Church Tips – Growth Strategies for Pastors & Ministry Leaders

091 - Leading in the Moment

November 25, 2020 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.41 MB

Have you ever had a situation in ministry where, after having gone through it, you look back and said, 'man, if I would have just taken care of this a while back, I would have been in a way better position"? In reality, there are often moments in time where we can do things to prevent future situations from occurring if we just lead through them properly in the moment. In today's episode, we're going to talk to you about how to take action now and prevent future situations from occurring in ...

090 - Elevating Evangelism

November 23, 2020 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.18 MB

Hey, we don't do that evangelism thing around here. I mean, that's kind of old school. Nobody says that. But the reality is the actions of a boatload of churches scream that. So, how does a pastor actually elevate evangelism in the minds of their people? Well, in today's Church Tips Podcast, we're going to talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/090-elevating-evangelism/

089 - Top 3 Areas of Ministry Improvement

November 20, 2020 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.85 MB

Everything at church is important, right? Everything merits improvement, right? But if I had to narrow it down to the top three areas where I could improve ministry, what would those three areas be? Well, in today's Church Tips Podcast, we're going to talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/089-top-3-areas-of-ministry-improvement/

088 - How a Pastor Addresses Social Culture Issues

November 18, 2020 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.59 MB

William Wilberforce, Abraham Lincoln and Rosa Parks: three people who entered the culture wars of their era. Looking through the lens of history, it can look clean and easy. But when you're in the heat of the battle, when the culture war is swirling around you, it is not that easy. How does a believer and how does the pastor address the issues? In today's church tips episode, we're going to talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great r...

087 - Dealing with Ethical Violations

November 16, 2020 06:00 - 11 minutes - 7.6 MB

Have you ever faced a situation in the church where there was an ethical violation of some sort, and you had to deal with the situation and bring resolve to it? Whether it's a board member, staff member, or key volunteer leader, the reality is, there are times where this may occur. In today's episode, we're going to talk about how to deal with a person when they face this type of ethical violation, and what you can do to move forward. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and d...

086 - Dick's One Thing to Grow the Church

November 13, 2020 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.9 MB

You know, I've been listening to these church tips podcast for a while now. And I really love the content. So practical, but at the end of the day, what is the one thing that Dick Hardy would say I need to do to help grow this church? Well, stay tuned. We're going to talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/086-dicks-one-thing-to-grow-the-church/ Other Episodes to Check Out: https://le...

086 - Dicks One Thing to Grow the Church

November 13, 2020 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.9 MB

You know, I've been listening to these church tips podcast for a while now. And I really love the content. So practical, but at the end of the day, what is the one thing that Dick Hardy would say I need to do to help grow this church? Well, stay tuned. We're going to talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/086-dicks-one-thing-to-grow-the-church/ Other Episodes to Check Out: https://le...

085 - Position the Church for Growth

November 11, 2020 06:00 - 11 minutes - 7.86 MB

Have you ever wondered if you are doing the right things to position the church for growth? Well, there's a lot of things you can do, but there's certain things that are the best things to do. In today's episode, we're going to share with you the number one tip to position the church for growth. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/085-position-the-church-for-growth/

084 - Church Boards

November 09, 2020 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.01 MB

It's a great idea and it's really going to help move the church forward like never before! You're going to see growth as a result of doing this very thing! But now, board member Bob comes up and says, "we've never done it that way before." What are you going to do? Well, in today's episode, we're going to talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/084-church-boards/

083 - 5 Tips to Recruiting Kids Workers

November 06, 2020 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7.06 MB

Do you find that it always feels like you have a need for more kids workers? It's like you can never get all the slots filled for each weekend for the Wednesday night services or for whatever events you're putting on. Well, it doesn't have to be that way. In today's episode, we're going to talk about five tips to help in recruiting of children's workers. So that positions are always filled, and you're able to give the best ministry possible for your kids. Read the full transcript, watch the...

