Rescuing Churches with Stan Givens
205 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsA weekly discussion on church revitalization and pastoral life with 6:14 Ministries founder and Executive Director Stan Givens.
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On The Shepherds' Summit 2022
March 26, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh preview this year's Shepherds' Summit pastoral conference scheduled to be held April 28-30 at Northside Bible Church. Links mentioned in this episode: Shepherds' Summit 2022 page Shepherds' Summit 2022 registration and payment Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On A Community Footprint of Love
March 11, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss why and how every healthy local church should have a footprint of love within its community. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On A Room Full of Everything
March 01, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss why it's so critical and necessary for pastors to remember that on any given Sunday they could have believers, unbelievers, mature Christians, or carnal Christians in the room. Resources mentioned in this episode: "He That Is Spiritual" by Lewis Sperry Chafer— available on Amazon here. Also available on christianbook.com here. Support the show Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614re...
On Dealing With Criticism
February 15, 2022 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss Josh's recent blog post: "Deal With Criticism Like A Seasoned Specialist, Not A Blubbering Baby." Several of these tips apply to ministry leadership in general, not just leadership in Church Communications: First, do nothing. Take a deep breath and chill out. Ask yourself if the criticism is actually true. Ask yourself how Jesus would respond. Don't take the criticism personally. Be personable, engaging, and relational when you respond. Y...
On Dealing With Criticism
February 15, 2022 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss Josh's recent blog post: "Deal With Criticism Like A Seasoned Specialist, Not A Blubbering Baby." Several of these tips apply to ministry leadership in general, not just leadership in Church Communications: First, do nothing. Take a deep breath and chill out. Ask yourself if the criticism is actually true. Ask yourself how Jesus would respond. Don't take the criticism personally. Be personable, engaging, and relational when you respond. Y...
On Defense, Defense, Defense
February 08, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBThis week on the show, Stan & Josh discuss why it's important for pastors to be prepared and "on guard" against the attacks that not only come from the Enemy, but also those that occur within the Church and the attacks from the culture. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Student Ministry In Today's Culture (with Neal McKinney)
February 01, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBStan and Josh are joined via Zoom by Youth & Young Adults Pastor Neal McKinney of First Baptist Punta Gorda, Florida to discuss our current culture's effect on youth ministry. Together the guys cover everything from the impact of COVID to the recent trends, cultural divides, and much more. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: "Artificial Maturity" by Tim Elmore "Artificial Maturity" also available on Amazon "Family Ministry Field Guide" by Timothy Paul Jones on ChristianBook.c...
On The Worth of a Minister
January 25, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBOftentimes pastors can struggle with finding their personal value in things like how well the church is doing, how many programs their church is running, and what the attendance numbers look like. This week on the show, Stan & Josh tackle the question: What actually makes us valuable as ministers of the Gospel? Resources mentioned in this episode: "Elijah: A Man of Heroism and Humility" by Chuck Swindoll "Elijah: A Man of Heroism and Humility" on Amazon Support the Show. Be sure to fo...
On Encouraging Gen Z and Millennial Techies
January 18, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBThis week on the show, Josh discusses why it's good to encourage the young people in your church — many of whom naturally possess skills in the digital media world because they have grown up in it — to use those talents and abilities for Kingdom value work within the Local Church. Support the show (https://614ministries.org/invest)
On Encouraging Gen Z and Millennial Techies
January 18, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBThis week on the show, Josh discusses why it's good to encourage the young people in your church — many of whom naturally possess skills in the digital media world because they have grown up in it — to use those talents and abilities for Kingdom value work within the Local Church. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Reminders For The New Year
January 11, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBThis week on the show, Stan & Josh discuss four things that pastors should be thinking about and doing as they roll into the New Year: Plan your church's spiritual direction and development. Plan for discipleship throughout the year. Plan your full year calendar so that you have an overview of all key events. Plan your breaks. Links mentioned in this episode: Can This Work In A Small Church? Support the show Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram...
On What To Look For In A Communications Pastor
December 21, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBHiring a full time Comms Minister for your church is a big deal and it can be intimidating. A lot of questions come into play. What ministry attributes are needed in a candidate? What basic tech skills and other abilities should the candidate possess? How does all this play into the size and framework of my church? In this episode, Josh tackles eight essential things you should be looking for and offers some practical thoughts and advice. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Minist...
