Podcasts about healthy church

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This Podcast was previously released June 24, 2025: John Finkelde has over 40 years of experience in ministry. He has done it all when it comes to leading a healthy church. As lead pastor at C3 Church Hepburn Heights, Perth, Australia, John led the church through a generational renewal that saw it grow, while also planting a new church every three years and moving to a purpose-built, multi-million-dollar worship centre.In 2012, John founded Grow a Healthy Church and has conducted over 170 on-site and online church consultations in Australia, the UK, Europe, and New Zealand to glowing reviews.John joins Dale on today's 95Podcast to discuss the importance of taking care of your physical and mental health, along with emphasizing the value of financially planning for retirement.Show Notes: https://95network.org/95podcast-343-summary-pastoral-rest-that-lasts-how-dale-sellers-john-finkelde-help-pastors-build-a-sustainable-rhythm-days-off-sabbath-vacation-margin-episode-343/Support the show

Let's be honest—most church leaders don't enter ministry because they love spreadsheets and budgets. But we know that healthy ministries require healthy stewardship. Eddie Urbine joins the podcast to share simple but essential principles for managing church finances with wisdom, transparency, and integrity. From creating sustainable budgets to building trust through accountability, this episode is packed with helpful advice. Whether you're a pastor, finance volunteer, or church administrator, this conversation offers real-world insight to help your ministry thrive.

Listen-in to today's This Day In The Word radio teaching broadcast, "3 Marks of a Healthy Church," and let's see what God's Word has to say.

Church growth is a gift, but it comes with real challenges. In Acts 6, the early church faced a crisis when rapid growth caused some of its most vulnerable members to be overlooked. Rather than slowing down or shutting the doors, the apostles restructured, delegated responsibility, and built a team capable of caring for everyone. The result was not less growth but more. A healthy church grows relationally, not just numerically, and every believer plays a role in making sure no one slips through the cracks. That means connecting with people you do not know yet, interceding for one another, inviting people into your everyday life, and serving where there is a need. Rest is also part of the equation, because sustainable faithfulness matters more than burning out. The mission has not changed: making disciples who carry the presence of Jesus into every area of life.Support the show

This message will look at the decision and process of appointing deacons. We will also focus on various giftings and callings. Acts 6:1-7 Sermon Notes

Welcome to ONE* Church Online! We are so excited you are here with us today for part 8 of our new series "Acts" with our Lead Pastor Jamie Hollister!

Jun 14/26 | Characteristics of a Healthy Church Family | 1 Tim 5:1-6:2 | Glen Kyle by Hope Bible Church Kelowna

Message from Pastor Lynn on June 7, 2026

What's the key to planting a church that actually lasts? In this episode, Pastor Monty sits down with Dr. Rod Plummer to unpack the 24-year history of Lifehouse Church in Tokyo. Discover the seven essential keys to a successful church plant, which make sure your church is accessible to the culture and planted firmly in the local soil. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your leadership, this conversation provides a practical framework for building a thriving, sustainable movement in any culture.Learn how to reach the unreached, build healthy local churches, and raise up the next generation of leaders no matter where you are in the world. Join Pastor Rod Plummer, his team, and leaders from around the world as they discuss missions, ministry, and reaching more people with the message of Jesus.Subscribe to Innovative Missions with Pastor Rod Plummer and Team on your favorite audio platform (https://therodcast.captivate.fm/listen) and on YouTube subscribe & turn on bell notifications to get notified as soon as future episodes release.About Pastor Rod PlummerPs Rod and Viv Plummer live in Tokyo, Japan and are true pioneers with a passion for reaching every person with Gods' message. Senior Pastors of Lifehouse International Church they oversee all of Lifehouse's churches across Japan and Asia. Their heart is to inspire, mentor, and equip hundreds of young Japanese and foreign leaders to minister to the needs of people not only in the greater Tokyo area, but throughout Japan, Asia and beyond.More about Pastor Rod: https://rodplummer.com/about-rod/Connect with Pastor Rod PlummerWebsite: http://rodplummer.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/rodplummerMore about Lifehouse ChurchUnder Pastor Rod's leadership, Lifehouse Church has grown from a team of 16 to thousands of weekly attendees across Japan and Asia and thousands of people reached with the gospel every year.Find out more at http://mylifehouse.com

This week we conclude our series thru the book of Titus called "Healthy Church". This weeks message is from Pastor Cole Tawney called “Healthy Mission”. As followers of Jesus Christ may we embrace the “mission” of the gospel for our church and our lives as we see the truths of Christ reaching the ends of the earth here in our community. Thanks for watching!

