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The Icelandic Art of Intuition with Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir | 307 35:19

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We’ve turned intuition into a buzzword—flattened it into a slogan, a gut feeling, or a vague whisper we don’t always know how to hear. But what if intuition is so much more? What if it's one of the most powerful tools we have—and we’ve just forgotten how to use it? In this episode, I’m joined by Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir , Icelandic thought leader, filmmaker, and author of InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times . Hrund has spent over 20 years studying and teaching the science and art of intuition through her TED Talk, Netflix documentary ( InnSæi: The Power of Intuition ), and global work on leadership, innovation, and inner knowing. Together, we explore what intuition really is (hint: not woo-woo), how to cultivate it in a culture obsessed with logic and overthinking, and why your ability to listen to yourself might be the most essential skill you can develop. In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ Why we’ve misunderstood intuition—and how to reclaim it ✅ Practical ways to strengthen your intuitive muscle ✅ What Icelandic wisdom teaches us about inner knowing ✅ How to use intuition during uncertainty and decision-making ✅ Why trusting yourself is an act of rebellion (and power) Intuition isn’t magic—it’s a deep, internal guidance system that already exists inside you. The question is: are you listening? Connect with Hrund: Website: www.hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com TedTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/hrund_gunnsteinsdottir_listen_to_your_intuition_it_can_help_you_navigate_the_future?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare Newsletter: https://hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com/blog/ LI: www.linkedin.com/in/hrundgunnsteinsdottir IG: https://www.instagram.com/hrundgunnsteinsdottir/ Book: InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times Related Podcast Episodes: How To Breathe: Breathwork, Intuition and Flow State with Francesca Sipma | 267 VI4P - Know Who You Are (Chapter 4) Gentleness: Cultivating Compassion for Yourself and Others with Courtney Carver | 282 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Five Reasons Healthy Churches Seek Outside Help 21:57

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Churches can struggle with seeking outside help, even when it’s obvious they need it. Thom and Sam discuss why healthy churches often have outsiders speak into the operations of the church. Healthy churches understand that God’s Kingdom is larger than their particular church. They grasp that they can and will gain valuable insights that they would not have otherwise. Healthy churches understand that leadership development is key to their ongoing health. Thus, they are more likely to send church members to external events for that development. Healthy churches desire to benefit from skilled experts in a very specific area that might not otherwise be available in their own churches. Healthy churches avoid “ruts.” Training, consultations, and conferences offer fresh ideas and approaches. They are no longer bound by “the way they’ve always done it.” Healthy churches have members who are more open-minded to new ideas and approaches without theological and biblical compromise. Resources: Rooted Upward Sports Church Growth Services: Get your free campaign capacity analysis! Church Answers Platinum Membership Comprehensive Church Consultation My Church Staff Know Your Community FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: The Rooted experience can help you create a discipleship culture that connects your people and leads to ongoing life change in Jesus. Rooted is… A proven plan for helping people connect to God, their church, and their purpose A sustainable way to launch groups An approach to discipleship that helps people step out of their comfort zones and experience life-changing rhythms of discipleship An opportunity to change the culture of your church Visit experiencerooted.com/churchanswers for free resources to help you learn more, including the What is Rooted? video and a free download of the Rooted experience framework and Rooted Workbook sample. Upward Sports is the world’s largest Christian youth sports organization, partnering with local churches to use sports as a powerful outreach tool to engage the community. To remind our listeners, Upward offers a variety of league options, including basketball, cheerleading, soccer, flag football, volleyball, baseball, running for adults, and now, pickleball . Partnering with Upward Sports helps your church reach the community, attract young families, and share the Gospel in a meaningful way. Is your church striving to be known as a welcoming space where families come together? Sports can naturally become your invitation. Upward Sports understands this and is ready to help you cultivate that atmosphere. Exciting news from Upward Sports! Pickleball is now available as an Upward sport! Perfect for middle and high schoolers, pickleball is easy to learn, quick to set up, and one of the best ways to keep kids engaged. Whether you’re looking to start a traditional league or a flexible practice-and-play format, Upward Sports is here to help you build a strategy that fits your church. Ready to get started? Schedule a call today and launch a purposeful pickleball ministry in your community! At Upward, they will customize your sports outreach strategy to fit your church’s budget, and community needs because we know one size doesn’t fit all. Already have a thriving outreach ministry? Add sports to further fuel your outreach and connect with even more families. Are you looking to engage new families, bless your community, or mobilize your congregation to serve? Whether you have a gym, field space, or access to a facility, Upward Sports can help. We’re here to support your church in creating a first-class, organized, and intentional outreach ministry that tells families, “You are welcome here!” Whether you’re expanding an existing sports ministry or starting from scratch, explore Upward Sports. With a trusted history of partnering with over 5,000 churches nationwide, Upward stands ready to support you. Schedule your call today at www.Upward.org/ChurchAnswers . The post Five Reasons Healthy Churches Seek Outside Help appeared first on Church Answers .…

