Episode 240: Church Size Dynamics
Different size churches experience different cultural and communal dynamics. Different size churches need different kinds of leadership, as well. On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ross Ferguson talk about how church size affects church experience and church ministry.
Episode 239: The Great De-Churching
We are currently experiencing the largest and fastest religious shift in US history. It is greater than the First and Second Great Awakening and every revival in our country combined…but in the opposite direction. On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson chats with Jim Davis and Michael Graham, co-authors of the new book The Great Dechurching: Who’s Leaving, Why Are They Going, and What Will It Take to Bring Them Back?, about the eye-opening and challenging findings of the first-ever large-scale sociological research study of the American de-churching phenomenon. Maybe your assumptions about why people are leaving the church in massive numbers will be subverted, as well. Davis and Graham provide key insights to the challenge and applicational takeaways for evangelicals and church leaders in rising to the challenge. Find out more info at dechurching.com
Young People, Church Membership Isn’t Optional
Whether you’re in college or out, reject the idea that committing to a local church is something only to be done when you’re older, more “established,” or in the life stage of having a family.
Jonathan Leeman on Church Discipline
Series: Conversations
FTC.co asks Jonathan Leeman, editorial director for 9Marks,”What do most Christians not know about church discipline?”
The Pronouns Preach: Lessons on the Glory of the Church
Among so much that Paul wishes to say to these people, one thing stands out in the book of Ephesians—although they came from extremely diverse backgrounds, they must learn to live together as believers.
Seminary Is Not For You
Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 2:4-5 Little children, keep yourselves from idols. – 1 John 5:21 This August, I began my third year of seminary. So many things about […]
Clint Pressley On Leading Big Change
Series: Conversations
FTC.co asks Clint Pressley, lead pastor of Hickory Grove Baptist Church in Charlotte, NC, “How do you lead big change in a church without blowing it up?”
A Plea to Church Members: Give Your Pastor Grace
Series: Pastoral Ministry Collection
I tell you all of this to offer a simple plea in these strange times: give your pastor grace.
Why the Church?
Christ is the head of the church. And he does not have out-of-body experiences. To submit to the authority of Jesus Christ over your life is to live in fellowship with the church.
3 Ways to Turn Against Your Pastor
Series: Pastoral Ministry Collection
These dangers are possible in every church, because every church is made up of sinners — both pastors and laypeople alike.