1 CORINTHIANS 16: 1-12 pt. 2 Listen to the entire series & follow Chalcedon Presbyterian Church: http://www.chalcedon.org

1 Thessalonians 5:12-24 (Sylvester Siu)

Message from Greg Neal on May 28, 2026

What does it really mean to be a healthy church member — not just personally, but as a family?In this message, “I Will Lead My Family to Be Healthy Church Members,” we continue our series on the church and biblical membership by exploring God's design for the church as a spiritual family. Drawing from Ephesians and 1 Corinthians, this sermon challenges believers to move beyond casual attendance and into joyful commitment, service, worship, prayer, forgiveness, and unconditional love within the body of Christ.This message covers:• Why church involvement becomes “messy” — and why that's normal• The church as a family, not just an institution• How serving exposes both the imperfections of others and ourselves• Why your family is your first mission field• The importance of worshipping, praying, and serving together as a household• How gossip and criticism can quietly damage church unity at home• Christ's call to love the church unconditionally as His brideWhether you're raising children, leading a household, single, newly planted in a church, or rebuilding your relationship with the local church, this message offers a practical and biblical reminder that healthy churches are built by healthy, committed members who choose to love and serve like Christ.“Your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” — 1 Corinthians 15:58

What does authentic Christian community actually look like in a world marked by loneliness, division, and self-centered living? In Acts 2, we see the birth of the first local church—and discover a Spirit-filled community radically shaped by devotion to Jesus and love for one another. In this message, Pastor Curtis walks through Acts 2:42–47 and explores four characteristics of a healthy church community: a learning church, a loving church, a worshipping church, and an evangelistic church. As modern culture grows increasingly disconnected, Scripture gives us a vision for genuine community rooted in truth, sacrifice, worship, and Gospel witness. After Pentecost, thousands turned to Christ and publicly identified with Him through baptism. But their new life in Jesus did not stop at conversion. Luke gives us a picture of what happened next: believers devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching, cared for one another sacrificially, worshipped God with glad hearts, and boldly lived as witnesses to the saving work of Christ. This passage reminds us that healthy Christian community is not built on convenience or personal preference, but on devotion—to God's Word, to one another, and to the mission of Jesus. In an age increasingly shaped by artificial connection and distorted truth, the church is called to offer something real: authentic relationships, genuine love, and the unchanging truth of the Gospel. Most importantly, this message points us to Jesus Christ—the One who gave Himself for us so that we could be forgiven, made new, and brought into the family of God. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus removes our sin, guilt, and shame, and calls us into a new way of life marked by devotion, worship, and love for others. We'd love to invite you to join us at Harvest Church in Arroyo Grande as we grow together in God's Word, worship Jesus, and walk in authentic Christian community. Whether you've followed Christ for years or are simply exploring faith, there's a place for you here. Join us Sundays at 9am & 11am. For more information, visit www.agharvest.org.

Pastor Chris Correa

This week we continue our series thru the book of Titus called "Healthy Church". This weeks message is from Pastor Josh Miller called “Healthy Spirit Awareness”. A healthy church has an awareness of the Holy Spirit and continually depends on His saving and renewing work. Thanks for watching!

What does it take to lead a healthy church? In this standalone message from Titus 1:5-9, we explore the life and character of a shepherd — and why the health of a church is so deeply tied to the health of its leaders. The Apostle Paul's instructions to Titus aren't just a checklist for eldership; they're a picture of what it looks like when a man is genuinely formed by the gospel and submitted to Jesus, the Chief Shepherd. We'll see that healthy churches don't happen by accident — they're shaped by men who cling to the gospel, lead with integrity, and prove their character at home before they prove it anywhere else. Whether you're in church leadership, considering it, or simply want to understand what faithful shepherding looks like, this message offers a grounding and honest look at the calling, the character, and the cost of leading God's people well.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.orgConnect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity!Instagram: @integrity_churchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/

A Healthy Church Commits to Sound Doctrine (1 Timothy 4:1-11) Pastor Matthew Walker

Sun, 17 May 2026 10:00:00 EDT https://www.substance-church.org/sermons/marks-

This week we continue our series thru the book of Titus called "Healthy Church". This weeks message is from Pastor Cole Tawney called “Healthy Witness”. As followers of Jesus Christ we are called to be a witness for the gospel with our words in ways that will be compassionate and kind, remembering that we once were lost. Thanks for watching!

