidelines to walk through this challenging reality. Resources: Chaney & Associates Church Answers Research – Coming soon! The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initiative Church Answers Central Membership Episode Sponsor…
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Burnout is always painful. But it is especially hurtful when you don’t have a church that supports you. Thom and Jess discuss the painful realities of these situations. Resources: Chaney & Associates Church Answers Research – Coming soon! The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initiative Church Answers Central Membership Episode Sponsor:…
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Every pastor faces the need to change a sermon at some point, even if they have completed it. Thom and Jess share when and why these changes are necessary and how to make them. Resources: Chaney & Associates “I Am a Church Member: Discovering the Attitude that Makes the Difference” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link) Church Answers Research – Coming…
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Gen Z could represent the first generation to return to church after decades of declining attendance. Thom and Jess look at four areas where local churches can connect with Gen Z in positive ways: Understand how different they are from previous generations. Focus on those ministries that help Gen Z form in-person community. Don’t compromise on bibl…
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Mental health statistics point to the severe emotional and mental challenges of Gen Z. Church leaders should be aware of the significant reasons why this challenge is taking place. Thom and Jess look at three key reasons: Smartphones Social media The COVID pandemic Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt (affiliate…
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It is essential for church leaders to understand Gen Z in relation to previous generations. Thom and Jess, a Boomer and Millennial, compare Gen Z to four other generations. Here are the four generations they will discuss: 1946-1964 (Baby Boom Generation): Approximately 76 million live births occurred during this period. This period is known for the…
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Mark Clifton joins us this week at the Tri-County Baptist Association office in Colt (not Croft) Arkansas (the home of Charlie Rich) to discuss reframing conflict. We discuss the importance of addressing conflict as a gospel opportunity rather than avoiding it. Mark Clifton shares personal anecdotes and biblical insights, particularly from the book…
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The role of a pastor carries significant challenges. In a three-part series, Thom and Jess look at those challenges pastors have almost every week. In part three, they consider how pastors deal with interruptions that are normative for church life: members in crisis, those seeking counsel and advice, requests from the community, and others. Resourc…
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The role of a pastor carries significant challenges. In a three-part series, Thom and Jess look at those challenges pastors have almost every week. In part two, they consider how pastors deal with leading a mostly all-volunteer organization. Resources: Chaney & Associates The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initiative Church Answers C…
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The role of a pastor carries significant challenges. In a three-part series, Thom and Jess look at those challenges pastors have almost every week. In part one, they consider how pastors deal with the ongoing demand of sermon preparation. Resources: Chaney & Associates “When the People Pray” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link) The Everything Church …
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In this episode, we welcome Pastor Dustin Slayton from First Baptist Church of Round Rock, Texas to discuss his experiences and insights into multi-site ministry. He shares his journey in ministry, including his time as a campus pastor and his PhD work, which led to writing a book on multi-site churches. Dustin elaborates on the […]…
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Thom and Jess welcome Kevin Mills, author of “The Day the Church Died.” In this episode, they discuss the differences in writing a fiction book versus a nonfiction book. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Day the Church Died” by Kevin Mills (affiliate link) Craft Book Publishing “Where Have All the Church Members Gone?” by Thom S. Rainer “How to L…
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Thom and Jess welcome Kevin Mills, author of “The Day the Church Died.” In this episode, they discuss moral failures and what a pastor should do to protect himself. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Day the Church Died” by Kevin Mills (affiliate link) The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initiative Church Answers Central Membership E…
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Thom and Jess welcome Kevin Mills, author of “The Day the Church Died.” In this episode, they discuss how Kevin’s book is based on several realities in churches today. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Day the Church Died” by Kevin Mills (affiliate link) Ryan Burge The Hope Initiative and The Complete Membership Class Toolkit The Everything Churc…
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On this episode our hosts, continue their interview of Bro. Bill Clifton, with obstacles he overcame in the ministry, some "getting to know you" questions, and of course a challenge to the youth of today. Pull up a chair, lean back and get comfy. You know you don't want to miss this episode.由Definingthedash@yahoo.com
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In this episode, we welcome special guests Mike and Daniel Blackaby, sons of previous guest Richard Blackaby. Mike, a church planter from Victoria, BC, and Daniel, an Atlanta-based member of Blackaby Ministries, join us to discuss their new co-authored book, ‘Straight to the Heart: Communicating the Gospel in an Emotionally Driven Culture.’ We expl…
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The purposes of the church originate with the early churches in the New Testament. When Rick Warren wrote The Purpose Driven Church in 1995, the purposes became commonplace in conversations in churches around the world. Thom takes a detailed journey about the purposes of the church through nine episodes. Keep all of them together to share with your…
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The purposes of the church originate with the early churches in the New Testament. When Rick Warren wrote The Purpose Driven Church in 1995, the purposes became commonplace in conversations in churches around the world. Thom takes a detailed journey about the purposes of the church through nine episodes. Keep all of them together to share with your…
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The purposes of the church originate with the early churches in the New Testament. When Rick Warren wrote The Purpose Driven Church in 1995, the purposes became commonplace in conversations in churches around the world. Thom takes a detailed journey about the purposes of the church through nine episodes. Keep all of them together to share with your…
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