The Church Renewal Podcast

In this episode we wrap up season two of the Church Renewal Podcast with a conversation about leading change. Managerial Courage and leading change are building blocks of church renewal. Join Matt Bohling as he discusses the steps and experience of leading change.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Jeff and his wife planted Hope City Church in a community in need, with the help of a legacy church, and are seeking the renewal of the city. Featured in Gordon Penfold's Book, "Restart Churches" Jeff's story and passion are evident. Listen and enjoy! Have a story to share? Reach out to Flourish. We want to feature stories of renewal, replanting, and revitalization. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Flourish Coach Matt Bohling joins us on the podcast today to describe the strategic planning your church can do. Have you tried to do a strategic plan? Are you wary of it? Do you want help? Contact Flourish, we'd love to talk to you about it. Resources on Strategic Planning curated by Flourish.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Erik McDaniel, a PCA Pastor in Eastern, TN shares his story of going to a small church, learning the culture and community, and capitalizing on the doors God opens to revitalize a local church. Erik's church, Grace PCA, showed a willingness and openness to be transformed and renewed - a key component of church renewal. Erik works with Flourish Coach Matt Bohling. Learn more about Flourish, find us on Facebook, or contact us today. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Matt Bohling, Flourish Director, joins us to talk about planning your work and managing your time. If you can't lead yourself you'll struggle to lead your church. http://www.flourishcoaching.org/contactSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Mike Khandjian is a PCA Pastor who has lead renewal and revitalization in multiple churches. Listen in to this interview as he talks church health, pastoral health, and his book "A Sometimes Stumbling Life." Get Mike's Book on Amazon. Checkout this interview with Mike on the "I Heart the PCA" Podcast.Contact FlourishSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

What are the specific skills and needs that must be met for Church Renewal? What is Jesus' Scorecard for your church? Join us as we dig in to the ways that Jesus is renewing His Church.Get in touch: http://www.FlourishCoaching.org/ContactSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

What does it mean for Christians to make joy a priority? In times like these, and in every day life, Christians are free to pursue joy intentionally. Flourish Coach Wes White talks about the pursuit of joy on today's episode of the Church Renewal Podcast. Contact us or find us on Facebook to interact. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Find us online to connect.Today on the podcast, we discuss the Theory of Church Renewal. What are the important questions to ask? What is the nest best step? Join us as we dig in to the theory of how Jesus renews His Church.Get in touch: http://www.FlourishCoaching.org/ContactSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Today, we speak with Gordon Penfold of Turn Around Pastors and author of the new book "Restart Churches." Gordon's wealth of experience as a pastor and church consultant comes to bear in his examination of churches that hit the restart button and recover gospel mission for their community.Connect with us at Flourish to learn more.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

In today's episode, we talk about five foundational assumptions that we believe every church should have in place before they begin an intentional renewal journey.http://www.FlourishCoaching.org/ContactSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Today's topic is a question - Why don't I have time for anything? Pastors ask themselves this often, and it always seems like there is more to do, and less of you. Today on the podcast, we explore time crunch, getting some control of your schedule, and the life of ministry.We'd love to encourage you with the gospel. Connect with Flourish and let us spend some time strengthening you and your ministry: http://www.FlourishCoaching.org/ContactSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Pastors can only give away what they've got; and whatever they've got, that's what they give away. And, that's why it's so important that church renewal begins with personal gospel renewal for pastors! In this episode Matt talks about the ways that the gospel speaks to the life of ministry, giving gospel encouragement to the folks called to lead renewal in their churches. We'd love to encourage you with the gospel. Connect with Flourish and let us spend some time strengthening you and your ministry.http://www.FlourishCoaching.org/ContactSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