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Why Some Pastors Never Experience Church Growth 26:40

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Very few churches are growing, which means most pastors will lead plateaued or declining congregations. Some pastors experience an entire ministry career in no-growth situations. Why does this happen? Josh and Sam discuss several reasons why some pastors never experience church growth. Some pastors are called to difficult churches and are there simply to stop the bleeding. Some pastors are not evangelistic and do not change the culture of their churches. Some pastors are gifted with mediation and stay at churches for a short time to prevent splits. Some pastors shepherd in communities where people are less receptive. Some pastors are able to replace older, dying members with families. These churches get significantly younger but do not increase in number. Resources: The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Churchteams FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: You’ve been in ministry long enough to spot both the obstacles and the opportunities facing your congregation. There must be solutions, but how do you find them? If you are the ministry leader called to champion these issues, Southern Seminary has a problem-solving degree that will guide you to the answers. From the moment you begin your doctor of ministry program at Southern, you will research the issues and start writing about the biblical solutions that will immediately benefit your church. The academic sharpening that comes through your faculty supervisor and doctoral cohorts will strengthen both you and your church . Learn how Southern’s DMin can be an extension of your current ministry, not a distraction from it . The DMin at Southern Seminary will equip you to solve a problem or harness a ministry opportunity that will strengthen you and your church. Learn how at SBTS.edu/solutions . You see the need for systems to follow up on guests, volunteers, pastoral care; but right now that is really sporadic and siloed. Each person doing their own thing and people falling through the cracks. Churchteams will help you build and implement the system you need. Tired of not being able to get the help you need for your software? Churchteams support staff have all served on Church staff. They know the software and they know how churches work. Call, text, set up free support appointments. Integrated. How many different software systems are you using that require sharing people’s data? If 2 or more, you know the challenge and limitations of data in different systems that don’t play well together. Churchteams has all your people data in one place, including your communication data (email, texts, workflows). Ease of use. Do you feel like you should be getting more from your church software, but just can’t get people to use it? Churchteams makes it easy for guests, members, volunteers, and leaders to do everything they need to do including giving without having to create an account. Check it out to learn how. Reports. Are you getting the feedback on your ministry that you need from your database when you need it? Churchteams reports are extremely customizable. Let each staff save the ones they use on their dashboard. Or, schedule it to show up in their inbox. Learn more at Churchteams . The post Why Some Pastors Never Experience Church Growth appeared first on Church Answers .…

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What Is the Right Age to Retire as a Lead Pastor? 25:53

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The average age of a pastor is 60 years old. The question of retirement is one many pastors are asking. Being a lead pastor comes with unique demands and extra attention. Is there an ideal age to retire? Thom and Sam discuss some guidelines for those who are closer to retirement than not. The strength of your voice (and body) is a factor. It’s unwise to hang on for several years for financial reasons. Go do something else. A clear succession plan tends to give you a better final season at a church. The belief your church “needs” you will often hurt the congregation more than you realize. Can you keep up with technology and the new requirements of ministry? The retirement age range for most is between 62 and 72 years old. An interim or revitalization ministry is a solid option. Resources: Rooted Upward Running Brown Church Development Group “The Long-Term Impact of COVID-19 on Worship Attendance (The Real Numbers!)” by Ryan Burge Church Revitalization Certification Interim Pastor Certification 25 Best Christian Leadership Podcasts 100 Best Leadership Podcasts FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: Introducing Upward Running! We’re excited to bring you Upward Running for adults—the newest addition to the Upward Sports family. Offer a 5K Challenge: Inspire your congregation and engage your community with a meaningful running ministry. Upward provides training plans, access to the new RunClub app for run tracking and community building, and a fully customizable package to fit your timeline—led by your dedicated run coach. Simple to Start: All you need is one passionate leader. No facility required—your church parking lot is all it takes to launch this impactful program. Build Stronger Connections: Use running as a way to foster relationships, promote healthy habits, grow spiritually, and expand your church’s outreach. Upward is Here for You: Ready to bring Upward Running to your church? Visit Upward.org/Runcoach to get started today! The Rooted experience can help you create a discipleship culture that connects your people and leads to ongoing life change in Jesus. Rooted is… A proven plan for helping people connect to God, their church, and their purpose A sustainable way to launch groups An approach to discipleship that helps people step out of their comfort zones and experience life-changing rhythms of discipleship An opportunity to change the culture of your church Visit experiencerooted.com/churchanswers for free resources to help you learn more, including the What is Rooted? video and a free download of the Rooted experience framework and Rooted Workbook sample. The post What Is the Right Age to Retire as a Lead Pastor? appeared first on Church Answers .…

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Is Student Ministry Still a Stepping Stone? 27:24