082 - Parenting in Ministry

November 04, 2020 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.7 MB

Have you ever found yourself chasing around in ministry and you're just busy, busy, busy? Meetings, meetings and more meetings and all the stuff that's going on with ministry. And then you have a spouse who's wanting you to be at home while you've got young kids that you need to take care of. How do you juggle all this stuff? Well, in today's episode, we're going to talk about how to be a young parent, and still be involved in ministry and do both with excellence. Read the full transcript, ...

081 - Pastor Balance

November 02, 2020 06:00 - 11 minutes - 8.03 MB

Okay, the kids and the fam are all loaded up in the van ready to go for the 50 mile trek down the road for the long awaited vacation. I mean, everybody's ready. And then the phone call comes in, that a longtime member of the church has just passed away, and they want you. What are you gonna do? What's your family going to do? Well, in today's episode, we're gonna talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leade...

080 - Church Governance

October 30, 2020 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.35 MB

Church governance. Who needs it? I mean, I'm called of God to lead this church, I'll just do it and let the chips fall where they may. Well, that might not work out real well for you. The governance of the church is meant to help you, not bind you. In today's episode of the Church Tips Podcast, we're going to talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/080-church-governance/

079 - Landing the Plane

October 28, 2020 06:00 - 14 minutes - 9.71 MB

Have you ever struggled to land the plane when you're preaching a sermon? You've got great content, you've worked so hard to put it all together, and as you're delivering it comes time for the ending when you're supposed to give the call to action for people to be able to move forward. And what do you say? And how do you know what to do? And how can you make sure to land it in a way that's going to be memorable and helpful for them as they leave that day? Well, in today's episode, we're goin...

078 - Sermon Body

October 26, 2020 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Okay, I know exactly where I'm going to start this sermon. And frankly, I think I've got a great ending. But building the body of the message, man, I've got to get the good content to make this message, the best it can possibly be. I mean, where in the world am I gonna start with that? Well, in today's episode of the Church Tips podcast, we're going to talk about exactly that. Read the Transcript Here - https://leaders.church/podcast/078-sermon-body/

077 - Sermon Intros

October 23, 2020 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Every week you start with a blank page. You've got to figure out, what's the hook? What's the illustration? What's the thing that's going to get people on the same page as you prepare for the Word of God to be delivered to people. So as you're putting that together, and as you prepare to deliver that on every weekend, what is it that's going to help people get prepared for the Word of God that you are going to deliver to them? Well, in today's episode, we're going to talk about some tips and...

076 - Dick's All Time Favorite Sermons

October 21, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Wow, that was a great sermon pastor. I really can't remember what it was exactly all about. But it was great. You've heard that before. Maybe you've said it before. Well, today's episode of church tips, I want to talk to you about my three all time favorite, most memorable sermons. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/076-dicks-all-time-favorite-sermons/

075 - How To Know if Your Small Groups Are Making Disciples

October 19, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.94 MB

Are the small groups in your church really helping make disciples? Are people growing in their faith? Or are the small groups more just connecting points for people? That's the question so many churches are asking. How to determine if people are growing in their walk with God is a critical part of knowing the success of your small group ministry. So in today's episode, we're gonna talk about how to know if your small group ministry is helping make disciples.

074 - Why You Should Not Strive for a Culture of Excellence

October 16, 2020 06:00 - 8 minutes - 6 MB

Have you ever heard a pastor tell you that their church set out to have a culture of excellence? In this episode, we're going to unpack why you should not strive to create a culture of excellence for your church.

073 - What Data to Measure in Ministry

October 14, 2020 06:00 - 14 minutes - 9.81 MB

Have you ever heard the saying "numbers are everything?" Well, the fact is, that is very true. It doesn't matter whether it's sports, business, politics, whatever it is, people are measuring stuff all the time. And the same is true for the church. So in today's episode, we're going to talk about what data to measure in ministry. And when you do this, it's going to help position you for greater growth, greater participation, and more influence in your community. Read the full transcript, wa...