This week on the #ChurchRenewalPod, Pastor Mike Horrigan joins us for a discussion of leading major ministry shifts. Mike's church "burned the ships" changed community and found new missional life embedded in a public school ministry. Are you struggling to make the major ministry shift you know you need to make? Reach out to Flourish and we'd love to talk to you about it. http://www.flourishcoaching.org/contactSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

http://www.churchrenewalpodcast.orgLast season, we defined Church Renewal and looked at the various aspects and characteristics of a renewed church. This season, we will begin to look at the building blocks of Church Renewal - what are some of the key concepts and ideas that Pastors need to have in mind at the begin the process of renewing their church?In this episode, Matt and Allan will look into the life cycle of a church to help you identify what phase your church is in the natural ebb and flow of church life before you begin the process of renewal.The Church Life Cycle by Ken Priddy (pdf)If you would like to reach out, you can always find us at http://www.flourishcoaching.orgSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Listen in to our season one wrap up. Paul Hahn, of Mission to North America joins us to talk about a vision for church renewal. This episode was also shared as a seminar for the PCA Virtual Seminars in light of their postponed General Assembly. Look for new episodes from Flourish Coaching in August. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Jeph Guinan of the Alabama Church Planting Network writes, "If renewal were to happen, what would it look like?" Join us for this conversation about Church Renewal. Do you have questions for the Flourish team? Reach out to us online or on Facebook. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

During these strange times politics are dividing churches more than ever before. How does the church, how does the gospel, cut between political tribes and unify the local church? Pastor Matt Koerber, City Reformed PCA, joins us to talk about uniting the church around the mission of God's kingdom in the midst of political tension. Matt's church in the university center of Pittsburgh, PA is no stranger to these kinds of divides. Join our conversation and let's dig into the ways that Jesus is renewing his church. The Church Renewal Podcast is a ministry of Flourish Coaching. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish coaches come alongside them to renew their hope I the gospel and help them clarify their strategy. Support the show

Are you having trouble gettin your leaders on board with your renewal and revitalization efforts? Flourish Coach Matt Bohling discusses getting your leaders on board with gospel renewal efforts in your local ministry. Flourish exists to set ministry leaders free with the gospel to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish coaches come along side them, renewing their hope in the gospel and helping to clarify their strategy. Contact Flourish to learn more. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

In our Renewal Stories series we feature the voices of pastors on the front line of church renewal. Robbie Schmidtberger, a PCA pastor, is replanting a church in West Chester, PA. He tells the story of conflicts within the former congregation, the partnership with an existing congregation, and the fruit of God's movement through this replanting effort. Flourish exists to set ministry leaders free with the gospel to be effective wherever God has called them. When ministry leaders are stuck, Flourish coaches come alongside them to renew their hope in the gospel and help them clarify their strategy. Contact Flourish if you're feeling stuck. Connect with us on Facebook to join the conversation about church renewal. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Flourish hosts a livestream discussion of the importance of pastoral mental and emotional health. Flourish Director Matt Bohling leads this timely discussion. Are you taking care of your mental and emotional health? Do you have good resources, pastor? Listen in to this discussion and let us know what you think. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Chris Vogel and NextGen Pastors are equipping new ministry leaders and seasoned pastors through mentored co-horts. Seminary does a good job with theological education and some practical theology like preaching and counseling. But what about the soft-skills of pastoral ministry? Are you a pastor in need of on going education and mentoring? Chris's story and practical advice might be used by God to bless you and your ministry. Learn more about Flourish's resources at FlourishCoaching.org, or find us on Facebook. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

PCA Church Planter Kevin Bigelow, of Christ Church - Beaches in Jacksonville Florida and Flourish Director Matt Bohling discuss the missional opportunity and equipping the church for mission during social distancing. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Flourish Coach Tom Cox discusses small church strategies in social distancing with Flourish Director Matt Bohling. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