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A generation ago, student ministers would often make the leap to the lead pastor role after a few years. Does this kind of move still happen? If so, is it a good thing or not? Unfortunately, sometimes ministry positions outside of the lead pastor are seen as a lesser role in the life of the church. Josh and Sam break down the good and bad of leaping from student ministry to lead pastor. Good: Student ministry can be a great place to develop leadership skills. Bad: Treating student ministry as a stepping stone perpetuates the “less than” perception. Good: Younger pastors need a place to mature and gain experience. Bad: Overconfidence with success in student ministry can be a recipe for a hard fall in senior roles. Good: God can call people through a progression of roles within the church. Resources: The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Churchteams FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: You’ve been in ministry long enough to spot both the obstacles and the opportunities facing your congregation. There must be solutions, but how do you find them? If you are the ministry leader called to champion these issues, Southern Seminary has a problem-solving degree that will guide you to the answers. From the moment you begin your doctor of ministry program at Southern, you will research the issues and start writing about the biblical solutions that will immediately benefit your church. The academic sharpening that comes through your faculty supervisor and doctoral cohorts will strengthen both you and your church . Learn how Southern’s DMin can be an extension of your current ministry, not a distraction from it . The DMin at Southern Seminary will equip you to solve a problem or harness a ministry opportunity that will strengthen you and your church. Learn how at SBTS.edu/solutions . You see the need for systems to follow up on guests, volunteers, pastoral care; but right now that is really sporadic and siloed. Each person doing their own thing and people falling through the cracks. Churchteams will help you build and implement the system you need. Tired of not being able to get the help you need for your software? Churchteams support staff have all served on Church staff. They know the software and they know how churches work. Call, text, set up free support appointments. Integrated. How many different software systems are you using that require sharing people’s data? If 2 or more, you know the challenge and limitations of data in different systems that don’t play well together. Churchteams has all your people data in one place, including your communication data (email, texts, workflows). Ease of use. Do you feel like you should be getting more from your church software, but just can’t get people to use it? Churchteams makes it easy for guests, members, volunteers, and leaders to do everything they need to do including giving without having to create an account. Check it out to learn how. Reports. Are you getting the feedback on your ministry that you need from your database when you need it? Churchteams reports are extremely customizable. Let each staff save the ones they use on their dashboard. Or, schedule it to show up in their inbox. Learn more at Churchteams . The post Is Student Ministry Still a Stepping Stone? appeared first on Church Answers .…

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The Pastor’s Dilemma: Loving Preaching, Loathing Sermon Prep 29:23

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Do you love to preach but at times loathe sermon prep? Do you find preaching incredibly fulfilling yet preparation frustrating or even overwhelming? If so, you’re not alone. Many pastors struggle with the inefficiency of sermon prep—feeling bogged down by research, unsure how to faithfully interpret Scripture, or intimidated by today’s hot-button topics like politics, gender, and race. Dr. Bruce Clark (PhD. in Biblical Studies, University of Cambridge) from Interpret Consulting joins the show to discuss the common frustrations of sermon prep and explore practical ways to streamline the process while strengthening your preaching skills. Interpret Consulting aims to come alongside busy faithful pastors (in churches of all sizes and stages) and assist them in sermon preparation by helping them strengthen their exegetical skills and tackle today’s seemingly endless sensitive “hot button” issues. Resources: Rooted Upward Sports Interpret Consulting Redemption Seminary FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: The Rooted experience can help you create a discipleship culture that connects your people and leads to ongoing life change in Jesus. Rooted is… A proven plan for helping people connect to God, their church, and their purpose A sustainable way to launch groups An approach to discipleship that helps people step out of their comfort zones and experience life-changing rhythms of discipleship An opportunity to change the culture of your church Visit experiencerooted.com/churchanswers for free resources to help you learn more, including the What is Rooted? video and a free download of the Rooted experience framework and Rooted Workbook sample. Upward Sports is the world’s largest Christian youth sports organization, partnering with local churches to use sports as a powerful outreach tool to engage the community. To remind our listeners, Upward offers a variety of league options, including basketball, cheerleading, soccer, flag football, volleyball, baseball, running for adults, and now, pickleball . Partnering with Upward Sports helps your church reach the community, attract young families, and share the Gospel in a meaningful way. Is your church striving to be known as a welcoming space where families come together? Sports can naturally become your invitation. Upward Sports understands this and is ready to help you cultivate that atmosphere. Exciting news from Upward Sports! Pickleball is now available as an Upward sport! Perfect for middle and high schoolers, pickleball is easy to learn, quick to set up, and one of the best ways to keep kids engaged. Whether you’re looking to start a traditional league or a flexible practice-and-play format, Upward Sports is here to help you build a strategy that fits your church. Ready to get started? Schedule a call today and launch a purposeful pickleball ministry in your community! At Upward, they will customize your sports outreach strategy to fit your church’s budget, and community needs because we know one size doesn’t fit all. Already have a thriving outreach ministry? Add sports to further fuel your outreach and connect with even more families. Are you looking to engage new families, bless your community, or mobilize your congregation to serve? Whether you have a gym, field space, or access to a facility, Upward Sports can help. We’re here to support your church in creating a first-class, organized, and intentional outreach ministry that tells families, “You are welcome here!” Whether you’re expanding an existing sports ministry or starting from scratch, explore Upward Sports. With a trusted history of partnering with over 5,000 churches nationwide, Upward stands ready to support you. Schedule your call today at www.Upward.org/ChurchAnswers . The post The Pastor’s Dilemma: Loving Preaching, Loathing Sermon Prep appeared first on Church Answers .…

