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10 Basic Principles in Growing a Healthy Church
Between 1999 and 2002 it was my pleasure to begin and complete my doctoral work at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. During this time of study it was also my...
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Why Is My Church Dying?
Why is my church dying? Today is Sunday and while I am writing this blog there have been several hundred congregations that have closed their doors in the past few weeks. Other congregations are...
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Transitions, Part 5: Facing Risk
By the Book or Out of the Box? Two Ways to Face Risk Every ministry adopts rules that are unique to its culture. Members of your team follow those procedures differently. Some embrace risk and break...
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6 Ways to Bring a Church Back to Life
Bringing Your Church Back to Life Why are so many congregations in decline and dying? Not too many years ago I saw a congregation drop in attendance to less than five members. Several pastors were...
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Is Your Church Expectant or Reactive?
Dr. Chuck Lawless was my coach and advisor while working on my doctoral degree at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. I have found many of the articles that he posts on the Thom Rainer blog to be...
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How Do You Get Church People To Work Together?
Church People Working Together The Jethro Ministry journey began with a simple question, “How do you get church people working together as a team?” This question was the result of several other...
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Burnout and Church Responsibility
Burnout and Church Responsibility In the past one hundred years, the church has placed upon its leaders more responsibility than ever before. This type of responsibility can create an environment for...
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From Chaos to Glory
Conflict is all around us. Some minor conflict can actually help people grow. God can even use it to bring glory to Himself as people place their focus back onto Him. Unfortunately, an epidemic of...
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