Raising the Level of Discipleship in a Declined Church
Note: This is a follow-up article to Why Churches Die, Part 4: They Focus on Transformed …
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Replanting
The Great Adventure of Revitalization
It’s a bit cliché, but it’s true: A song changed my life. In the summer of …
Why Churches Die, Part 4: They Focused on Transformed Behavior, Not Transformed Lives
Old Earl* is like many long-time church members who are at the church every time the …
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Why Churches Die, Part 3: Not Applying God’s Word to Their Lives
The lights came on that day in eighth-grade Physical Science class. Our teacher/coach/driver’s ed instructor pushed …
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Depression and Replanting
I am a replanting pastor and I struggle with depression. I don’t think leading a replant …
The Importance of Healthy Ministering Touch
“Touch” is a sticky topic, not only in our culture as a whole, but also in …
Why Churches Die, Part 2: A Pattern of Forced Terminations
You likely know someone who has been forced out of their leadership role at a local …
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4 Imperatives for Personal Growth in the New Year
Happy New Year! I hope you are as excited about 2023 as I am! The beginning …
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Pastors Say Christmas is Most-Attended Holiday
At a previous church, John Dobbs had to take down the wreaths from the front door …
Your Words Are More Powerful Than You Think
“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Words will never …