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Approval Addiction, People Pleasing, and How Pastors Can Let Go 30:41

19 hari yang lalu30:41

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Most pastors want to be liked and respected by their congregations. This desire is part of the reason they are motivated to serve others. However, approval addiction can become a major barrier to leadership. When people pleasing becomes the priority, pastors often do more harm than good in their congregations. Marty Duren joins Josh and Sam to discuss this important topic. The culture war makes us feel like we have to take a side on every issue. People pleasing feels holy, but it isn’t. Recognize your role is to shepherd, not fix everyone’s problems. Balance the shepherd’s heart with the prophetic voice. Release pressure with strategic silence and fewer words. Stop mixing serving others with performing for others. Receive criticism without internalizing it. Anchor your identity in Christ, not in the approval of others. Check out Marty’s new book! Order The Disparate Ones now! Resources: The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Churchteams “The Disparate Ones” by Marty Duren (affiliate link) FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: You’ve been in ministry long enough to spot both the obstacles and the opportunities facing your congregation. There must be solutions, but how do you find them? If you are the ministry leader called to champion these issues, Southern Seminary has a problem-solving degree that will guide you to the answers. From the moment you begin your doctor of ministry program at Southern, you will research the issues and start writing about the biblical solutions that will immediately benefit your church. The academic sharpening that comes through your faculty supervisor and doctoral cohorts will strengthen both you and your church . Learn how Southern’s DMin can be an extension of your current ministry, not a distraction from it . The DMin at Southern Seminary will equip you to solve a problem or harness a ministry opportunity that will strengthen you and your church. Learn how at SBTS.edu/solutions . You see the need for systems to follow up on guests, volunteers, pastoral care; but right now that is really sporadic and siloed. Each person doing their own thing and people falling through the cracks. Churchteams will help you build and implement the system you need. Tired of not being able to get the help you need for your software? Churchteams support staff have all served on Church staff. They know the software and they know how churches work. Call, text, set up free support appointments. Integrated. How many different software systems are you using that require sharing people’s data? If 2 or more, you know the challenge and limitations of data in different systems that don’t play well together. Churchteams has all your people data in one place, including your communication data (email, texts, workflows). Ease of use. Do you feel like you should be getting more from your church software, but just can’t get people to use it? Churchteams makes it easy for guests, members, volunteers, and leaders to do everything they need to do including giving without having to create an account. Check it out to learn how. Reports. Are you getting the feedback on your ministry that you need from your database when you need it? Churchteams reports are extremely customizable. Let each staff save the ones they use on their dashboard. Or, schedule it to show up in their inbox. Learn more at Churchteams . The post Approval Addiction, People Pleasing, and How Pastors Can Let Go appeared first on Church Answers .…

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The Burge Report: Does Homeschooling Change the Political and Religious Views of Children? 25:03

22 hari yang lalu25:03

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We’ve all heard the stereotypes of homeschooled children. But what does the data say? Ryan Burge joins Sam on the show to discuss the facts. The co-hosts also discuss implications for the church. Homeschooled children are twice as likely to attend church weekly in college as those who attended public school. Homeschooled children are twice as likely to be Protestant Christians compared to children in other public, private, charter, and magnet schools. Surprisingly, the average homeschooled child grows up to be independent regarding political partisanship, and they are middle of the road on political ideology. There is no evidence that they are far right. About 54% of the homeschooled students say they are conservative (and 20% say they are very conservative). Some put themselves on the left side of the continuum, though. 31% of Christian homeschoolers said they were liberal. As homeschooled children become adults, they are more likely to be committed to a church, slightly more conservative, but not particularly partisan in their politics. Resources: Upward Running Bible for Moms Tyndale House Publishers Ryan Burge “The Religion and Politics of Students Who Were Homeschooled” by Ryan Burge “The Great Dechurching: Who’s Leaving, Why Are They Going, and What Will It Take to Bring Them Back?” by Jim Davis, Michael Graham, and Ryan Burge (affiliate link) Church Answers Platinum Membership FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: Introducing Upward Running! We’re excited to bring you Upward Running for adults—Upward Sports first step into adult sports ministry. This sport is hands down, the easiest to get up and “running.” Offer a 5K Challenge: Inspire your congregation and engage your community with a meaningful running ministry. Upward provides training plans, access to the new RunClub app for run tracking and community building, and a fully customizable package to fit your timeline—led by your dedicated run coach. Simple to Start: All you need is one passionate leader. No facility required—your church parking lot is all it takes to launch this impactful program. Build Stronger Connections: Use running as a way to foster relationships, promote healthy habits, grow spiritually, and expand your church’s outreach. Upward is Here for You: Ready to bring Upward Running to your church? Visit Upward.org/Runcoach to get started today! Moms are amazing! They balance family, work, and countless daily challenges. The DaySpring Daily Devotional Bible for Moms was created for real moms with real -life joys and challenges. Short daily devotionals will deepen their awareness of God’s presence and bring them peace, wisdom, strength, encouragement, truth, and more. They’ll be encouraged with daily reminders that God loves them, sees them, and is with them—always! Help moms deepen their awareness of God’s presence with the DaySpring Daily Devotional Bible for Moms . Learn more at BibleforMoms.com . The post The Burge Report: Does Homeschooling Change the Political and Religious Views of Children? appeared first on Church Answers .…