072 - How to Fire a Church Volunteer

October 12, 2020 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.33 MB

You worked and worked and worked to get this volunteer to serve in ministry, and now they're not cutting it. What in the world are you going to do? Can you fire a volunteer? Well, in this episode, we're going to talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/072-how-to-fire-a-church-volunteer/ CMU FALL ENROLLMENT: https://churchmarketinguniversity.com/enrollment/?cookieUUID=438df868-961b-406...

071 - Plan Your Experience

October 09, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Do you ever wonder what people outside the church think of you inside the church? I mean, they're thinking about coming to church, but they don't know what that experience is going to be. I'm telling you, in this episode, we're going to talk about the very things you need to do to help people who don't know about the church feel comfortable. We want them to enjoy the church and have an experience, whether it's digital or in person, that they'll never forget. Read the full transcript, watch ...

070 - How CMU Will Help You Reach More People

October 07, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.88 MB

Were you called by the Lord to lead a just a quiet little life with a few folks that come to church from time to time? Or were you called to lead a thriving, vibrant community of believers that does outreach and touches your community in ways that no one has ever done? You and I both know the answer to that. To get you to that point, we're going to talk about that very thing in this particular episode. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here...

How CMU Will Help You Reach More People

October 07, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.88 MB

Were you called by the Lord to lead a just a quiet little life with a few folks that come to church from time to time? Or were you called to lead a thriving, vibrant community of believers that does outreach and touches your community in ways that no one has ever done? You and I both know the answer to that. To get you to that point, we're going to talk about that very thing in this particular episode. CMU ENROLLMENT: https://churchmarketinguniversity.com/enrollment/?cookieUUID=b688dc9f-f36...

069 - 3 Steps to Evaluate the Merits of a New Ministry in the Church

October 05, 2020 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.84 MB

Have you ever wondered if you should start a new ministry at the church? Maybe you've had someone come up to you with an idea that they thought would be a great idea for the church. Maybe you've got some ideas of things you could do at the church. Well, how do you know if you should actually start that ministry? Well, in today's episode, we're going to share three ways to help you determine if you should start that new ministry. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discove...

068 - How to Know When to Hire a Church Employee

October 02, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 7.6 MB

You ever wonder why it is that the church grows faster than you have money to staff it? I mean, you'd think the Lord would kind of flip that and make it easier to make the decision or when to hire. Well, today's episode of Church Tips podcast, we're going talk about exactly that subject and help you get there. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/068-how-to-know-when-to-hire-a-church-employee/

067 - 5 Ways to Identify More Church Volunteers

September 30, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.37 MB

Have you ever looked around the church on a Sunday morning, just seeing all the same people, wondering where are you going to find some new volunteers to help you do the ministry that you want to do? Well, in today's episode, we're going to help you to identify five ways that you can find more church volunteers, so that you're not dipping into the same well of people all the time. And you're getting new people involved in the ministry, ultimately helping you advance the ministry of the churc...

066 - Determining Whether Vision is From You or From God

September 28, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.71 MB

I think I heard from God... Or was that just the bad pizza from last night? How do I really know if it's from God or if my own thoughts are getting in the way? Well, that's exactly what we're going to talk about in this episode of the Church Tips podcast. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/066-determining-whether-vision-is-from-you-or-from-god/

065 - Should Churches Allow Staff to Have Side Hustles

September 25, 2020 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.43 MB

What do you do if you have a staff person at the church who wants to work a side hustle? Should you allow them to do it? Are they not allowed to do it? They need to make a little extra money. The church can't afford to give them the resources they need. So, should they do this side hustle? That's a question some churches are facing. And in today's episode, we're going to debate the pros and cons of this situation and help you determine the best decision moving forward. Read the full transcr...

064 - Importance of a Clean Exterior of the Church Building

September 23, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.25 MB

Who cares what the church building looks like? The church is the people anyway. And if you're focused in on the building, you're focused in on material things. Well, if that's the way you're thinking, this episode of the Church Tips Podcast is going to push your buttons. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/064-importance-of-a-clean-exterior-of-the-church-building/

063 - Digital Content vs Digital Community and Participation vs Spectators

September 21, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.23 MB

You know, even during COVID, there are churches that are thriving, there are churches that are flat, and there are churches slipping. All of us want to be a church that's thriving. What are some things that are happening in churches that are thriving, while maybe 25% to 50% of the people are showing up in person? What is it a church can do to really energize and build community during this time so that when we come out of this thing, we're bigger, better and stronger than ever before? Stay t...

