Beste Church Answers podcaster (2024)

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How Do Pastors Recover When Something Unexpected, Funny, or Even Tragic Happens During a Worship Service? 42:12

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There are 375,000 churches in America that have approximately 26 million worship services a year. Something unexpected is likely to happen every week. And the unexpected does indeed happen. Jess and Thom share some of those stories and tell how pastors respond (or should respond). At the end of the podcast is their favorite on video. Resources: Cha…

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Podcast 346 -- The Promise of an Abundant Life Jeremiah 29:2-14, John 10:7-10 53:14

10d ago53:14

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What is the Christian idea of a flourishing, abundant life? Can the Bible's metaphorical green pastures measure up to a 10.000-acre Texas ranch? And can people flourish in exile, as Jeremiah urges? Download and listen before you buy that next graduation card! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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How Several Church Leaders Became Their Own Church Consultant with Great Success 44:33

8d ago44:33

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Thom started noticing a trend several years ago. Many pastors and other church leaders were getting consultation training primarily to help their own churches. Thom and Jess look at this growing trend. The origins of church consultation. The origins of church consultation training. Is there a biblical basis for church consultation? What Thom learne…

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Seven Characteristics of Excellent Worship Leaders That Are Often Forgotten: An Interview with Mike Harland 48:03

15d ago48:03

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A good worship leader can make an incredible difference in a church. A not-so-good worship leader can really mess things up. Jess and Thom interview Mike Harland to dive deeply into seven characteristics of excellent worship leaders that are often not at the forefront of discussion. An obvious walk with God. A joyous desire to work with and under t…

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Podcast 345 -- "Hey Google, Write My Sunday Sermon" Genesis 11:1-9 1:04:23

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We wrap up our study of Rod Dreher's The Benedict Option debating the author's contentious view of the Internet, social media and the accompanying cultural message to envelope oneself in a virtual world to escape the real one. We add a discussion of AI, which has exploded since Dreher published, and what ethical questions it raises for Christians. …

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Why and How You Should Create Your Own Church Curriculum 46:36

22d ago46:36

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Many church leaders are at least aware that a number of churches write their own curriculum. However, this approach is often considered a luxury option that only large churches can do. Jess and Thom share how churches of all sizes can create a variety of their own resources. WHAT Types of Curriculum or Resources Can You Create? New member class Chi…

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Podcast 344 -- Christians vs. Sex 1 Corinthians 7:1-7, Song of Songs 1:2-4 1:07:43

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"To reduce Christian teaching about sex and sexuality to bare, boring, thou-shalt-not moralism is a failure of imagination," Rod Dreher writes in the The Benedict Option. Instead, Churches should strongly proclaim the stability Christian sexual ethics offer men and women who seek true intimacy, romance and fulfilling partnerships in their love rela…

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Seven Important Trends in New Member Classes 48:12

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Churches with membership classes were in the minority just ten years ago. Now, six out of ten churches have a regular new members class. Thom and Jess look at seven of the most current trends. In addition, they provide a contemporary history of new member classes in America. How membership classes moved into the mainstream. Why membership classes w…

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Podcast 343 -- Modern Witchcraft Deuteronomy 18:10-14, Ephesians 5:11 56:55

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It's Halloween, so the fellows discuss what Bible authors might have meant when they condemned witchcraft and sorcery. Rather than supernatural black magic, were they pointing to talented manipulators whom today we would call narcissists and psychopaths--persons who know there is no greater human flaw than the ability to fool oneself? Jeffrey Epste…

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If Your Church Is a Neighborhood Church, Act Like It 12:30

1M ago12:30

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Many churches are located in neighborhoods they are not reaching. Thom highlights two important steps churches can take to act like a neighborhood church. Resources: Upward Sports Know Your Community Know Your Community Politics “The Surprising Return of the Neighborhood Church: Discover How Your Church Is Primed to Reach Your Neighbors” by Sam Rai…

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How to Assimilate People Who Come to Events at Your Church 12:13

1M ago12:13

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We at Church Answers hear from church leaders who want to know how to get guests who attend church events assimilated into the church. Thom shares two simple steps that work almost every time. You will be surprised at its simplicity. Resources: Upward Sports The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initiative Church Answers Central Members…

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Don’t Fight Sports Leagues – Join Them 12:36

1M ago12:36

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Many pastors and church leaders express frustration when Sunday sports have priority over church. Thom shares the simple step many churches have taken to respond positively to this challenge. Resources: Upward Sports “Where Have All the Church Members Gone?” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link) The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initia…

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The Quiet Denomination: Why You Need to Know More about Free Will Baptists 48:49