"They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." Acts 2:42This is the last installment of our episodes working through Flourish's definition of church renewal. In church renewal we seek to bring people into deeper and more meaningful encounters with God's word, prayer, and the sacraments of the church. These basic tools of discipleship become more meaningful and drive us toward mission when our churches are renewed by the gospel. Tell us about your churches engagement with the word and prayer. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish onFacebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Flourish Coaching is excited to welcome Ted Powers of the Midwest Alliance - PCA to the podcast. Ted directed church planting for the PCA's Mission to North America before focusing his work on the midwest region of the PCA. Ted discusses the nexus of church planting and renewal for our audience in the Renewal Voices episode. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The conclusion of our conversation with the Presbyterian Church in America's national coordinator for Mission to North America Paul Hahn on the importance of church renewal and church planting. Paul is a founding member of the Flourish Coaching team and have gone on to run the church planting, missional partnerships, and church revitalization arm of the PCA. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

"But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him." John 4:23Part 2 of our discussion on worship and church renewal. What does worship look and feel like in your church? Is there a spirit of joy in the room? Are people engaged? Are they blessed by it? Is it transformative? Church renewal means renewing joy and reverence in worship.In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences ... a new joy and reverence in worship..."Tell us about worship in your church. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish onFacebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Renewal Voices is a series of bonus episodes where Flourish Coaching features the voices of thought leaders and pastors who God is using to affect renewal across the church. This week, we feature Paul Hahn, Coordinator of the PCA's Mission to North America. MNA catalyzes church planting, church renewal, and missions of mercy and justice to North America for the nearly 2,000 congregations and missions of the PCA. Paul is a founder of Flourish coaching, along with Executive Director Matt Bohling. Is there a voice you would like us to feature in Renewal Voices? Contact Flourish on the web, Facebook, or Twitter. We're eager to advance the conversation about church renewal across the bride of Christ.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

During the season of social distancing, Flourish is providing weekly livestream discussions on pertinent topics. We're republishing these discussions in our podcast stream for you. This episode features Matt Bohling  discussing strategies for effective pastoral transition in the midst of social distancing.Are you trying to lead pastoral transition in this season? Would you like a coach to bounce ideas off of?  Contact Flourish on the web, Facebook, or Twitter. Support the show

"But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him." John 4:23What does worship look and feel like in your church? Is there a spirit of joy in the room? Are people engaged? Are they blessed by it? Is it transformative? Church renewal means renewing joy and reverence in worship.In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences ... a new joy and reverence in worship..."Tell us about worship in your church. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

How are you leading your church in the midst of social distancing and the Covid-19 pandemic? How are you promoting social cohesion? Flourish coaches Scott Lowe and Matt Bohling discuss strategies and hope for social cohesion in the midst of social distancing. Learn more about Flourish Coaching online, on the blog, or on Facebook for more resources on pastoral leadership and church renewal. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

"But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light." 1 Peter 2:9Does your church possess an institutional mindset, relying on historic cultural assumptions about the place of the church in the society? Or do you have the missionary mindset? Does your church see itself as a missionary community sent with the gospel of Jesus to the community in which you live, serve, and worship?In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences ... a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them ..."Tell us about your discipleship process in your church. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Resources Mentioned: Redeemer Church Planting ManualGoogle Folder of Resources from Flourish5 Ways to Meet Your Community's Needs (from Flourish Envisioning materials)Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

On this week's episode of the podcast, we take a question via social media. Dan from Pittsburgh asks "what are the criteria to determine whether a church needs to be revitalized? Check out the Church Renewal Blog for links, articles, and resources. Contact Flourish to talk to a coach about renewal and revitalization in your ministry. Interact with us on Twitter or Facebook to get your questions and comments into the podcast.Support the show

On this week's episode of the podcast, we take a question via social media. Kirk, a pastor in West Virginia, asks "What can you tell me about the Evangelical Presbyterian Church's Go Center?" We jump off that to talk more broadly about how denominations are trying to effect renewal and revitalization.Check out the Church Renewal Blog for links, articles, and resources. Contact Flourish to talk to a coach about renewal and revitalization in your ministry. Interact with us on Twitter or Facebook to get your questions and comments into the podcast.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