On Alleviating Social Media Hostility
December 14, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBJosh discusses his latest blog post "A Few Tips On Alleviating Social Media Hostility" and provides church social media managers with the following practical suggestions: Post plenty of Bible verses. Be a role model and lead by example. Keenly monitor and observe all platforms. Delete or hide comments when necessary. Speaking of direct messages... Consider developing a social media policy for your church if necessary. Be a Communications Pastor more than a Communications Direct...
On Alleviating Social Media Hostility
December 14, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBJosh discusses his latest blog post "A Few Tips On Alleviating Social Media Hostility" and provides church social media managers with the following practical suggestions: Post plenty of Bible verses. Be a role model and lead by example. Keenly monitor and observe all platforms. Delete or hide comments when necessary. Speaking of direct messages... Consider developing a social media policy for your church if necessary. Be a Communications Pastor more than a Communications Direct...
On Holiday Talk And Church Life
December 07, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss four things pastors typically have to — and should — consider during Christmastime when it comes to their congregants and churchgoers in general as well as themselves: 1) Some people have big blocks of time off from work. 2) Many people get into the holiday season with decorations, family festivities, and multiple holiday parties in their home. 3) The Christmas holiday can put pressure on you as a pastor. 4) As pastors we have to take care of ...
On Holiday Talk And Church Life
December 07, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss four things pastors typically have to — and should — consider during Christmastime when it comes to their congregants and churchgoers in general as well as themselves: 1) Some people have big blocks of time off from work. 2) Many people get into the holiday season with decorations, family festivities, and multiple holiday parties in their home. 3) The Christmas holiday can put pressure on you as a pastor. 4) As pastors we have to take care of ...
On Small Church Missions (with Mike McCord)
November 30, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBStan & Josh are joined by Mission Element Executive Director Mike McCord to discuss everything everything about small church mission work, from the benefits of mission trips to financial challenges, to strategy obstacles, how to overcome scheduling hurdles, and much more. Links mentioned in this episode: missionelement.com Contact Mike McCord at: [email protected] Call Mission Element at 678-224-1941 Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild...
On Small Church Missions (with Mike McCord)
November 30, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBStan & Josh are joined by Mission Element Executive Director Mike McCord to discuss everything everything about small church mission work, from the benefits of mission trips to financial challenges, to strategy obstacles, how to overcome scheduling hurdles, and much more. Links mentioned in this episode: missionelement.com Contact Mike McCord at: [email protected] Call Mission Element at 678-224-1941 Support the show
On Fear of Diversity And Gifts In The Small Church
November 16, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss the reasons many pastors fear allowing diverse spiritual gifts and abilities to enter into their church body. Topics discussed include: Hard to trust someone to teach the truth as you're also teaching truth. Hard to trust people who are young in their faith to share biblical things accurately. Hard to trust young or inexperienced people to share their testimony. Spiritual gifts and diversity are given to your specific local church by God for...
On Awful Church Websites
November 09, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBThis week on the show, Josh discusses seven ways to know whether or not your church website is just plain awful. And let's be honest: There are a lot of awful church websites out there these days. Here's his list of the seven basic criterion of an awful church website: It's unfriendly. It's confusing. It doesn't have a Google Maps plug-in. It has obsolete and/or useless content. It implements cheesy typography, fonts, and design templates. There's no mobile version. It has no clear...
On Five More Pastoral Pet Peeves of An Old Pastor
November 02, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBIn a follow-up to last year's episode on pastoral pet peeves, Stan & Josh discuss five additional things that flat out annoy Stan as an older, aging pastor. Links mentioned in this episode: Five Pastoral Pet Peeves Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Eight Ways To Help Serve Your Community
October 26, 2021 15:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBThis week on the show, Stan & Josh discuss eight practical ways that churches can engage with their local communities and surrounding neighborhoods as they strive to build relations and share the Gospel. Support the show Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Five Things I Wish I Had Known About Small Church Life
October 19, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBThis week on the show, Stan & Josh discuss five things that Stan has learned about small church life in his 20-plus years as the lead pastor of a small church. Support the show Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Avoiding Frustrations As A Church Digital Media Operator During The Service
October 12, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBIn this episode, Stan & Josh discuss one of Josh's recent Church Comms blog posts outlining ten different ways that church digital media operators can avoid stress and frustration during live worship events and services. Links mentioned in this episode: 10 Simple Ways To Avoid Frustrations As A Digital Media Operator During The Service Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministrie...
