Artwork

Content provided by Texas Baptists and Jonathan Smith. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Texas Baptists and Jonathan Smith or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
Player FM - Podcast App
Go offline with the Player FM app!

S1E6 The Need for Courage in Church Revitalization with Pastor Steve Quinn

26:10
 
Share
 

Manage episode 479515233 series 2928710
Content provided by Texas Baptists and Jonathan Smith. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Texas Baptists and Jonathan Smith or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Takeaways:

  • Courage is essential for church revitalization.
  • Change often leads to conflict, which requires courage to address.
  • Pastors can experience fear just like their congregations.
  • Avoiding conflict can lead to paralysis in leadership.
  • The church is either growing or dying; stagnation is not an option.
  • Courage is rooted in trust in God and His promises.
  • Pastors need support from peers during revitalization.
  • Encouragement can be a powerful tool in ministry.
  • Practicing difficult conversations can build confidence.
  • Leaders must act decisively to address issues before they escalate.

Quotes:

  • "Courage is a Christian character."
  • "Don't walk this journey alone."
  • "Be bold, trust the Lord."

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to Courage in Church Revitalization

02:35

Understanding the Need for Courage

10:38

Defining Courage in a Biblical Context

14:41

The Role of Pastors in Revitalization

20:52

Practical Steps for Living Courageously

  continue reading

8 episodes

Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 479515233 series 2928710
Content provided by Texas Baptists and Jonathan Smith. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Texas Baptists and Jonathan Smith or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Takeaways:

  • Courage is essential for church revitalization.
  • Change often leads to conflict, which requires courage to address.
  • Pastors can experience fear just like their congregations.
  • Avoiding conflict can lead to paralysis in leadership.
  • The church is either growing or dying; stagnation is not an option.
  • Courage is rooted in trust in God and His promises.
  • Pastors need support from peers during revitalization.
  • Encouragement can be a powerful tool in ministry.
  • Practicing difficult conversations can build confidence.
  • Leaders must act decisively to address issues before they escalate.

Quotes:

  • "Courage is a Christian character."
  • "Don't walk this journey alone."
  • "Be bold, trust the Lord."

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to Courage in Church Revitalization

02:35

Understanding the Need for Courage

10:38

Defining Courage in a Biblical Context

14:41

The Role of Pastors in Revitalization

20:52

Practical Steps for Living Courageously

  continue reading

8 episodes

All episodes

×
 
Loading …

Welcome to Player FM!

Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.

 

Quick Reference Guide

Listen to this show while you explore
Play