Chip Judd and Joey Svendsen sit down with Chip and Christy Henderson for an honest conversation about mental health in ministry. The Henderson's share their testimony of leading a church without addressing the roots of anxiety and depression, the detriments of painful childhood experiences, and marital struggle. It's a redemption story that easily could have gone the other way, a profound reminder that leaders cannot guide others toward wholeness while ignoring their own wounds. Real growth requires self-reflection, humility, and the courage to seek help.At the top of the episode, Jack, Joey, and Lynne have some dialogue around "pastoral calling" and how that calling is impacted by moral failure, including if and when a pastor should be reinstated into ministry.For Part 2 of this Episode | YouTube | Apple PodcastOn this episode:Pastor Chip Judd | InstagramPastor Chip Henderson | Instagram Christy Henderson | InstagramPinelake ChurchHosts: Jack Hoey III | Lynne Stroy | Joey SvendsenSeacoast Podcast is now onInstagramBe a Patron of the podcast We have a YouTube Channel for videos of all episodes since Jan. 2024. We'd love to hear from you.  E-mail Joey HERE. Producer/Editor/host: Joey SvendsenSound Engineer/Editor: Katelyn Vandiver

In the first week of our series through 1 Timothy, Pastor Jim invited us to consider what makes a healthy church. Through 1 Timothy 1, we were reminded that healthy doctrine produces healthy disciples, and that what we believe ultimately shapes what we become.

In the first week of our series through 1 Timothy, Pastor Jim invited us to consider what makes a healthy church. Through 1 Timothy 1, we were reminded that healthy doctrine produces healthy disciples, and that what we believe ultimately shapes what we become.

This week we continue our series thru the book of Titus called "Healthy Church". This weeks message is from Pastor Cole Tawney called “Healthy Sanctification”. As followers of Jesus Christ we live between the “already” of God's first appearance and the “not yet” of His second as His children who are called into a life of “training” in the here and now of our daily lives. Thanks for watching!

This week we continue our series thru the book of Titus called "Healthy Church". This weeks message is from Pastor Cole Tawney called “Healthy Disciple Making”. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to go and “make disciples” which means that our own knowledge and spiritual growth does not end with us, but instead is the continuing story in others. Thanks for watching!

Is the church a tradition created to serve man's religious purposes or is it something more? In a world of competing voices about the relevance of the church, we need a thorough biblical understanding of what makes up a church. Theologian Dr. Gene Getz will help us to learn how God defines and measures a healthy church. Don't miss this essential edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks! Featured resource:The Measure of a Healthy Church e-book by Gene A. Getz April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000 (annually or $83/month), click here.

What if the church's approach to relationships between men and women has been doing more harm than good? In this episode, we sit down with author Bronwyn Lea to unpack the ideas behind her book Beyond Awkward Side Hugs — a thoughtful challenge to the rules-heavy, fear-driven culture that has left many Christians, especially singles, feeling like second-class members of the body of Christ. Bronwyn makes the case that healthy, embodied community isn't built on caution tape and rigid boundaries, but on an inner transformation of character that allows men and women to relate to one another as true brothers and sisters in Christ. We also dig into some of the more countercultural ideas in Bronwyn's work — from the healing power of non-sexual touch, to what it truly means to be a "friend to a marriage," to how church leaders can break down gender silos and create the conditions for genuine belonging. As loneliness reaches epidemic levels in our culture, Bronwyn argues the church is uniquely positioned to a powerful antidote  — but only if it's willing to move past awkwardness and into authentic, whole-person community. This is a conversation that will challenge how you think about friendship, integrity, and what it truly means to live as brothers and sisters in Christ. More from Bronwyn Lea on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn Find Bronwyn's book Beyond Awkward Side Hugs: Living as Christian Brothers and Sisters in a Sex-Crazed World    More about Dr. Carol Ministries: Dr. Carol Ministries In-Person Intensives. A multi-day way to experience true healing and wholeness in a safe environment as you unpack your story around intimacy and relationships while inviting Jesus to be part of that story.    Individual coaching with Dr. Carol provides a one-on-one format to help you navigate your personal journey through practical encouragement and scriptural based perspective.   Dr. Carol loves to hear from you! You can send a confidential message here. 

This week, Pastor Chris continued in our Driven by Eternity series with a message from 1 Thessalonians describing the marks of a healthy church, beginning with the foundational truth that we are chosen by God and empowered by the gospel through the Holy Spirit. Such a church reflects Christ by imitating His example, enduring hardship with joy, and demonstrating genuine transformation in both character and conduct. Ultimately, a healthy church lives under Christ's lordship and eagerly awaits His return, anchoring its hope in His saving work and promised future.

This week we continue our series thru the book of Titus called "Healthy Church". This weeks message is from Pastor Cole Tawney called “Healthy Doctrine”. As followers of Jesus we must care deeply about our doctrine (what we believe) especially about the core tenets of the gospel as there will always be false ideas pressuring our faith. Thanks for watching!

If you have ever suffered physically from something for an extended period of time and then finally healed of it, you know what healthy versus unhealthy feels like. As we continue in Matthew chapter 12, we find the attacks intensify against Jesus. Now, in this latest attack, we see what a healthy church and faith actually look like. Join me as Jesus heals the man with the withered hand. Should be interesting. ———————————————————————————————If you'd like this message's notes, click the link here!

