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The Fear-Driven Church, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Episode 267: Moving Past Plateaus, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Discussion Questions: How does the concept of a ‘hero’s journey’ apply to church leadership or personal transformation? What other “telltale signs” beyond plateauing membership, aging congregations, and stagnant giving might indicate a need for deep change? What are the risks of relying solely on traditional metrics for measuring a church’s health? Have you experienced situations…

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The Church as Shalom Maker, with Terry A. Smith

Episode 266: The Church as Shalom Maker, with Terry A. Smith, author of The Lord Give You Peace

  Powered by youtube embed video generator Discussion Questions: Terry Smith describes Shalom as “the way God intended things to be.” How does this definition expand or challenge your usual understanding of peace? What stood out to you about Terry’s three dimensions of Shalom: holistic well-being, productive flourishing, and happy fulfillment? Which of these resonates…

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Building a Future-Focused Church, with Kara Powell, Jake Mulder, and Raymond Chang

Episode 264: Building a Future-Focused Church, with Kara Powell, Jake Mulder, and Raymond Chang, authors of Future-Focused Church

  Powered by youtube embed video generator Discussion Questions: How do the authors of “Future Focused Church” reconcile the current challenges facing churches with their belief that the best days of the church are ahead? Reflect on the significance of starting with ‘Who’ in the process of church change. Why is it important to gather…

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The Fear-Driven Church, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Episode 263: Why Leaders Need to Listen Before They Lead, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Discussion Questions: What do you think Scott McKnight means by stating “the evangelical world does not have a culture of conversation”? How might the evangelical focus on proclamation over conversation lead to challenges in leadership? Tod Bolsinger talks about the need for leaders to become better listeners. How can leaders practically improve their listening skills?…

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The Fear-Driven Church, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Episode 261: Pressing Against the Darkness, a Quick Conversation with Tod Bolsinger and Markus Watson

Powered by youtube embed video generator Discussion Questions: Understanding Darkness: Mandy Smith speaks about pressing against a darkness that wants to make us quiet and disrupt our sleep. What do you think this “darkness” represents in the context of spiritual leadership? Personal Experience: Tod Bolsinger shared that feelings of depression and insecurity often followed his…

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