On this week's episode of the podcast, we take a question via social media. Kirk, pastor in West Virginia, asks "What are some helpful resources for leading renewal and revitalization?"Check out the Church Renewal Blog for links, articles, and resources. Contact Flourish to talk to a coach about renewal and revitalization in your ministry. Interact with us on Twitter or Facebook to get your questions and comments into the podcast.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20What does a "made disciple" look like in your church? Have you thought about it? How are the ministries and programs of your moving people along toward being a "made disciple" of Jesus? In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences  ... holistic discipleship."Tell us about your discipleship process in your church. Or reach out and connect with a coach to begin more holistic discipleship in your church. Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Resources MentionedJeff Vanderstelt - "Gospel Fluency" and "Saturate"Perimeter Church - "The Journey" and "12 Key Elements of Missional Discipleship"Redeemer Presbyterian Church - "Catalyst Class"Matt's Church's "Made Disciple"Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Are you confident in your church's missionary evangelism? Are you a pastor struggling to engage your church in evangelism? Are you a church member who would like to see more"And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20In this episode we continue to work through our definition of church renewal: "Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a ... passion to share the good news"Do you want to get off the evangelism plateau? Need help getting started? Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope in the gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Resources MentionedThe Gospel Comes with a Housekey, Rosaria ButterfieldA Meal with Jesus, Tim ChesterThe Gospel and Personal Evangelism, Mark DeverTell the Truth,  Will MetzgerLet the Nations be Glad, John PiperTom Wood Essay on Evangelism in Church PlantingSupport the show

