How to Handle “We’ve Always Done It This Way” in Your Church

How to Handle “We’ve Always Done It This Way” in Your Church

by | Mar 11, 2026 | Church Culture, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Communication, Culture, Disciple Making, Great Commission, Leadership, Mission, Podcast, Strategic Planning, The Malphurs Group, Vision

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 331- Church Change Resistance Every church leader has heard it. Someone raises a hand, furrows a brow, and says the words that stop momentum cold: “We’ve always done it this way.” It sounds like a...
Four Church Communication Mistakes that Kill Momentum

Four Church Communication Mistakes that Kill Momentum

by | Jan 14, 2026 | Church Consulting, Church Culture, Church Governance, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Communication, Events, Leadership, Podcast, The Malphurs Group

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 323- Church Communication Mistakes Clear communication drives everything in church ministry. When leaders communicate effectively, people understand the vision, engage in spiritual growth opportunities, and connect...
Why Your Church’s Values Don’t Match Your Budget (And What to Do About It)

Why Your Church’s Values Don’t Match Your Budget (And What to Do About It)

by | Jan 7, 2026 | Church Finances, Church Governance, Church Growth, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Evaluations, Finance, Leadership, Podcast, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, The Malphurs Group, Values

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 322- Church budget and Values Your budget reveals your real values—not your value statement. Here’s how to align your spending with your stated priorities. Walk into almost any church and you’ll find a...
5 Reasons Church Revitalization Fails (And How to Avoid Them)

5 Reasons Church Revitalization Fails (And How to Avoid Them)

by | Dec 3, 2025 | Church Consulting, Church Governance, Church Health, Church Revitalization, Communication, Leadership, Podcast, Strategic Planning, The Malphurs Group

The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 319- Why Revitalization Fails Church revitalization holds incredible promise for declining congregations. Yet despite the best intentions, passionate leaders, and countless hours invested, many revitalization efforts...