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“A [departing] pastor can be hopeful about the future without making the congregation feel that he’s happy to be rid of them.” — @aaronwsummers research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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“A pastor may leave for another church or ministry position, retire without a formal succession plan, or lead the church through a planned succession. Each requires a different approach.” — @aaronwsummers research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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Guitars and worship bands are now more common than organs and choirs for Southern Baptists on Sunday mornings. research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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NEW: A pastor can make the pastoral transition healthier by thinking carefully about these key issues when preparing to leave. research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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As believers mature, they grow increasingly unashamed of their faith, unabashed in displaying the work of the gospel in their lives. research.lifeway.com/2026/05…
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Southern Baptist churches believe they are welcoming, but many churchgoers aren’t actively engaged in inviting newcomers. research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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If we keep these three truths in mind, we will better prepare ourselves to benefit from the Old Testament according to what it is. research.lifeway.com/2023/11…
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Two in 5 Southern Baptist churches with a sole or senior pastor (42%) say that pastor has other paid employment outside of that church. Most of those bivocational pastors work a second job because they need to do so. research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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NEW RESEARCH: Most Southern Baptist churches are stable and confident about their future. However, warning signs exist. research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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The average churchgoer scores low on discipleship, but focusing on a few key areas can lead to growth. research.lifeway.com/2026/10…
If we can agree that new groups are good for the church, then the question becomes, “When do we start these new groups?” research.lifeway.com/2023/11…
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When you find yourself wanting to pray for our country but not sure what to pray, allow Scripture to be your guide. research.lifeway.com/2024/11…
“One of the greatest dangers in pastoral ministry is that the work of God can gradually crowd out our walk with God.” — Joseph Worley research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
“The holidays are busy, so create a church communication calendar well in advance.” — @markmac1023 research.lifeway.com/2024/10…
“Over 40 years of ministry, I’ve discovered ministry always requires laying a foundation of regular disciplines necessary for the strengthening of my soul.” — Joseph Worley research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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Some Christian churchgoers aren't sure what quotes or books are actually in the Bible. research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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NEW: The habits necessary for a lifetime of faithful pastoral ministry aren’t that different from those necessary for a faithful Christian life. research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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“Ministry leaders don’t need to have a clever answer for everything. We need to offer biblical wisdom and help students learn discernment.” — @zacworkun research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
Lifeway Research asked more than 2,000 American Christian churchgoers dozens of questions about general Bible knowledge. The average respondent scored 51. research.lifeway.com/2026/11…
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