Revitalize and Replant

Mark welcomes Bob Payne, a volunteer with Experiencing God Ministries.

Some highlights from the episode:

• Bob’s unique health journey through the years.
• You cannot stay where you are and go with God …

In this special episode, Mark Clifton answers questions during a live question and answer session from the 2024 Replant Summit. Listen in for some important insights from Mark on these topics:

• Shoul…

This episode was recorded live at the 2024 Replant Summit. Mark Clifton talks through some of the various models of replanting.

Here are some highlights:

• What is the difference between revitalizatio…

Mark welcomes JJ Washington, Director of Personal Evangelism for the North American Mission Board, to talk about the importance of personal evangelism in the local church.

Some highlights from the ep…

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss some ways that pastors might stand in the way of church revitalization.

1. Don’t make changes too quickly.
2. Don’t ignore the needs of your community.
3. Don’t fail to …

Mark welcomes JJ Washington, Director of Personal Evangelism for the North American Mission Board, to the podcast.

Some highlights from the episode:

• How God changed JJ’s life through calling him to …

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss some ways that pastors might stand in the way of church revitalization.

1. They spend too much time trying to placate nagging critics.
2. They fail to be an example o…

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss an article from Chuck Lawless on some reasons that pastors may fear entering into revitalization.

1. Revitalization requires a long-term vision for a church.
2. It re…

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss some tips from Thom Rainer on church revitalization.

1. Substantive changes in a church typically don’t hold until has been at a church at least 4-5 years.
2. The mos…

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss some ways to be a “relentless encourager” in your church.

1. People need encouragement because life is hard.
2. People need encouragement because we have an enemy.
3. Th…

Mark Clifton welcomes Sam Rainer, Pastor at West Bradenton Baptist Church and President of Church Answers.

Here are some highlights from this episode:

• Sam’s story of revitalization at West Bradenton…

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss an article from Crosswalk on how to deal with mean, cranky, and cantankerous people in your church.

1. First, expect it.
2. Don’t lose your cool.
3. Don’t fuel the fire.
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Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss an article from Lifeway Research on some simple, yet effective, ways to care for the widows in your church.

1. Stay connected
2. Say you are sorry for their loss
3. Call…

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss what faithful deacons do in the life of a local church.

1. Deacons are the lead servants of a church.
2. Deacons joyfully assist the pastor(s).
3. Deacons facilitate God…

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock talk about some marks to look for in prospective deacons.

1. A love for the Lord.
2. A love for people
3. Humility
4. Flexibility
5. Sacrifice

Resources related to this podcast:

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Mark Clifton welcomes Clint Pressley, President of the Southern Baptist Convention, to the podcast.

Some highlights from the episode:

• The value of being a part of the Southern Baptist Convention.
• Th…

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss four priorities of pastors who shepherd their people well.

1. Shepherd-pastors know their people.
2. Shepherd-pastors feed their people.
3. Shepherd-pastors lead their p…

In this episode, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss some ways to shepherd the people in your church.

1. The importance of knowing your people’s names.
2. Ask, “What kind of shepherd am I?”
3. As a church …

In this episode, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock toss some questions back and forth about revitalization.

Here are some highlights:

1. The importance of winning the hearts of your people.
2. The importance …

In this episode, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss an article from Thom Rainer on some dangers that come from denying the realities of a declining church.

1. The problems will only worsen.
2. Future g…