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A Checklist for Making Your First Hire in the Church 27:46

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Most pastors go through the process of hiring someone to help them minister to the church. What should you do for your first hire? Josh and Sam walk through a helpful checklist. Online interest form Initial phone interview Social media check Theology quiz In-person interview Reference check Background check Group interview Resources: The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Churchteams FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: You’ve been in ministry long enough to spot both the obstacles and the opportunities facing your congregation. There must be solutions, but how do you find them? If you are the ministry leader called to champion these issues, Southern Seminary has a problem-solving degree that will guide you to the answers. From the moment you begin your doctor of ministry program at Southern, you will research the issues and start writing about the biblical solutions that will immediately benefit your church. The academic sharpening that comes through your faculty supervisor and doctoral cohorts will strengthen both you and your church . Learn how Southern’s DMin can be an extension of your current ministry, not a distraction from it . The DMin at Southern Seminary will equip you to solve a problem or harness a ministry opportunity that will strengthen you and your church. Learn how at SBTS.edu/solutions . You see the need for systems to follow up on guests, volunteers, pastoral care; but right now that is really sporadic and siloed. Each person doing their own thing and people falling through the cracks. Churchteams will help you build and implement the system you need. Tired of not being able to get the help you need for your software? Churchteams support staff have all served on Church staff. They know the software and they know how churches work. Call, text, set up free support appointments. Integrated. How many different software systems are you using that require sharing people’s data? If 2 or more, you know the challenge and limitations of data in different systems that don’t play well together. Churchteams has all your people data in one place, including your communication data (email, texts, workflows). Ease of use. Do you feel like you should be getting more from your church software, but just can’t get people to use it? Churchteams makes it easy for guests, members, volunteers, and leaders to do everything they need to do including giving without having to create an account. Check it out to learn how. Reports. Are you getting the feedback on your ministry that you need from your database when you need it? Churchteams reports are extremely customizable. Let each staff save the ones they use on their dashboard. Or, schedule it to show up in their inbox. Learn more at Churchteams . The post A Checklist for Making Your First Hire in the Church appeared first on Church Answers .…

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Um, Uh, and You Know: Killer Fillers in Public Speaking 23:12

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Preachers and other public speakers should avoid these fillers in public speaking. Sam and Thom listened to several podcasts and sermons, where they heard these common fillers. Um Uh You know In other words Illustration > main content Weather reports Super excited to be here Anyway(s) Resources: Bible for Moms Tyndale House Publishers Upward Sports Church Answers Central FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: Moms are amazing! They balance family, work, and countless daily challenges. The DaySpring Daily Devotional Bible for Moms was created for real moms with real -life joys and challenges. Short daily devotionals will deepen their awareness of God’s presence and bring them peace, wisdom, strength, encouragement, truth, and more. They’ll be encouraged with daily reminders that God loves them, sees them, and is with them—always! Help moms deepen their awareness of God’s presence with the DaySpring Daily Devotional Bible for Moms . Learn more at BibleforMoms.com . Upward Sports is the world’s largest Christian youth sports organization, partnering with local churches to use sports as a powerful outreach tool to engage the community. To remind our listeners, Upward offers a variety of league options, including basketball, cheerleading, soccer, flag football, volleyball, baseball, running for adults, and now, pickleball . Partnering with Upward Sports helps your church reach the community, attract young families, and share the Gospel in a meaningful way. Is your church striving to be known as a welcoming space where families come together? Sports can naturally become your invitation. Upward Sports understands this and is ready to help you cultivate that atmosphere. Exciting news from Upward Sports! Pickleball is now available as an Upward sport starting April 1st! Perfect for middle and high schoolers, pickleball is easy to learn, quick to set up, and one of the best ways to keep kids engaged. Whether you’re looking to start a traditional league or a flexible practice-and-play format, Upward Sports is here to help you build a strategy that fits your church. Ready to get started? Schedule a call today and launch a purposeful pickleball ministry in your community! At Upward, they will customize your sports outreach strategy to fit your church’s budget, and community needs because we know one size doesn’t fit all. Already have a thriving outreach ministry? Add sports to further fuel your outreach and connect with even more families. Are you looking to engage new families, bless your community, or mobilize your congregation to serve? Whether you have a gym, field space, or access to a facility, Upward Sports can help. We’re here to support your church in creating a first-class, organized, and intentional outreach ministry that tells families, “You are welcome here!” Whether you’re expanding an existing sports ministry or starting from scratch, explore Upward Sports. With a trusted history of partnering with over 5,000 churches nationwide, Upward stands ready to support you. Schedule your call today at www.Upward.org/ChurchAnswers . The post Um, Uh, and You Know: Killer Fillers in Public Speaking appeared first on Church Answers .…