Flourish Coaching exists to set ministry leaders free with the gopsel to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches feel stuck, our coaches renew their hope and help them gain strategic clarity. Our Renewal Stories series features pastors and renewal leaders personal journey toward leading change and vitality in their church. We hope you're encouraged by our occasional renewal stories. This episode features Flourish Director Matt Bohling sharing his personal journey toward church renewal. It is part two of two. Find part one here.Tell us your renewal story. Reach out on the Facebook, Twitter, or the web. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope int he gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.“And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” Acts 2:24 ESVWe continue working through our definition of Church Renewal in this episode: Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences ... a new prayerfulness ...Jesus says, "apart from me, you can do nothing," in John 15. Your prayer life will tell you if you believe Jesus or not. Are you praying after you're done praying? Are you and your church praying for unbelievers, by name, and believing that Jesus will work in the hearts and lives of the lost? Tell us about your practice of prayer for the kingdom. Do you want a new experience of prayer? Connect with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. Resources MentionedPrayer, by Timothy KellerThe Valley of Vision (collection of prayer inspired by the Puritans)John Smed, Prayer CurrentVideo: Prayer that Brings Down the Glory of God, Archie ParrishA Simple Way to Pray (Kindle), Archie Parrish"What is Kingdom-Focused Prayer" (Ligonier Ministries Blog), Archie ParrishA Praying Life (Book) and (Website), Paul MillerSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Flourish Coaching exists to set ministry leaders free with the gopsel to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches feel stuck, our coaches renew their hope and help them gain strategic clarity. Our Renewal Stories series features pastors and renewal leaders personal journey toward leading change and vitality in their church. We hope you're encouraged by our occasional renewal stories. This episode features Flourish Director Matt Bohling sharing his personal journey toward church renewal. It is part one of two. Tell us your renewal story. Reach out on the Facebook, Twitter, or the web. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope int he gospel and help them gain strategic clarity."But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:8 (ESV)We continue working through our definition of Church Renewal in this episode: Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a new awareness of their sin and need for God's grace;their  privileges as ambassadors of the kingdom and as sons and daughters of God; a new appreciation for their place as they anticipate the kingdom of God coming and reaching that place; a new prayerfulness and passion to share the good news; holistic discipleship; a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them; a new joy and reverence in worship; a new personal commitment to the means of grace.If your church disappeared would your neighborhood miss you? Churches are renewed when they recover a sense of place, and the sense that Jesus is bringing his kingdom to bear on that place. Join us as we explore the idea of sense of place in church renewal. Tell us about your place (zip code, school district, neighborhood) by connecting with Flourish on Facebook, Twitter, or on the web. Resources Mentioned: Demographic Tools: City-Data, Mission InsightThe Apostolic Congregation, George HunterRedeemer Church Planting Manual (GoodReads review, out of print)Center Church, Tim KellerThe Tangible Kingdom, Hugh Halter and Matt SmayVideos:Tangible Kingdom WorkshopCenter Church WorkshopSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Renewal Voices is a series of bonus episodes where Flourish Coaching features the voices of thought leaders and pastors who God is using to affect renewal across the church. This week, we feature Harry Reeder, pastor of Briarwood Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, AL. Reeder is the author of Embers of a Flame. His revitalization ministry includes the book, a conference, and coaching. Reeder calls pastors to remember what God has done, repent of their past wrongs, and recover biblical principles for their church. "The Pastor Evangelist" influenced Reeder's early thinking.Is there a voice you feel we should feature in Renewal Voices? Contact Flourish on the web, Facebook, or Twitter. We're eager to advance the conversation about church renewal across the bride of Christ.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope int he gospel and help them gain strategic clarity."And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come." Matthew 24:14We continue working through our definition of Church Renewal in this episode: Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a new awareness of their sin and need for God's grace;their  privileges as ambassadors of the kingdom and as sons and daughters of God; a new appreciation for their place as they anticipate the kingdom of God coming and reaching that place; a new prayerfulness and passion to share the good news; holistic discipleship; a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them; a new joy and reverence in worship; a new personal commitment to the means of grace.Does your church have a "sense of place" - that where your congregation's location is a mission field and that there's missionary work to do right there? We exposit our commonly used phrase "the one, fully sufficient reason that this day dawned" as it applies to a local congregation. Is your church a missionary tactical force to your neighborhood? Contact Flourish on our site, or reach out to on Facebook or Twitter to engage the conversation about church renewal and the doctrine of adoption. Stop in on the Church Renewal Blog for extra content on the relationship between adoption and renewal.Resources RecommendedThe Celtic Way of Evangelism, George HunterGod Seeks People to Worship Him, John PiperHow to Plead for Unbelievers, John PiperMy Prayer to God is that they Might Be Saved, John PiperSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

On this week's episode of the podcast, we take a question via social media. Robbie, a church replanter himself, asks "what is the difference between church renewal and revitalization? Where does replanting come into that?"In the episode we recommend Thom Rainer's Revitalize and Replant Podcast. Check out the Church Renewal Blog for links, articles, and resources. Contact Flourish to talk to a coach about renewal and revitalization in your ministry. Interact with us on Twitter or Facebook to get your questions and comments into the podcast. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

