Podcasts about healthy church

Pastor Rodney taught that a healthy church lays down a clear vision to make disciples, rooted in prayer, emotional maturity, training in godliness, and generous stewardship. Using 1 Timothy as a leadership framework, he emphasized that prayer should be prioritized, leaders must pursue emotional health, believers must train spiritually, and generosity reveals our trust in God. Ultimately, a healthy church is one in which people grow to be more like Jesus, steward their resources with open hands, and invest in building His Church for generations to come. Listen and be challenged. Support the show

Because we are a people who belong to Christ, we must use our gifts to help one another grow up in Christ-like maturity rather than remain children who are vulnerable to the deception and distraction of this world. I. We Must Grow Up so We Are No Longer Children Who are Easily Deceived v 14 II. We Must Speak and Live in a Way that Helps Each Member Grow Up in Christ-likeness v 15 III. We Must Work Together to Build a Healthy Church Where Growing to Maturity is Normal v 16

In this stirring and deeply encouraging Advent message, Pastor Karl launches the new series The King Has Come with a powerful exploration of the first great gift Jesus brings: hope.Turning to Luke 2 and the quiet, largely forgotten figures of Simeon and Anna, Pastor Karl paints a vivid picture of two elderly saints who spent decades waiting in faithful obscurity—praying unanswered prayers, worshiping through silence, and serving without recognition. Yet the moment a 40-day-old baby was carried into the temple, their Spirit-illuminated eyes saw what the crowds missed: the long-promised Messiah, the Consolation of Israel, the Redemption of Jerusalem.Through their story, Pastor Karl reveals that biblical hope is not wishful thinking; it is the confident, unshakable expectation of future good rooted in the unchanging character and faithfulness of God. Hope grows in the hidden soil of daily faithfulness, thrives when God chooses to work in silence, and celebrates the tiny seed because it already trusts the coming harvest. Simeon and Anna never saw Jesus preach, heal, or rise from the dead—yet they held the infant King and departed in peace, because they knew who He was long before they saw what He would do.A tender yet convicting word for everyone who has waited a long time and is still waiting, prayed a long time and is still praying, and hoped a long time and is still hoping. In a season that can feel rushed and noisy, this message calls us to slow down, stay faithful, and train our eyes to recognize the presence of the King—even when He shows up wrapped in the ordinary, the small, and the seemingly insignificant.Because the King has come, hope is not dead. It is alive, resilient, and bubbling up in every heart that keeps showing up and keeps looking for Jesus. Essential listening for anyone who needs fresh hope this Christmas.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Because the exalted Christ has given gifted leaders to equip the saints to build a healthy, vibrant, growing, maturing church, we must depend on these gifts as we engage the kind of one-another ministry and lifestyle that results in healthy, sustainable growth in Christ. I. Christ Himself Gives the Church Gifted Leaders to Equip God's People for Life and Ministry v 11 II. Gifted Leaders Equip the Saints for the Work of Ministry that Builds a Healthy Church v 12 III. All of Us Share the Goal of Building a Healthy, Maturing Congregation at Rockport v 13

1 Peter 5.1-7 Is there a biblical blueprint for church leadership? It is increasingly the norm in the UK to have one priest for a number of churches. But the New Testament norm is the exact opposite; a team of leaders for one church. And not ‘priests' either, but ‘elders' (1 Peter 2.9 says that all believers form a royal priesthood). Who should be local church elders and what kind of qualities should we expect of them? Peter explains in his first letter. 30 November 2025.

