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Church Consultant Pop Quiz: Real-World Solutions for Made-Up Churches
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 251 Ever wondered what it's like to step into the shoes of a church consultant? Well, you're in luck! We're about to embark on a journey through three hypothetical church scenarios, each crafted by AI to represent real...
Love Thy Political Neighbor: A Faith-Based Approach to Healthy Discourse
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 250 In a time of heightened political tension and divisive rhetoric, Christians face a unique challenge: How can we engage in healthy political discourse while staying true to our faith and maintaining integrity as...
Big Hospitality in Small Spaces
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 249 When it comes to church hospitality, size doesn't always matter. Many churches, particularly those with older or smaller facilities, often feel limited in their ability to create a warm, welcoming environment for guests....
Five Barriers to Effective Decision-Making in Church
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 248 Effective decision-making is a cornerstone of successful church leadership. As pastors, elders, and ministry leaders, we are regularly called upon to make choices that significantly impact our congregations and...
Improving Church Health Through Annual Check-Ups
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 247 The heart of every church beats with a profound commitment to nurturing spiritual growth and cultivating a thriving community. By their very essence, churches strive to create a sacred space where individuals can...
Summer Break: Why Rest is Critical for Healthy Pastors
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 246 Pastors stand as pillars within our communities, tirelessly dedicating themselves to guiding their congregations through spiritual journeys and life's inevitable challenges. Their role mirrors the biblical call to...
Leadership Pipeline Deep Dive: Overcoming Obstacles in Pipeline Implementation
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 245 In the previous articles, we have explored the importance of having a well-defined leadership pipeline and the three-step process of assessing, training, and launching leaders. We have seen how these components work...
Leadership Pipeline Deep Dive: The 3-Step Process: Assessing, Training, and Launching Leaders
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 244 In the previous articles, we discussed the importance of having a clear leadership pipeline and defined the various levels of leadership within the church. We explored the critical role that each level plays in the...
The Critical Role of Core Competencies for Leadership
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 243 This week, we continue our deep dive into Leadership Pipeline Design. In the first week, we explored why every church needs a leadership pipeline. Last week, we detailed the various levels of leadership and why it's...
Levels of Leadership: The Foundation of Leadership Pipeline
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 242 In last week’s article, we explored the crucial role that a leadership pipeline plays in the health and growth of a church. We discussed the biblical basis for leadership development, the need for intentional leadership...
Why Every Church Needs a Leadership Pipeline
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 241 Leadership is a critical component of any thriving church. From the earliest days of the church, God has called and equipped leaders to guide, shepherd, and oversee His people. The apostle Paul, in his letter to the...
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Five Misconceptions About Church Revitalization
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 240 In today's rapidly changing world, the need for church revitalization has become increasingly evident. As societal shifts and cultural dynamics evolve, many churches find themselves struggling to remain relevant and...
Communicating God’s Word in an Election Year
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 239 As election season approaches, pastors across the nation find themselves faced with a unique challenge: how to effectively communicate God's word in a highly charged political climate. In a time when emotions run high,...
Why God Uses Small Ministries to Make a Big Impact
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 238 In the book of Judges, we find the story of Gideon, a man chosen by God to lead Israel against the oppressive Midianites. Gideon, who considered himself the least of his family and his clan the weakest in Israel, was an...
Building Your Strategic Planning Dream Team
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 237 When it comes to church revitalization and leadership pipeline work, strategic planning teams play a crucial role. These teams are the foundation of any successful initiative, providing a collaborative environment for...
Developing a Discipleship Pathway for Kids and Students
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 236 Discipleship is at the heart of the church's mission, and this calling extends to every member of the congregation, regardless of age. While many churches have a well-defined discipleship pathway for adults, it is...
The Importance of Succession Planning for Long-Term Church Health
In the life of every church, there comes a time when leadership must be passed from one generation to the next. Whether due to retirement, a change in calling, or unexpected circumstances, pastoral transitions are inevitable. However, many churches find themselves...
The Senior Pastor Demographic Cliff: Why Churches are in Danger & How to Fix It
The church in North America is hurtling towards a demographic cliff, and too few congregations are noticing the coming catastrophe. Not only are America’s pastors aging out of the ministry, but there are too few pastors-in-training to take their place. It’s not...
The Common Failure Point in Church Revitalization: Key Insights for Implementation Success
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 233 Although there are multiple points of church revitalization failure, the title is written in the singular because all the points below relate to one very important aspect of the revitalization process - implementation....
Building a High Impact Groups Ministry
This week on The Church Revitalization Podcast, Adam Erlichman, founder of Build Groups, and author of Group Leader Training, was our guest. In this episode, we dove deep into all things Groups Ministry. We explored what makes a Groups ministry thrive, how it can...
The Art of Setting Vision Indicators for Church Growth
The Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 230 Imagine you're on a flight across the ocean. You're moving, sure, but are you headed in the right direction? Are you making good time, or are you just meandering along, possibly even circling back on yourself? This is...
Good News Or Bad News? Reacting To The Latest Data On Baptisms
In a recent study conducted by Lifeway Research, intriguing patterns have emerged regarding baptism practices among Southern Baptist congregations, especially in the context of the ongoing pandemic. The study, which meticulously gathered data from the Annual Church...
Three Reasons to Become a Church Consultant (and One Reason You Shouldn’t)
Going on the journey to being a church consultant, or a "Guide" as we call it at The Malphurs Group, is more than a career choice—it's a calling. Before I joined the leadership team, my path began in the trenches, working directly with churches across the United...