062 - The 12-Month Marketing Plan

September 18, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.79 MB

Hey, have you ever found yourself at a point where you say man, we need to promote this event coming up? Oh my goodness, we got something going on this fall, January's coming,. We gotta promote! You know, you find yourself just spinning your wheels! Promote this, promote this. Wouldn't it be great if you could actually have a 12-month plan together that could actually walk you step by step through the whole essence of marketing your church? There are great things happening in your church and...

061 - Where To Spend Your Church Marketing Dollars

September 16, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

You look around at all these other churches in your community, and they're everywhere. Every time you turn around, you see them. And then there's your church, nowhere to be found. Where do these people get all this money to do this? And if I did have some money, where's the best place for me to spend those dollars to be able to communicate what's happening in our church? Well, stay tuned for this episode. That's exactly what we're going to talk about. Read the full transcript, watch the vi...

060 - How to Communicate Budget Cuts To Staff

September 14, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

Budget cuts. Oh man, I just hate to even deal with those. But during this era of COVID, it seems like that's all we do. Now, here's the deal, it's one thing to do those budget cuts. It's something entirely different to communicate those cuts to the good staff and volunteers who worked and serve your church to make it move forward. How do you do that? That's exactly what we're going to talk about on this episode of the Church Tips podcast. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, ...

059 - How To Avoid Being a Defensive Leader

September 11, 2020 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MB

Have you ever worked for someone that was very defensive? I mean, you want to tell that person to get a life, relax, come on, ease up. But time and time again, they get defensive and it's frustrating. Well, today on the Church Tips podcast, we're going to talk about exactly how you can avoid being a defensive leader so that you don't react this way towards others. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/059-h...

058 - Why Have Prayer Meetings

September 09, 2020 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.74 MB

There's all kinds of stereotypes about prayer meetings. I mean, some people think they're long, they're boring, they're too sleepy. And then there's other people who think that they're wild and they're out of control. Well, is it possible that there could be another way? And why should we even have prayer meetings in the first place? Well, stay tuned, because in this episode, we're going to talk about just that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great re...

057 - What Qualifies a Pastor To Be a Pastor

September 07, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.87 MB

Have you ever questioned your call to ministry? I mean, you wonder, are you really doing what you're supposed to be doing? Or maybe you're not in full time ministry yet and you're asking, am I really qualified to be a pastor? Well, in this episode, we're going to talk about specific qualifications it takes to be a pastor. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/057-what-qualifies-a-pastor-to-be-a-pastor/

056 - Paying Stipends to Key People

September 04, 2020 06:00 - 11 minutes - 7.82 MB

Have you ever said to yourself, "if we just had a little more money, we could hire someone full time?" Well, the reality is churches can't always do that, but they can compensate people in different ways. In today's episode, we're going to talk about how a church can stipend some people and the reasons why they should consider doing so. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/056-paying-stipends-to-key-people/

055 - That One Single Powerful Force that Holds You Back

September 03, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.99 MB

Have you ever had a moment when you thought to yourself, "yeah, that really was a pretty good sermon I just did."? if we're not careful, this can be a dangerous place to be. In fact, it's arguably the greatest single force that holds people back in ministry. Well, in today's episode, we're going to share what that is, and how to ensure it doesn't get the best of you. Transcript coming soon...