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Going to a Dead Church on Purpose 30:02

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No church should die, but some will die. What if God calls you to a church that just isn’t going to make it? Josh and Sam discuss how pastors can shepherd dying churches. Miracles still happen! If God can save any person, He can save any church. What if the church doesn’t die? How do you prepare emotionally and spiritually to lead a dying congregation? How do you overcome the “wasted time” perspective and keep a healthy mindset? How long should you commit? Resources: The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Churchteams FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: You’ve been in ministry long enough to spot both the obstacles and the opportunities facing your congregation. There must be solutions, but how do you find them? If you are the ministry leader called to champion these issues, Southern Seminary has a problem-solving degree that will guide you to the answers. From the moment you begin your doctor of ministry program at Southern, you will research the issues and start writing about the biblical solutions that will immediately benefit your church. The academic sharpening that comes through your faculty supervisor and doctoral cohorts will strengthen both you and your church . Learn how Southern’s DMin can be an extension of your current ministry, not a distraction from it . The DMin at Southern Seminary will equip you to solve a problem or harness a ministry opportunity that will strengthen you and your church. Learn how at SBTS.edu/solutions . You see the need for systems to follow up on guests, volunteers, pastoral care; but right now that is really sporadic and siloed. Each person doing their own thing and people falling through the cracks. Churchteams will help you build and implement the system you need. Tired of not being able to get the help you need for your software? Churchteams support staff have all served on Church staff. They know the software and they know how churches work. Call, text, set up free support appointments. Integrated. How many different software systems are you using that require sharing people’s data? If 2 or more, you know the challenge and limitations of data in different systems that don’t play well together. Churchteams has all your people data in one place, including your communication data (email, texts, workflows). Ease of use. Do you feel like you should be getting more from your church software, but just can’t get people to use it? Churchteams makes it easy for guests, members, volunteers, and leaders to do everything they need to do including giving without having to create an account. Check it out to learn how. Reports. Are you getting the feedback on your ministry that you need from your database when you need it? Churchteams reports are extremely customizable. Let each staff save the ones they use on their dashboard. Or, schedule it to show up in their inbox. Learn more at Churchteams . The post Going to a Dead Church on Purpose appeared first on Church Answers .…

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Five Ways to Report Truthful Worship Attendance 24:08

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When Sam and Thom research local churches, they inevitably calculate average worship attendance. But how can they tell if it’s accurate or not? They share five ways to be certain. Do not estimate. Do not double count. Do not include online attendance. Have no fewer than two counters. Include everyone on campus, not just those in the worship center. Resources: Upward Running Bible for Moms Tyndale House Publishers Church Growth Services: Get your free campaign capacity analysis! Church Answers Platinum Membership Pew Research Center: “Decline of Christianity in the U.S. Has Slowed, May Have Leveled Off” FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: Introducing Upward Running! We’re excited to bring you Upward Running for adults—Upward Sports first step into adult sports ministry. This sport is hands down, the easiest to get up and “running.” Offer a 5K Challenge: Inspire your congregation and engage your community with a meaningful running ministry. Upward provides training plans, access to the new RunClub app for run tracking and community building, and a fully customizable package to fit your timeline—led by your dedicated run coach. Simple to Start: All you need is one passionate leader. No facility required—your church parking lot is all it takes to launch this impactful program. Build Stronger Connections: Use running as a way to foster relationships, promote healthy habits, grow spiritually, and expand your church’s outreach. Upward is Here for You: Ready to bring Upward Running to your church? Visit Upward.org/Runcoach to get started today! Moms are amazing! They balance family, work, and countless daily challenges. The DaySpring Daily Devotional Bible for Moms was created for real moms with real -life joys and challenges. Short daily devotionals will deepen their awareness of God’s presence and bring them peace, wisdom, strength, encouragement, truth, and more. They’ll be encouraged with daily reminders that God loves them, sees them, and is with them—always! Help moms deepen their awareness of God’s presence with the DaySpring Daily Devotional Bible for Moms . Learn more at BibleforMoms.com . The post Five Ways to Report Truthful Worship Attendance appeared first on Church Answers .…

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Young Pastors Are Rare (Here Is What Happened) 32:38