On Avoiding Frustrations As A Church Digital Media Operator During The Service
October 12, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBIn this episode, Stan & Josh discuss one of Josh's recent Church Comms blog posts outlining ten different ways that church digital media operators can avoid stress and frustration during live worship events and services. Links mentioned in this episode: 10 Simple Ways To Avoid Frustrations As A Digital Media Operator During The Service Support the show
On Church Searching
September 28, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBStan & Josh sit down with several guests from mixed backgrounds for a conversation on what people look for in a local church. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Evaluating Your Church
September 21, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss four different types of churches and comparatively contrast them against one another: Mausoleum Churches, Museum Churches, Mindless Churches, and Ministering Churches. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Evaluating Your Church
September 21, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss four different types of churches and comparatively contrast them against one another: Mausoleum Churches, Museum Churches, Mindless Churches, and Ministering Churches. Support the show
On What We Learned From Our Shepherd's Summit 2021
September 14, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBStan & Josh chat with a few pastors and ministry leaders who attended our Shepherd's Summit back in July to see what they learned, how their perspectives have changed, what they took back to their congregations, and how they might advise other small church pastors. Links mentioned in this episode: karlvaters.com reachmycity.com Support the show Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Pastoral Counseling (with Brad Willis, Ph.D.)
September 07, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBStan & Josh welcome University of West Alabama licensed professional counselor Dr. Brad Willis to the show to discuss several issues ranging from anxiety and trauma in our current culture to pastors who are in need of counseling and how they can find local mental health professionals in their area. We'll also touch on burnout, depression, discouragement, and much more. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Loving On Purpose — Danny Silk — https://lovingonpurpose.com/ "Keep Your Love On" ...
On Anxiety And The Local Church
August 31, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBStan & Josh discuss new information out from Lifeway Research which finds that the majority of Americans wants to avoid fear and anxiety, while gaining freedom and safety. Articles mentioned in this episode: Americans Most Want To Avoid Fear And Anxiety, Gain Freedom And Safety Resources mentioned in this episode: "Anxious For Nothing" by Max Lucado Support the show Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more ...
On Three Ways Seniors Can Kill Your Aging Church
August 24, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh discuss three of the most common ways that the senior saints of a church can kill the mission of the church — oftentimes without even realizing it. They stay focused on the past. They see church as a Sunday meeting only. They stand in the way of changes that help younger families to like your church. This episode will also include tips and recommendations on how pastors can confront and handle these issues. Resources mentioned in this episode: Ka...
On Three Things I Would Have Done Differently
August 17, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, Stan reflects on three things that he would have done differently in his early pastoral years if he could wind the tape back 10-15 years: Invest a lot more time in the men of the church. Have more people share their testimonies regularly in the service. Develop the elders' passion for the Gospel and discipleship more. Links mentioned in this episode: On The Power of Testimonies Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: ...
On Three Things I Would Have Done Differently
August 17, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, Stan reflects on three things that he would have done differently in his early pastoral years if he could wind the tape back 10-15 years: Invest a lot more time in the men of the church. Have more people share their testimonies regularly in the service. Develop the elders' passion for the Gospel and discipleship more. Links mentioned in this episode: On The Power of Testimonies Support the show
On Church Communications As A Ministry, Not A Function
August 10, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode, Josh discusses the topic that he spoke on at our recent Shepherd's Summit pastoral conference. Subjects covered: What is digital ministry? Is there such a thing? Digital ministry definition: When the Local Church takes advantage of technology and leverages in order to spread the Gospel, thereby helping people grow in their faith, knowledge of the Word, get involved in church, becomes disciples, and later become disciple-makers themselves. Question To Ask In Your Stra...
