Thom Rainer

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.

Is There Hope for a Dying Church?

Most of you will not be surprised at the challenges we will highlight as we inform you about the increasing number of moribund churches in America.

Can You Find Truths in These Church Statistics?

What do these numbers tell you about the state of churches and Christianity in America today?

What to Do When Cynicism Creeps In

Here's how I battled cynicism.

Explaining the Growth of Non-Denominational Churches

Non-denominational churches tend to be more evangelistic. For a number of possible reasons, these congregations are more intentional about reaching their communities with the gospel.

5 Social Media Guidelines for Pastors and Church Staff

Lessons I've learned from others' and my own mistakes

As Leaders Get Older

According to the research by the Faith Communities Study, the average age of a pastor is 57 years old compared to 50 years old in 2000.

Have You Lost Confidence As a Leader?

It is time for major leadership adjustments among pastors. These changes are not a sign of poor leadership; they are signs of needed leadership changes.

3 Things to Learn About Sharing Jesus

Develop relationships. Get to know unbelievers. Show Christ in your life and lifestyle. But don’t forget that the gospel message has words. Tell them about Jesus.