1M ago48:49

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In an era where many denominations are known for their controversies and in-fighting, here is a story of a denomination that quietly and methodically demonstrates obedience to the gospel in a positive light for the world to see. Thom and Jess interview Dr. Eddie Moody, the Executive Director of The National Association of Free Will Baptists. Heed h…

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Podcast 342 -- When the Gender Reveal Party Is For Your 23-Year-Old Co-Worker Colossians 3:23-24 1:05:02

1M ago1:05:02

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Trigger warning! The fellows discuss the challenges of the new woke workplace, and whether Christians should react to corporate pronoun policies with principled resistance, silent acknowledgement or suppressed laughter when any of these three could lead to termination. Join us for an oft-times politically incorrect podcast as we discuss the importa…

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Ten Ways a Pastor’s Ministry Has Changed Dramatically in 25 Years 54:16

1M ago54:16

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Thom and Jess examine the incredible ways pastoring has changed in the past 25 years. Jess offers the current perspective, and Thom looks at the old man’s view. You might be surprised at the magnitude of the changes. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Anxious Generation Goes To Church” by Thom S. Rainer – Coming in 2025! “Make My Church Safe: A Gu…

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Podcast 341 – Education as Christian Formation Proverbs 22:6 1:05:22

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As we continue our look at Rod Dreher’s The Benedict Option, we generally agree American culture lost something valuable when colleges and universities abandoned classical education models, study of the humanities and their respect for the history of Western Civilization. But are Dreher’s suggestions realistic? We debate his call for Christians to …

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11 Surprising Lessons from a Church Consultant 54:09

2M ago54:09

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Thom has done a few thousand consultations since 1988, with over 600 done on the church site. Jess asks Thom to share some of the most surprising lessons he has learned about churches seeking consultations. Resources: Chaney & Associates The Unstuck Group Church Consultation University (CCU) Know Your Beliefs “Who Moved My Pulpit?: Leading Change i…

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Podcast 340 -- The Christian Village 1 Corinthians 12:12-14 47:17

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As we continue our discussion on The Benedict Option, we reflect how we, as Christians, should desire to be seen by the world. Amidst the chaotic collapse of the Roman Empire, Benedict created active faith communities that drew men and women looking for an alternative to the moral disorder around them. Author Rod Dreher says that today’s Christians…

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An Actual Autopsy of a Real (But Now Closed) Church 51:32

2M ago51:32

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Jess interviews Thom about a church that recently died. All of the facts really took place. It is a fascinating study of how many churches die. Any church leader or church member would benefit greatly from this episode. Resources: Chaney & Associates “Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alive” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link) “I A…

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Podcast 339 -- A Church For All Seasons Ephesians 2:14-22 1:01:31

2M ago1:01:31

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Has Christian influence in the culture waned? Most definitely. Are Christians wasting time and effort trying to restore the cultural climate of the 1950s? Most definitely. Author Rob Dreher wants Christian churches to focus their efforts on what he believes are more important goals. As we continue our study of The Benedict Option, we debate Liberal…

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Why Are the Pianist and Organist Paid Positions in Many Churches? 10:59

2M ago10:59

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Our team at Church Answers frequently examines church budgets. It is common for the pianist to be paid, while other music positions are not. Thom and Jess examine the history and cultural relevance of this reality today. Resources: Chaney & Associates FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope In…

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Different Pastors Are Wired Differently (Part 2) 11:25

2M ago11:25

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Pastors are not clones of one another. On the contrary, their personalities and preferences can be dramatically different. Jess and Thom examine eight different personality styles of pastors and how they affect their ministries. In this episode, they discuss the second four of eight typologies of pastors. Resources: Chaney & Associates “Eight Typol…

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Different Pastors Are Wired Differently (Part 1) 13:01

2M ago13:01

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Pastors are not clones of one another. On the contrary, their personalities and preferences can be dramatically different. In this first episode, Jess and Thom examine eight different personality styles of pastors and how they affect their ministries. They discuss the first four of eight typologies of pastors. Resources: Chaney & Associates “Eight …

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Podcast 338 -- The Benedict Option Romans 12:1-18 1:03:32

2M ago1:03:32

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We begin a study of Rod Dreher's controversial 2017 book, subtitled "A Strategy for Christians in a Post-Christian Nation." Dreher is not calling for a retreat, rather he says the current times offer an opportunity to regroup around the Benedictine Rules written for Christian monastic living. In the opener of the series, we look at the life and con…

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Can We Predict Future Church Attendance by Race, Age, Gender, Education, and Income? 11:44