Sign Up For Your Free Trial And Discounted Annual Subscription Here: https://watch.thewonderproject.com/Rusan0:00 - Intro Tease 3:32 - Setting the Stage: Ruslan & Nathan's Backgrounds5:04 - Nathan's Backstory: Church Anger to Fatherhood Perspective8:21 - How Shawn Ryan Podcast Led to This Debate9:23 - Ruslan's Defense of the Local Church's Role in His Life12:00 - Why Pastors Are Easy Targets & Stereotypes Around Them15:14 - Are We Overgeneralizing Pastors? Comparing to 90s Dads17:42 - What Makes a Healthy Church? Ruslan's Framework20:02 - IRS Structures vs. Biblical Church Models22:36 - Are Legal Structures Like Marriage & Churches a Problem?24:04 - Do All Institutions Eventually Corrupt? Reform vs. Abandon25:52 - Nathan's Push for Transparency: The Ed Young Example28:14 - Ruslan Responds: Rhythm Church's Annual Report Breakdown30:34 - Why Churches Are Exempt from Filing 990s33:03 - The Tension Between Accountability & Transparency35:48 - Ruslan Explains Rhythm Church's Financial Oversight38:59 - Why Full Transparency Isn't Always Healthy41:09 - Debating the Average Pastor Salary & Bi-Vocational Realities44:31 - Different Church Models: Transparency by Design vs. Requirement46:08 - Home Churches, Mega Churches, and Real-Life Church Options49:45 - Ruslan: Maturity, Unity & Why Transparency Requires Wisdom52:48 - Legal Structures vs. Moral Imperatives for Transparency58:04 - Churches Investing in War Profits? Nathan's Coming Exposés1:00:04 - Why Churches Don't File 990s:1:06:00 - Weaponizing Financial Transparency & When Disclosure Goes Wrong1:12:00 - Is the Church Corrupt or Is the System Misunderstood?1:14:30 - Comparing Marriage & Church Corporations: A Legal Paradox1:17:00 - What Is “Full” Financial Transparency? 1:20:00 - Can a Church Be Both Spiritual & a Legal Entity?1:23:00 - Why Some Church Salaries Aren't Public Knowledge1:26:00 - The Congregational Church Alternative1:29:00 - Should the Government Oversee Churches to Prevent Abuse?1:32:00 - Biblical Tithing as a Principle vs. Legal Requirement1:34:00 - Does 1 Corinthians 9 Justify Paying Pastors? Ruslan's Scriptural Argument1:39:00 - Modern Pastors as Levitical Priests? Breaking Down a Common Analogy1:42:00 - What Ruslan's Pastor Actually Said vs. Nathan's Interpretation1:49:00 - Ruslan's Journey: From Calling Out Pastors to Supporting Healthy Churches1:52:00 - What the Didache & Early Church Taught About Supporting Leaders1:58:00 - 1 Timothy 5: How Churches Should Support Widows—And Why It Matters2:00:04 - Biblical Qualifications for Financial Support2:08:00 - Jesus vs. Paul: Who Has Final Authority?2:16:00 - IRS Church Criteria vs. Biblical Model2:25:00 - Ekklesia or Corporation? Defining “Church” Today2:34:00 - Tithing, Salaries & the Transparency Spectrum2:45:00 - Are All Institutions Eventually Corrupt?2:55:00 - The $92 Billion Church Fraud Claim Disputed3:05:00 - Is Paul's Writing Equal to Jesus' Words?3:15:00 - Public vs. Internal Accountability in Churches3:25:00 - Stanford Study: Do Churches Grow People Spiritually?3:33:00 - Final Clash: Systems, Reform & Respectful Disagreement

Sunday Afteroon Worship ServiceOctober 19, 2025

Welcome to the audio podcast for Dogwood Church in Athens, TX.

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Message from Greg Neal on November 20, 2025

Welcome to Linworth Road Church! We are glad you've found us online and pray that this message is meaningful to you.Linworth exists to help the spiritually lost and wounded join a community of people becoming fully alive, fully mature, and fully on-mission through the healing power of Jesus Christ and His Word.NEXT STEPS:OTHER SERMONS///WebsiteFacebookInstagramJoin us in person at 10 am on Sundays5400 Linworth RoadColumbus, OH 43235

1. We must follow the example of Christ2. We must live in the light of Christ3. We give thanks in the name of Christ

1. We must follow the example of Christ2. We must live in the light of Christ3. We give thanks in the name of Christ

Welcome to the audio podcast for Dogwood Church in Athens, TX.

How can I recognize a healthy church? What are the signs of a truly healthy church?

Welcome to the audio podcast for Dogwood Church in Athens, TX.

God has a plan for His church, and it's to see it thrive and make a difference! Check out this message filled with four keys to building a healthy church!

Message from Greg Neal on November 6, 2025

The Church in Antioch was an example of a healthy church. Those who spread the gospel message in Antioch included the gentiles and many of them believed. Barnabas sought out Paul to aid him in the work there. The Christians there grew in maturity and when a need arose in Judea they send relief by way of Paul and Barnabas. What an example for us to follow.Time:MorningMinister:Rev. Taylor KernTexts:Acts 11:19–30Series:The Church on Fire

Welcome to the audio podcast for Dogwood Church in Athens, TX.

The Church isn't just a building—it's a family. See God's heart for a healthy, Spirit-filled church and find where you belong in His story.

1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Welcome to the audio podcast for Dogwood Church in Athens, TX.

Kevin Withem has a heartfelt conversation with David Bruce, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and elder. Kevin and David discuss Peter Scazzero's work "Emotionally Healthy Spirituality" (Part 2) and how it applies to Healthy Church and spiritually healthy Christians. EHS Book: https://www.amazon.com/Emotionally-Healthy-Spirituality-Impossible-Spiritually/dp/0310348498 Learn more at https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/ Contact David Bruce through Psychology Today's portal at https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/david-allen-bruce-culver-city-ca/822190 We survive on your donations: donate at www.commongroundsunity.org/donate. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. Please give us feedback by posting your thoughts and suggestions on our Facebook Page. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068486982733 Please check out commongroundsunity.org to learn more about CGU, how to subscribe to the newsletter, join the Facebook group, or find the YouTube Channel. Check out our gatherings on the About page, where you can connect with other unity-minded Christians in your area. If you cannot find a gathering in your area, we can help you start one. It's not difficult or time-consuming, and we will help you out along the way. It really does, simply, start with a cup of coffee. If you want to volunteer or ask questions, please email John at john@commongroundsunity.org. Until next time, God bless, and remember, “Unity Starts With A Cup of Coffee.”

