EST. - For the Established Church with Sam Rainer and Josh King

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Good Questions To Consider When Being Hired By A Church: Part 2 (Ep. 263) Dec 10, 2021

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A great reshuffling is occurring in ministry. Many pastors and church leaders are considering leaving. Many churches are looking to hire. On this episode, Josh and Sam discuss what you should consider before being hired. What is reasonable to expect from the church and what is unreasonable? We dive into preparing for the interview and how to research a potential church position.
Episode Sponsor:
On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from around the country will gather on the campus of Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God's church can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God's people in every area of ministry, this gathering is a place where you can be empowered to live your calling, wherever God has called you. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24, and learn more at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

Good Questions To Consider When Making A Church Hiring Decision: Part 1 (Ep. 262) Dec 03, 2021

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A great reshuffling is occurring in ministry. Many pastors and church leaders are considering leaving. Many churches are looking to hire. On this episode, Josh and Sam discuss what you should consider when making a hire. We discuss some simple tactics that can make a big difference in discovering the right person.
Episode Sponsor:
On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from around the country will gather on the campus of Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God's church can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God's people in every area of ministry, this gathering is a place where you can be empowered to live your calling, wherever God has called you. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24, and learn more at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

The Hardest Part Of Preaching Sermons (Ep. 261) Nov 26, 2021

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Preaching isn't easy. On this episode, Josh and Sam discuss what they believe to be the hardest parts of communicating God's Word through a sermon. All of the Bible is preachable, but not every part is easy to teach. We cover the delivery of sermons, the concepts in writing sermons, and the best way to apply sermons through illustrations.
Episode Sponsor:
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Visit texasbaptist.com to learn more.

Business Principles In The Church - Yes or No? (Ep. 260) Nov 19, 2021

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The church is not a business, but business principles can help the church. How can you discern which aspects of business to incorporate into the life of the church? Mac Mayer from Life Church in Boise, ID joins the show with Josh and Sam to discuss. On this episode, we cover issues of pace, strategy, stewardship, and branding.
Episode Sponsor:
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Visit texasbaptist.com to learn more.

The Most Expensive Discipleship Tool & Why It's Neglected (Ep. 259) Nov 12, 2021

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Your church facilities are the most expensive discipleship tool. Why are they often neglected? Josh and Sam discuss their top ten reasons why facilities are important and how not to overlook them.
Episode Sponsor:
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Visit texasbaptist.com to learn more.

Retreats & Getting Away With Leaders (Ep. 258) Nov 05, 2021

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Whether you have paid staff or volunteer leaders, it's a good idea to have a retreat with your team. A change of pace and new scenery are good for creativity and thinking differently. On this episode, Josh and Sam discuss where you should go, how you can pay for the retreat, and designing the purpose of the retreat.
Episode Sponsor:
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Visit texasbaptist.com to learn more.

Receiving & Giving Criticism In The Church Without Losing The Relationship (Ep. 257) Oct 29, 2021

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Don't avoid awkward conversations. Good leaders take the initiative with tough conversations. What are some ways to receive and give criticism in a way that is helpful and not hurtful? Jonathan Smith joins the show with Josh and Sam to discuss ways to have difficult conversations without losing a relationship with someone.
Episode Sponsor:
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Visit texasbaptist.com to learn more.

The Pastor's Vacation Survival Guide (Ep. 256) Oct 22, 2021

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Do you plan your vacations months in advance? You should. On this episode, Josh and Sam discuss key ways to get the most out of your vacation. You can prepare for your vacation to minimize interruptions and maximize family time.
Episode Sponsor:
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Visit texasbaptist.com to learn more.

A Small Small Group Podcast (Ep. 255) Oct 15, 2021

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David Raney, Executive Pastor with Second Baptist Conway, joins the show to discuss a simple tool that any pastor can use to help create culture, develop Small Group Leaders and communicate more clearly.
Episode Sponsor:
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Visit texasbaptist.com to learn more.

Issues of Integrity: How to Know Which Hill to Die On (Ep. 254) Oct 08, 2021

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Churches and pastors can fight. Sometimes these battles are worth it. Many times they are not. How can you make sure you're fighting the right battles? On this episode, Josh and Sam discuss issues of integrity. They discuss how you can make sure you have the right information before making assumptions of others. They also get into how you can check your motives before making a stink out of an issue.
Episode Sponsor:
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Visit texasbaptist.com to learn more.

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