The Church Renewal Podcast is a production of Flourish Coaching. Flourish exists to set leaders free to be effective wherever God has called them. When pastors and churches get stuck, Flourish Coaches renew their hope int he gospel and help them gain strategic clarity.Galatians 4:4-7 (ESV) " But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father!” So you are no longer a slave, but a son, and if a son, then an heir through God."We continue working through our definition of Church Renewal in this episode: Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a new awareness of their sin and need for God's grace; their  privileges as ambassadors of the kingdom and as sons and daughters of God; a new appreciation for their place as they anticipate the kingdom of God coming and reaching that place; a new prayerfulness and passion to share the good news; holistic discipleship; a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them; a new joy and reverence in worship; a new personal commitment to the means of grace.How does it shape a group of people when they, together, are taken with the idea that God has adopted them into his family? When our identity comes from our adoption in Christ, we don't stand or fall on our own merit, we rest in Christ. What would that look like for you and your church? Contact Flourish on our site, or reach out to on Facebook or Twitter to engage the conversation about church renewal and the doctrine of adoption. Stop in on the Church Renewal Blog for extra content on the relationship between adoption and renewal.Resources mentioned this episode: Adopted for Life, Russell MooreAdoption, by Russell MooreYou Are Special, Max LucadoThe Great Gilly Hopkins, Katherine PetersonGeneral Resources from SergeGospel Identity, SergeSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Episode 4: The Embassy MindsetChurch Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a new awareness of their sin and need for God's grace; their  privileges as ambassadors of the kingdom and as sons and daughters of God; a new appreciation for their place as they anticipate the kingdom of God coming and reaching that place; a new prayerfulness and passion to share the good news; holistic discipleship; a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them; a new joy and reverence in worship; a new personal commitment to the means of grace.In order to renew a church, her members have to recover their identity as privileged ambassadors of King Jesus. If our hope in our old cultural clout - or just doing better than the church down the road - we won't experience the joy of being on mission with Jesus. If our hope is in Jesus, we can confidently engage our communities with gospel, like ambassadors in a foreign land. Contact Flourish and tell us how your church is, or is struggling, to connect with your community as ambassadors of Jesus. Connect with us on Twitter and Facebook.Recommended Resources: The Apostolic Congregation, by George HunterGrowing God's Church, by Gary MackintoshMoving Off the Evangelism Plateau from Turnaround PastorsEvangelism & Outreach by Tim ChalliesSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

On this week's episode of the podcast, we take a question via social media. Rick asks why we're talking about renewal/revitalization, and what do we mean by “the church.” Is renewal just for dying churches? Is it just local congregations that need a refresh of their mission and vision?Check out the Church Renewal Blog for links, articles, and resources. Contact Flourish to talk to a coach about renewal and revitalization in your ministry. Interact with us on Twitter or Facebook to get your questions and comments into the podcast. Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

On Flourish's Church Renewal Podcast, we're exploring this definition of church renewal:Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a new awareness of their sin and need for God's grace; their  privileges as ambassadors of the kingdom and as sons and daughters of God; a new appreciation for their place as they anticipate the kingdom of God coming and reaching that place; a new prayerfulness and passion to share the good news; holistic discipleship; a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them; a new joy and reverence in worship; a new personal commitment to the means of grace.We'd love to dig into the ways that Jesus is renewing your church. Contact us or find us on Facebook, Twitter, or the Church Renewal Blog.Recommended Resources:Embers to a Flame, by Harry ReederAspects of a Healthy, Church by Don Macnair and Esther MeekOutgrowing the Ingrown Church, by Jack MillerRespectable Sins and Transforming Grace, both by Jerry BridgesFifty Fruits of Pride Outreach vs. Evangelism by Tim ChalliesProud vs. Broken People by Nick BatzigSupport the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)

Should dying churches be left on the vine? Is renewal just for struggling churches? How do we begin the process of church revitalization? On Flourish's Church Renewal Podcast, we're exploring this definition of church renewal:Church Renewal is the process by which a person or church body experiences a new awareness of their sin and need for God's grace; their  privileges as ambassadors of the kingdom and as sons and daughters of God; a new appreciation for their place as they anticipate the kingdom of God coming and reaching that place; a new prayerfulness and passion to share the good news; holistic discipleship; a new curiosity to know God, the self, and the world; a new awareness to the missionary opportunity around them; a new joy and reverence in worship; a new personal commitment to the means of grace.Each week we'll explore a different aspect of this definition and talk about the ways that Jesus is renewing his church. We do it because there's only one fully sufficient reason that today dawned: Jesus is still gathering a people to himself and he's using the church to do it. We'd love to dig into the ways that Jesus is renewing your church. Contact us or find us on Facebook, Twitter, or the Church Renewal Blog.Support the show (https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0U0H00000XyE4IUAV)