054 - How to Lead on Full (and not Empty)

September 02, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.86 MB

If you feel like the demands of your church have you running non stop, then it's time to fill up. You see, you can't effectively lead the ministry when you're running on an empty gas tank. Instead, you need lead on full, and not empty, so that you can continue to give 100% to the church. In today's episode, we'll show you how. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/054-how-to-lead-on-full-and-not-empty/

053 - 2 Ways To Do More and Better Ministry without More of Your Time

September 01, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.71 MB

Have you ever wondered what it'd be like to have 30 hours in a day? I mean, just think of what you could do ministry wise. Well, those hours don't exist, but a way to do more and better ministry in the real 24 hours does exist. And we're going to show you how in today's Church Tips episode. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/053-2-ways-to-do-more-and-better-ministry-without-more-of-your-time/

052 - The Key to Avoid Ministry Burnout

August 31, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.43 MB

71% of pastors report being extremely stressed or highly stressed, and 90% work 55 to 75 hours per week feeling fatigued and worn out every single week. So how do you get off the treadmill and get some of your energy and time back? Well stay tuned because in this episode, we're going to give you the one principle that's going to help you stay on your A game and get refreshed all the time. Show Notes: Book Mentioned - Leading on Empty - Wayne Cordeiro Read the full transcript, watch the vid...

051 - How Your Ministry is a Reflection of You

August 28, 2020 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.09 MB

Have you ever found yourself thinking that you'd never do or say something that your parents did, only to find yourself doing that exact thing? Very often, people are a mirror of their parents. The same is true in the church. In today's episode, we're going to take a look at how the ministry that you lead is a reflection of you and what that means for you today. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/051-how-...

050 - The #1 Reason Why You Need to Develop Leaders ASAP

August 27, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.22 MB

In the church world, we often hear about the need to develop leaders, but most of the time, the reasons and methods people share for why this is so important actually miss the mark. That's why in today's episode, we're going to break down the number one reason why you need to develop leaders at your church. And you've got to do it ASAP. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/050-the-1-reason-why-you-need-to-...

049 - Major changes to Leaders.Church & Why You Should Join Now

August 26, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

Change is a part of life. Sometimes we like it. Sometimes we don't. But today is a day of great news because some things are changing here and leaders.church. So in today's episode, we're going to talk with you about these new exciting changes at leaders.church, and why you'll want to capitalize on these changes today. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/049-major-changes-to-leaders-church-and-why-you-sh...

048 - Traits of Growing Churches

August 25, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.82 MB

Have you ever wondered why it is that some churches seemed to grow all the time and others don't? Well, in today's episode, we're going to look at specific traits of growing churches. And when a church has these traits in place, it positions them for growth and greater influence. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/048-traits-of-growing-churches/

047 - Cultures of Growing Churches

August 24, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.31 MB

What's the magic formula? I mean, I've seen it happen where some churches have it. Others don't have it. What is it? Why is a pastor successful in one church and one city, moves to another one, and bombs completely? Well, we're going to talk about exactly that in this episode of Church Tips. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/047-cultures-of-growing-churches/

046 - 3 Steps to Becoming a Better Pastor

August 21, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.79 MB

Have you ever felt stuck as a pastor? Just sort of going through life and not really able to figure out what to do to move the ministry forward? You try all kinds of things, but nothing seems to work. Well in today's episode, we're going to share three steps to becoming a better pastor. When you do these three things. It'll pave the way for the best days ever in ministry. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podca...

045 - 4 Reasons Why Taking Inventory of Yourself Moves the Church Forward

August 20, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.71 MB

So often, as pastors, it's go go go all the time. I mean, we moved from sermon prep, to preaching, to counseling appointment, to conflict management, not to mention all the other things that you do on a weekly basis. Ministry keeps on moving. But are you stopping long enough to take care of yourself? Well, in today's episode, we're going to look at four reasons why taking an inventory of yourself moves the church forward, and helps you actually do more and better ministry. Read the full tr...

044 - How to Communicate Vision to Millennials and Gen Z

August 19, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.52 MB

Wouldn't you love it if everyone got your vision the way you get it? Now you have these millennials and Gen Z's coming along. How in the world do you communicate vision to them? Well, in this episode of Church Tips, we're going to talk about exactly that. Read the full transcript, watch the video version, and discover more great resources here: https://leaders.church/podcast/044-how-to-communicate-vision-to-millennials-and-gen-z/