Brandon Langley and Matt Rogers talk about developing a healthy leadership team for a plant from chapters 7 and 8 of "Churches Planting Churches." They discuss why to send a team rather than an individual planter, recruiting from sending churches and partner churches, clear communication and expectations, and more. 

This is a live recorded message from Sunday service at City of Refuge South in Thomaston, GA. Thanks for listening. We pray it blesses you!

Building a Healthy Church, The Grace of God: What It Has Done, What It Continues to Do

Jesus Christ is the ultimate builder of the church, not human efforts, personalities, or programs. A healthy church participates in Christ's work by adhering to a four-part checklist: faithfully preaching the Bible , experiencing the Holy Spirit , practicing genuine fellowship , and actively engaging in outreach.

We warmly welcome you to join Pastor Barry Blankenship in this Sunday morning message!

Kevin Withem has a heartfelt conversation with David Bruce, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and elder. Kevin and David discuss Peter Scazzero's work "Emotionally Healthy Spirituality" and how it applies to Healthy Church and spiritually healthy Christians. EHS Book: https://www.amazon.com/Emotionally-Healthy-Spirituality-Impossible-Spiritually/dp/0310348498 Learn more at https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/ Contact David Bruce through Psychology Today's portal at https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/david-allen-bruce-culver-city-ca/822190 We survive on your donations: donate at www.commongroundsunity.org/donate. CGU has a vision to create and support gatherings of unity-minded Christians around the globe. Imagine the good news of these gatherings modeling the prayer of Jesus in our divided world. Please give us feedback by posting your thoughts and suggestions on our Facebook Page. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068486982733 Please check out commongroundsunity.org to learn more about CGU, how to subscribe to the newsletter, join the Facebook group, or find the YouTube Channel. Check out our gatherings on the About page, where you can connect with other unity-minded Christians in your area. If you cannot find a gathering in your area, we can help you start one. It's not difficult or time-consuming, and we will help you out along the way. It really does, simply, start with a cup of coffee. If you want to volunteer or ask questions, please email John at john@commongroundsunity.org. Until next time, God bless, and remember, “Unity Starts With A Cup of Coffee.”

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (10/09/25), Hank answers the following questions:Can people talk to spirits or the dead? Alexandra - Toronto, ON (0:56)How should a Christian address a homosexual family member? Leigh - Durango, CO (5:00)How do you define a healthy church? Do you know anything about Peter Ruckland? Dan - Sioux City, IA (15:13)Is the book The Shack biblical? Josh - Raleigh, NC (17:39)Where does Scripture give us guidance as to what good works we should be doing? Kelsey - Bandera, TX (19:56)

The Secret to a Healthy, Growing Church | His Word, His Plan, His People This episode looks at the early church's growing pains in Acts 6 and how they handled it with wisdom and unity. Learn how prioritizing prayer, Scripture, and shared responsibility can help any church—and any believer—stay focused on what really matters. Key Take Aways: 1. A growing church will always face challenges, but staying rooted in prayer and the Word keeps it healthy. 2. Disunity and distractions can quietly divide a church; unity requires intentional effort and clear communication. 3. Everyone has a role in the mission. Church isn't just for pastors or leaders; it's for all of us. 4. Serving others is not optional! It's essential to spiritual growth and church health. 5. God honors churches that stay mission-focused, disciple-making, and led by the Spirit. Key Scripture: Acts 6 (https://www.bible.com/bible/59/ACT.6.ESV) Speaker: Marty Godfrey Series: His Word, His Plan, His People Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church (https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7) Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube (https://youtu.be/_YmttBbd08o) ° Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist/) ° Visit our website (https://www.burnthickory.com/)

This week, we're taking a one-week break from our Radical series for a one-off message from David Marvin called "The 10 Truths That Hold Up a Healthy Church." In this message, David walks through ten biblical truths that form the foundation of a Christ-centered church. A healthy church is built on unity, humility, generosity, faithfulness, and love, all centered on the person and mission of Jesus Christ. These truths remind us that the strength of the church is not in what we do but in who we follow. A church that stands on Jesus and lives out His Word becomes a light to the world around it. Sermon notes and discussion questions available at: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for weekly Sunday Messages on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Questions or feedback? DM us @citybridgecc or email info@citybridgechurch.org. Enjoyed the message? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.

Few things are more influential upon your Christian life than the local church to which you belong. In fact, the most important things about you... what you believe about God, about Jesus Christ, about the gospel, about eternity, etc... these things are largely shaped by the church that you belong to. So being part of a healthy church is very important.With that said, the million dollar question that follows is this: How do I know if I'm in a healthy church? What does a healthy church look like? What does an unhealthy church look like?In this episode, James and I spend some time looking at the Scriptures to show what are some of the marks of healthy and unhealthy churches. For more reading on this -> Consider reading "Nine Marks of a Healthy Church" by Mark DeverFor a good article about leaving a church -> Consider reading "Why, When and How Should I Leave a Church?"

In this episode, the teams make their predictions on where their NFL teams will be right now and continue their discussion on the vital signs of a healthy church.