2M ago11:44

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While Americans’ demographics can’t always predict future church commitment, a couple of areas are beginning to show some correlation. Jess and Thom examine these two areas. Resources: Chaney & Associates Know Your Community “Why Were People Attending Church More (or Less) in 2022 vs 2020?” by Ryan Burge FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insight…

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Church Members Who Do This One Thing Will Be Your Most Committed Members 12:49

2M ago12:49

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Thom and Jess examine factors that predict church member commitment. You might be surprised that one factor predicts commitment more than others. Resources: Chaney & Associates “Why Were People Attending Church More (or Less) in 2022 vs 2020?” by Ryan Burge Craft Book Publishing FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights The Everything Church Re…

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Do Conservative Christians REALLY Attend Church More Frequently? 12:32

2M ago12:32

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Since 1970, when Dean Kelley wrote “Why Conservative Churches Are Growing,” many people have assumed that conservative Christians attend church more frequently over 50 years later. Thom and Jess provide the facts about this assumption. Resources: Chaney & Associates “Why Conservative Churches Are Growing” by Dean Kelley (affiliate link) Know Your B…

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Podcast 337 -- Spare the Rod? Proverbs 13:24 54:03

2M ago54:03

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The phrase "spare the rod and spoil the child" is not in the Bible. But the Book of Proverbs does address the value of disciplining your children. The fellows discuss whether the Bible endorses corporal punishment or if parents misuse scripture as an excuse to vent their personal frustration and anger on their kids. We also try to interpret "spare …

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Why “The Anxious Generation” May Be One of the Most Important Ministry Books Written – Part 3: Do Churches Stand a Chance of Reaching Gen Z? 10:59

3M ago10:59

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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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Why “The Anxious Generation” May Be One of the Most Important Ministry Books Written – Part 2: The Smartphone is the New Cigarette 11:15

3M ago11:15

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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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How Do Pastors Recover When Something Unexpected, Funny, or Even Tragic Happens During a Worship Service? 42:12

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Podcast 346 -- The Promise of an Abundant Life Jeremiah 29:2-14, John 10:7-10 53:14

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How Several Church Leaders Became Their Own Church Consultant with Great Success 44:33

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Seven Characteristics of Excellent Worship Leaders That Are Often Forgotten: An Interview with Mike Harland 48:03

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Podcast 345 -- "Hey Google, Write My Sunday Sermon" Genesis 11:1-9 1:04:23

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Why and How You Should Create Your Own Church Curriculum 46:36

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Podcast 344 -- Christians vs. Sex 1 Corinthians 7:1-7, Song of Songs 1:2-4 1:07:43

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Seven Important Trends in New Member Classes 48:12

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Podcast 343 -- Modern Witchcraft Deuteronomy 18:10-14, Ephesians 5:11 56:55

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If Your Church Is a Neighborhood Church, Act Like It 12:30

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How to Assimilate People Who Come to Events at Your Church 12:13

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Don’t Fight Sports Leagues – Join Them 12:36

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The Quiet Denomination: Why You Need to Know More about Free Will Baptists 48:49

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Podcast 342 -- When the Gender Reveal Party Is For Your 23-Year-Old Co-Worker Colossians 3:23-24 1:05:02

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Ten Ways a Pastor’s Ministry Has Changed Dramatically in 25 Years 54:16

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Podcast 341 – Education as Christian Formation Proverbs 22:6 1:05:22

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11 Surprising Lessons from a Church Consultant 54:09

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Podcast 340 -- The Christian Village 1 Corinthians 12:12-14 47:17

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An Actual Autopsy of a Real (But Now Closed) Church 51:32

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Podcast 339 -- A Church For All Seasons Ephesians 2:14-22 1:01:31

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Why Are the Pianist and Organist Paid Positions in Many Churches? 10:59

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Different Pastors Are Wired Differently (Part 2) 11:25

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Different Pastors Are Wired Differently (Part 1) 13:01

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Podcast 338 -- The Benedict Option Romans 12:1-18 1:03:32

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Can We Predict Future Church Attendance by Race, Age, Gender, Education, and Income? 11:44

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Church Members Who Do This One Thing Will Be Your Most Committed Members 12:49

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Do Conservative Christians REALLY Attend Church More Frequently? 12:32

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Podcast 337 -- Spare the Rod? Proverbs 13:24 54:03

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Why “The Anxious Generation” May Be One of the Most Important Ministry Books Written – Part 3: Do Churches Stand a Chance of Reaching Gen Z? 10:59

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Why “The Anxious Generation” May Be One of the Most Important Ministry Books Written – Part 2: The Smartphone is the New Cigarette 11:15

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