The Church Answers Podcast
The Church Answers Podcast

The Church Answers Podcast

The Church Answers Podcast

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The Church Answers Podcast with Thom Rainer is fast-paced, to the point, and sometimes witty. It addresses one question about church life and leadership in just ten minutes. Buckle your seatbelt and take a ride into the world of congregational health in a fun and fascinating way.

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Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage
MAR 4, 2026
Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage
Why Death Is Coming Soon to Many Churches (and How to Prevent It) Church Answers researcher Ryan Burge recently released a stunning and sobering report on the ages of congregants of various denominations. It’s not a pretty picture. Many churches will soon die or become moribund because of one simple factor: their church members are dying and not being replaced. Jess and Thom examine four aspects of this demographic decline and death. Resources: Wesley Biblical Seminary Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary Church Answers University Ryan Burge “When Are Half Your Members Going to be Dead?” by Ryan Burge “Gradually… Then Suddenly”: Why Church Decline Is About to Accelerate When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future “Who Moved My Pulpit?: Leading Change in the Church” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link) Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights Episode Sponsor: Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches. They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees. Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission. Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. Flexible online format that fits your schedule. Equipping men and women called by God. An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it! If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary. The post Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage appeared first on Church Answers.
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The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future
MAR 4, 2026
The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future
Why Death Is Coming Soon to Many Churches (and How to Prevent It) Church Answers researcher Ryan Burge recently released a stunning and sobering report on the ages of congregants of various denominations. It’s not a pretty picture. Many churches will soon die or become moribund because of one simple factor: their church members are dying and not being replaced. Jess and Thom examine four aspects of this demographic decline and death. Resources: Wesley Biblical Seminary Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary Church Answers University Ryan Burge “When Are Half Your Members Going to be Dead?” by Ryan Burge “Gradually… Then Suddenly”: Why Church Decline Is About to Accelerate When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage Tyrone Barnette, Peace Baptist Church Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights Episode Sponsor: Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches. They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees. Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission. Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. Flexible online format that fits your schedule. Equipping men and women called by God. An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it! If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary. The post The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future appeared first on Church Answers.
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When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point
FEB 18, 2026
When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point
Why Death Is Coming Soon to Many Churches (and How to Prevent It) Church Answers researcher Ryan Burge recently released a stunning and sobering report on the ages of congregants of various denominations. It’s not a pretty picture. Many churches will soon die or become moribund because of one simple factor: their church members are dying and not being replaced. Jess and Thom examine four aspects of this demographic decline and death. Resources: Wesley Biblical Seminary Learn more about the bridge program at Wesley Biblical Seminary Finally! Seminary Training for Co-vocational Church Leaders: An Interview with Andy Miller Church Answers University Ryan Burge “When Are Half Your Members Going to be Dead?” by Ryan Burge “Gradually… Then Suddenly”: Why Church Decline Is About to Accelerate The Iron Law of Church Growth: No Young Adults, No Future Planned Surgery or Emergency Amputation: Leading with Courage “The Pig and the Python: How to Prosper from the Aging Baby Boom” by David Cork (affiliate link) Church Answers Central The Hope Initiative FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights Episode Sponsor: Wesley Biblical Seminary is focused on developing trusted leaders for faithful churches. They offer certificates, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees. Since 1974 WBS has been faithfully fulfilling its mission. Fully committed to the inerrancy of Scripture and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. Flexible online format that fits your schedule. Equipping men and women called by God. An array of programs to help you take the next step. You can do it! If you’d like to learn more, visit Wesley Biblical Seminary. The post When the Average Age Lies: The Demographic Tipping Point appeared first on Church Answers.
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