Wednesday, June 04, 2025

Wednesday's Catch: '9 Things I Love to See When I Visit a Church' And More


9 Things I Love to See When I Visit a Church
This generation has been oversold on everything. We can spot it when you're playing to the crowd.
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7 Reasons People Leave Your Church
One way Satan will try to discourage your ministry is by convincing you that if people are leaving your church, you’ve done something wrong. Too many pastors feel like they’re a failure when they see people leave...But people leave your church for a variety of reasons — most of which have nothing to do with you as a pastor. For example, here are seven of the biggest reasons people leave.


Failure to Have a Secret Guest: The Unforced Error Series
An “unforced error” is a term borrowed from sports, especially tennis, meaning a mistake made due to one’s own lapse rather than being forced by an opponent. In everyday language, it refers to an avoidable mistake or misstep, typically resulting from a lack of attention or care rather than external pressure. Thom examines one of the most common unforced errors in this podcast: failure to have a secret guest.
Also See: Failure to Remind People About Digital Giving: The Unforced Error Series
Former staffers accuse activist Sean Feucht of ‘potential financial crimes,’ spiritual abuse
The allegations raised questions about Feucht’s use of finances and accused him of ‘spiritual, emotional, and psychological abuse.’

Evangelical Pastors More Likely Than Others To Be Bivocational
A third of U.S. clergy serve bivocational, according to a recent report. Among evangelical pastors, however, 47% report having a second job.

The Best Preaching Habit You Haven’t Started Yet
Pastor, don’t go through a single day without collecting something for a future sermon. Seriously. If you’ll start developing this habit, you’ll save hours in preparation—and your sermons will be richer, deeper, and more effective. I’ve been a collector for decades. Not as a hobby, but as a preaching strategy. Whether I’m reading Scripture, a newspaper, a blog, or even a comment card, I’m always looking for something that might be helpful later. Here’s how you can build your own habit of collecting. 

Secrets to Live Streaming Success
This feature on live streaming originally appeared on TFWM.com, Technologies for Worship Magazine, a resource for house of worship technicians, volunteers and leaders alike. Learn about mixing fundamentals, video formats, mic’ing strategies, camera use, and lighting techniques.

10 Biblical Truths About Evangelism That Every Christian Should Know
Evangelism is a vital part of the Christian life. It’s not just a ministry for a select few—it’s a calling for every believer. Sharing the gospel isn’t about having all the right words or being a professional speaker. It’s about being faithful to the message of Jesus and trusting the Holy Spirit to work through you. The Bible gives clear direction on why evangelism matters, how it should be done, and what it looks like when we live it out. Understanding what the Bible says about evangelism helps us approach this task with clarity, boldness, and compassion.

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