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The typical age of a pastor is around 60 years old. Young pastors are becoming increasingly rare. What happened? Josh and Sam discuss some demographic realities with the aging pastorate. Part of the issue is the general aging of the United States, but it is not the whole story. The median age of someone in the U.S. is 39, while the typical pastor is around 60. Education expectations are high (and it’s more expensive) while salaries have not kept pace with inflation. The rise of the “Nones” has an impact, especially among younger generations. Many seminaries stopped training for the pastorate and focused more on those who wanted to be professors and teachers. Parachurch ministries are often more attractive for those who want to be in ministry but not go through the drama of serving a church. Pastors’ kids often experience the underbelly of the church first-hand and do not want to follow their parents’ ministry careers. Resources: The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Churchteams FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: You’ve been in ministry long enough to spot both the obstacles and the opportunities facing your congregation. There must be solutions, but how do you find them? If you are the ministry leader called to champion these issues, Southern Seminary has a problem-solving degree that will guide you to the answers. From the moment you begin your doctor of ministry program at Southern, you will research the issues and start writing about the biblical solutions that will immediately benefit your church. The academic sharpening that comes through your faculty supervisor and doctoral cohorts will strengthen both you and your church . Learn how Southern’s DMin can be an extension of your current ministry, not a distraction from it . The DMin at Southern Seminary will equip you to solve a problem or harness a ministry opportunity that will strengthen you and your church. Learn how at SBTS.edu/solutions . You see the need for systems to follow up on guests, volunteers, pastoral care; but right now that is really sporadic and siloed. Each person doing their own thing and people falling through the cracks. Churchteams will help you build and implement the system you need. Tired of not being able to get the help you need for your software? Churchteams support staff have all served on Church staff. They know the software and they know how churches work. Call, text, set up free support appointments. Integrated. How many different software systems are you using that require sharing people’s data? If 2 or more, you know the challenge and limitations of data in different systems that don’t play well together. Churchteams has all your people data in one place, including your communication data (email, texts, workflows). Ease of use. Do you feel like you should be getting more from your church software, but just can’t get people to use it? Churchteams makes it easy for guests, members, volunteers, and leaders to do everything they need to do including giving without having to create an account. Check it out to learn how. Reports. Are you getting the feedback on your ministry that you need from your database when you need it? Churchteams reports are extremely customizable. Let each staff save the ones they use on their dashboard. Or, schedule it to show up in their inbox. Learn more at Churchteams . The post Young Pastors Are Rare (Here Is What Happened) appeared first on Church Answers .…

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How Wedding Ceremonies Are Different Than in the 1990s (A Pastor’s Perspective) 24:16

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Wedding ceremonies today are very different from those of the 1990s. Thom and Sam discuss what’s changed. What’s surprising and what’s not? Some ceremonies are shorter and smaller, while others are more expensive and elaborate. Ceremonies today are less traditional and tend to be more personalized. Everyone is living together. Pre-marital counseling is more important than ever. There are far more people getting married who are older (delaying marriage, divorces, and blended families). Fewer pastors come to the rehearsals and dinners. Fewer weddings take place in the church sanctuary. The photos and videos are far more epic (drones!). Resources: Bible for Moms Tyndale House Publishers Upward Sports Brown Church Development Group Church Answers Central FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: Moms are amazing! They balance family, work, and countless daily challenges. The DaySpring Daily Devotional Bible for Moms was created for real moms with real -life joys and challenges. Short daily devotionals will deepen their awareness of God’s presence and bring them peace, wisdom, strength, encouragement, truth, and more. They’ll be encouraged with daily reminders that God loves them, sees them, and is with them—always! Help moms deepen their awareness of God’s presence with the DaySpring Daily Devotional Bible for Moms . Learn more at BibleforMoms.com . Upward Sports is the world’s largest Christian youth sports organization, partnering with local churches to use sports as a powerful outreach tool to engage the community. To remind our listeners, Upward offers a variety of league options, including basketball, cheerleading, soccer, flag football, volleyball, baseball, running for adults, and now, pickleball . Partnering with Upward Sports helps your church reach the community, attract young families, and share the Gospel in a meaningful way. Is your church striving to be known as a welcoming space where families come together? Sports can naturally become your invitation. Upward Sports understands this and is ready to help you cultivate that atmosphere. Exciting news from Upward Sports! Pickleball is now available as an Upward sport starting April 1st! Perfect for middle and high schoolers, pickleball is easy to learn, quick to set up, and one of the best ways to keep kids engaged. Whether you’re looking to start a traditional league or a flexible practice-and-play format, Upward Sports is here to help you build a strategy that fits your church. Ready to get started? Schedule a call today and launch a purposeful pickleball ministry in your community! At Upward, they will customize your sports outreach strategy to fit your church’s budget, and community needs because we know one size doesn’t fit all. Already have a thriving outreach ministry? Add sports to further fuel your outreach and connect with even more families. Are you looking to engage new families, bless your community, or mobilize your congregation to serve? Whether you have a gym, field space, or access to a facility, Upward Sports can help. We’re here to support your church in creating a first-class, organized, and intentional outreach ministry that tells families, “You are welcome here!” Whether you’re expanding an existing sports ministry or starting from scratch, explore Upward Sports. With a trusted history of partnering with over 5,000 churches nationwide, Upward stands ready to support you. Schedule your call today at www.Upward.org/ChurchAnswers . The post How Wedding Ceremonies Are Different Than in the 1990s (A Pastor’s Perspective) appeared first on Church Answers .…

