7 Key Reasons People Choose a Church
Thom Rainer: "The real issue is not the intrigue of this research; it is what you and your church will do about it."
Author: Thom Rainer
The Rise of the Church Cartel: 5 Dangerous Realities of Church Bullies
When an alliance of bullies and "carnal Christians" takes control, healthy leaders are driven away and congregations are left in carnage. Discover how "church cartels" operate and why courageous leadership is the only way to stop a church from heading toward decline and death.
8 Reasons Many Bible-Belt Churches Are in Trouble
Thom Rainer: "Sadly, many Bible-Belt churches are not adjusting to the changing realities of the area."
The Top 10 Worst Church Guest Experiences
"There is no humor in these 10 awful experiences. It’s the sad story of holy huddles and mean church members."
5 Destructive Lies About Pastors
"It is totally wrong to make categorically false statements about pastors because you know a few negative examples."
6 Reasons Your Church Members Act Like Jerks
Thom Rainer: "Unfortunately, most church members don't even realize they aren’t friendly to guests."
4 Types of Churches That Will Soon Die
Thom Rainer: "Some congregations are in more than one category. And some are in all four."
6 Terrible Ways to Recruit Volunteers
Thom Rainer: "How you recruit ministry volunteers will make an incredible difference, for good or bad, in your church."
10 Things Pastors Would Love to Hear From Their Church Members
Thom Rainer: "Pastors need numbers of people who will take on the encourager role. The critics will always be there."
8 Time Drainers for Pastors and Staff
Thom Rainer: "What if I told you I could help you get 10 or more hours of your week back?"