We're kicking off a brand new series through the book of First Epistle to Timothy called Building a Healthy Church.What actually makes a church healthy?Is it the building? The size? The programs?In this message, we walk through the opening of Paul's letter and uncover three foundational truths that define a healthy, thriving church:The authority of God's WordThe importance of deep, Christ-centered relationshipsThe daily need for God's grace, mercy, and peaceThis letter was written to a young pastor facing real challenges—false teaching, lack of leadership, and confusion in the church. And yet, the encouragement Paul gives is just as relevant for us today.A healthy church isn't about the building—it's about the people.If we want to grow, we must ask:Are we aligned with Scripture?Are we walking in real relationships?Are we depending on God's grace daily?Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1–2If this message encouraged you, share it with someone and join us as we walk through this series together.At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ.  We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to following the truth of God's Word.  We welcome you to come as you are, from wherever you've been, and join us!To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://riveroakchurch.org/give/Support the show

Healthy Church Panel Promo - HCP 298On this podcast Larry, Heidi and Drew discuss recent guests, great conversations and the upcoming panel happening at Antioch Baptist on April 22, 2026 in Conway, AR at 9am. Different aspects of a life in Christ are mentioned (Disciplines, Physical Health, Soul Health, Rest, etc..)You can email us at info@healthychurchpodcast.com orTo find more information about The Healthy Church Podcast go to:http://www.healthychurchpodcast.comor find us on FaceBook!

Pastor Ben teaches from Acts 11 and shows what a healthy, world-changing church actually looks like. In this passage, we see that it begins with ordinary people whose lives have been transformed by Jesus and who cannot help but share that hope with others. As the Church lives this out, lives are changed, communities are formed, and the Gospel continues to advance. Key Verses // Acts 11 — Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/dc/give — Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more messages https://www.youtube.com/passioncitychurchdc — Follow along with Passion City Church DC: https://www.instagram.com/passioncitydc — Follow along with Pastor Ben Stuart: https://www.instagram.com/ben_stuart_ — Passion City Church is a Jesus church with locations in Atlanta and Washington D.C. For more info on Passion, visit https://passioncitychurch.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, we dive into your questions, while also sharing a Bible study on Philippians, where I address, “Living as a Healthy Church.” I encourage listeners to slow down and take in the beauty of comfort, consolation, fellowship, affection and mercy, in such a way that welcomes our hearts to recieve the nurishment and health we […]

This week, Pastor Chris began our new sermon series, Driven by Eternity, with a message on how a healthy church is shaped by the certainty of Christ's return—living with watchful hope rather than speculation and ordering its life around obedience to Him. Marked by grace and peace, a healthy church becomes a praying and thankful community whose faith is active, whose love is visible, and whose hope endures even in a troubled world. Anchored in the promise that Jesus will come again, such a church pursues holiness, proclaims the gospel with urgency, and lives in joyful anticipation of redemption.

In this message from Acts 9, Pastor Tim Dunn explores how Jesus builds His church through discipleship, the presence of God, the fear of the Lord, and Spirit-filled obedience. If you've been searching for spiritual growth, purpose, revival, or a biblical vision of the church, this message offers practical encouragement and a call to deeper faith.

Thom interviews Dr. Danny Akin, the president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, about his new book, Vibrant Church. The post Vibrant Church: Becoming a Healthy Church in the 21st Century – An Interview with Dr. Danny Akin appeared first on Church Answers.

Recently I got to take a last-minute trip to Lima, Peru for one of my dad's crusades—something that, as a mom of three, I don't always get the chance to do as much as I used to. While we were there I sat down with pastor and longtime family friend, Skip Heitzig. Skip is no stranger to Fearless, but today's episode felt different. During this candid—and honestly, pretty unplanned—conversation, Skip and I hit on everything from his friendship with my dad and the many adventures in ministry they've been on together to the signs of health we should all be looking for in a church home. Skip also shared why he offers a Gospel invitation every time he preaches, and encouraged pastors and all ministry leaders to preach the Word, not some trendy, watered-down version of the Gospel. Wherever you're at today, this is a conversation I pray will strengthen you, convict you if needed, and challenge you during these uncertain times. God is moving in so many ways right now, and, like Skip's life is a testament to, God is able to do so much more than we could ever imagine when we're willing to follow where He leads. 

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What is the relationship between family and church — and how important should church be in the family's priorities? If the church itself is a family, how does the natural family fit into it…without getting erased? How much should Sunday revolve around church (and the rest of the week)? What are the ways dad should be engaging at church — and how can every member of the household find a place and get involved?