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Should Churches Share Their Campuses with Other Non-Profits? 29:49

7 weeks yang lalu29:49

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Many church buildings sit empty for a good portion of the week. What are the pros and cons of sharing the campus with other non-profits? Josh and Sam discuss some items to consider before opening your doors to other groups, churches, and ministries. Part of being a good neighbor is hospitality. Sharing the campus can potentially increase community impact and the church’s reputation. Doctrinal alignment is an important part of the decision. Consider the tax implications of charging rent. Formal MoUs or lease agreements are a must. Be aware of legal and insurance issues. Resources: The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Churchteams FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: You’ve been in ministry long enough to spot both the obstacles and the opportunities facing your congregation. There must be solutions, but how do you find them? If you are the ministry leader called to champion these issues, Southern Seminary has a problem-solving degree that will guide you to the answers. From the moment you begin your doctor of ministry program at Southern, you will research the issues and start writing about the biblical solutions that will immediately benefit your church. The academic sharpening that comes through your faculty supervisor and doctoral cohorts will strengthen both you and your church . Learn how Southern’s DMin can be an extension of your current ministry, not a distraction from it . The DMin at Southern Seminary will equip you to solve a problem or harness a ministry opportunity that will strengthen you and your church. Learn how at SBTS.edu/solutions . You see the need for systems to follow up on guests, volunteers, pastoral care; but right now that is really sporadic and siloed. Each person doing their own thing and people falling through the cracks. Churchteams will help you build and implement the system you need. Tired of not being able to get the help you need for your software? Churchteams support staff have all served on Church staff. They know the software and they know how churches work. Call, text, set up free support appointments. Integrated. How many different software systems are you using that require sharing people’s data? If 2 or more, you know the challenge and limitations of data in different systems that don’t play well together. Churchteams has all your people data in one place, including your communication data (email, texts, workflows). Ease of use. Do you feel like you should be getting more from your church software, but just can’t get people to use it? Churchteams makes it easy for guests, members, volunteers, and leaders to do everything they need to do including giving without having to create an account. Check it out to learn how. Reports. Are you getting the feedback on your ministry that you need from your database when you need it? Churchteams reports are extremely customizable. Let each staff save the ones they use on their dashboard. Or, schedule it to show up in their inbox. Learn more at Churchteams . The post Should Churches Share Their Campuses with Other Non-Profits? appeared first on Church Answers .…

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The Burge Report: Everyone Is Having Less Sex (What It Means for the Church) 31:13

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Ryan Burge discusses his most-read research post of the year. Every age group is having less sex than they were a generation ago. Not only has sexual behavior declined among young people, but it has also declined among Evangelicals and other religious groups. What are the implications for the church? How should pastors address this reality, if at all? Marriage rates are falling. People are starting families later. Couples are having fewer children. Biological growth is not as likely in the church as in the past. Are smartphones to blame? Resources: Rooted Upward Running Ryan Burge “The Data is Clear: People Are Having Less Sex” by Ryan Burge Church Answers Central FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights The Hope Initiative Episode Sponsors: The Rooted experience can help you create a discipleship culture that connects your people and leads to ongoing life change in Jesus. Rooted is… A proven plan for helping people connect to God, their church, and their purpose A sustainable way to launch groups An approach to discipleship that helps people step out of their comfort zones and experience life-changing rhythms of discipleship An opportunity to change the culture of your church Visit experiencerooted.com/churchanswers for free resources to help you learn more, including the What is Rooted? video and a free download of the Rooted experience framework and Rooted Workbook sample. Introducing Upward Running! We’re excited to bring you Upward Running for adults—the newest addition to the Upward Sports family. Offer a 5K Challenge: Inspire your congregation and engage your community with a meaningful running ministry. Upward provides training plans, access to the new RunClub app for run tracking and community building, and a fully customizable package to fit your timeline—led by your dedicated run coach. Simple to Start: All you need is one passionate leader. No facility required—your church parking lot is all it takes to launch this impactful program. Build Stronger Connections: Use running as a way to foster relationships, promote healthy habits, grow spiritually, and expand your church’s outreach. Upward is Here for You: Ready to bring Upward Running to your church? Visit Upward.org/Runcoach to get started today! The post The Burge Report: Everyone Is Having Less Sex (What It Means for the Church) appeared first on Church Answers .…

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