On Soul Care vs. Spirit Care
August 03, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBStan and Josh discuss the importance of pastors taking the time to refresh their souls and how that differs from refreshing your spirit, mind, and body. Resources Mentioned In This Episode "Deacons" by 9 Marks "Deacons" by 9Marks — available on Amazon here karlvaters.com Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On How To Enhance Your Livestream And Online Engagement
July 20, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this episode, Josh takes listeners inside the best pro tips for managing and enhancing your Sunday morning livestream, as well as your overall online engagement. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Who's Leading
July 13, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBIn this week's episode, Stan and Josh tackle the difficult issue of allowing God & the Holy Spirit to lead our worship services and sermons rather than ourselves. Support the show Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Talking About God In Our Culture
July 06, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBStan & Josh discuss the importance of the church talking about God outside the walls of the building. Resources mentioned in this episode: Jonny Gaston and Reach My City Life On Mission The Shepherd's Summit 2021 with Karl Vaters Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
The Best Communication Techniques For Healthy Churches To Use In 2021
June 29, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBStan and Josh discuss Josh's latest blog post dealing with how healthy churches can and should focus on streamlining their communication procedures in ways that keep everything smooth, uncomplicated, simple, and as peaceful and stressless as possible. Links mentioned in this episode: The Best Communication Techniques For Healthy Churches To Use In 2021 Support the show
The Best Communication Techniques For Healthy Churches To Use In 2021
June 29, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBStan and Josh discuss Josh's latest blog post dealing with how healthy churches can and should focus on streamlining their communication procedures in ways that keep everything smooth, uncomplicated, simple, and as peaceful and stressless as possible. Links mentioned in this episode: The Best Communication Techniques For Healthy Churches To Use In 2021 Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more...
On Images of the Church: Part 3
June 22, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBThis week on the show Stan & Josh conclude their three-part discussion on imagery used in the Bible to represent and describe the Local Church. In this episode, they cover 5) The Priesthood of Believers and 6) The Family of God. Links mentioned in this episode: Images of the Church: Part 1 Images of the Church: Part 2 Learn more about the Shepherd's Summit Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Lear...
On Images of the Church: Part 2
June 15, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBStan & Josh continue their three-part discussion on imagery used in the Bible to represent and describe the Local Church. In this episode, they cover 3) The Body of Christ and 4) The Bride of Christ. Links mentioned in this episode: Register for the Shepherd's Summit karlvaters.com Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Images of the Church: Part 1
June 08, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBStan & Josh kick off the start of a three-part discussion on imagery used in the Bible to represent and describe the Local Church. In this episode, they'll cover 1) the imagery of the flock and 2) the imagery of the building. Resources mentioned in this episode: "They Smell Like Sheep" by Dr. Lynn Anderson "They Smell Like Sheep: Volume 2" by Dr. Lynn Anderson Links mentioned in this episode: Register for the Shepherd's Summit karlvaters.com Karl on Facebook Support the show Be...
On Attracting Young Families To Your Church
June 01, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBStan & Josh discuss some recent Barna Group research and statistics on young family church attendance and how pastors can reach and relate to the young family demographic. Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Who's Under Your Steeple
May 25, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBStan & Josh discuss the concept of every local church having a footprint in its surrounding and immediate community. Links mentioned in this episode: On Evangelizing In A Divisive Culture (with Jonny Gaston) Support the show Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook.com/614rebuild Instagram: @614rebuild Twitter: @614rebuild Learn more at 614ministries.org
On Evangelizing In A Divisive Culture (with Jonny Gaston)
May 18, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBStan and Josh sit down with local evangelist and minister Jonny Gaston of Reach My City to discuss his personal testimony and the importance of evangelism in today's culture. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: The Bible Study Podcast with Jonny Gaston "Seven Steps To Freedom" — Neil Anderson Reach My City livingwaters.com Contemplating suicide? Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at (800) 273-8255 Support the Show. Be sure to follow 6:14 Ministries: facebook...
On Evangelizing In A Divisive Culture (with Jonny Gaston)
May 18, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBStan and Josh sit down with local evangelist and minister Jonny Gaston of Reach My City to discuss his personal testimony and the importance of evangelism in today's culture. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: The Bible Study Podcast with Jonny Gaston "Seven Steps To Freedom" — Neil Anderson Reach My City livingwaters.com Contemplating suicide? Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at (800) 273-8255 Support the show
On The Power of Testimonies
May 11, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBWhy is it so imperative that we take time to pause a corporate worship service and allow believers to share what God has done or is doing in their lives? How is the Local Church negatively affected when we fail to include personal testimonies? Why are so many pastors afraid to let people stand and speak? You might be surprised that Stan had to learn some of these lessons the hard way in his early lead pastor years. Listen as he and Josh discuss the power and importance of the personal test...
On The Power of Testimonies
May 11, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBWhy is it so imperative that we take time to pause a corporate worship service and allow believers to share what God has done or is doing in their lives? How is the Local Church negatively affected when we fail to include personal testimonies? Why are so many pastors afraid to let people stand and speak? You might be surprised that Stan had to learn some of these lessons the hard way in his early lead pastor years. Listen as he and Josh discuss the power and importance of the personal test...