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Thom S. Rainer serves as president and CEO of Church Answers and executive director of Revitalize Network. He served for 12 years as dean at Southern Seminary and for 13 years as the president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources. Also a respected researcher and former pastor, he has written more than 25 books, including many best sellers, such as I Am a Church Member. Rainer and his wife, Nellie Jo, have three grown sons, several grandchildren and live in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Top 10 Reasons People Leave the Church

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These insights were gleaned from tracking the dechurched over several years.
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Avoid These 10 Awful Messages to Visitors

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There’s no joy in sharing these stories, but there’s clarity. These experiences shine a spotlight on what must change if we truly want to be welcoming communities of grace.
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When Active Members No-Shows: Why Leadership Attendance Matters

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This article examines how Active Members No-Shows can impact church leadership and the overall health of the congregation.
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What Effective Evangelism Is Not

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When we ask church members if their churches are evangelistic, we often hear that growth is happening, yet we must discern what effective evangelism really looks like and what it is not.
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Listening to the Oldest Generation

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This generation grew up during a period marked by significant economic hardship, global conflict, and societal transformation. Discover insights from listening to the oldest generation.
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20 Funny Preaching Faux Pas

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Finding the humor when the words don’t come out right
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The Case Against Using Your Phone During Church

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Recently, I went to a movie theater in my hometown. I noticed the previews stressed that everyone must turn off their phones and other digital devices. The article highlights how using your phone during church can distract worship and others.
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5 Keys to Reaching and Retaining Guests

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How to grow your church in a post-COVID world
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