Hosts: TJ Freeman, Joe Wagner, and Josh MacClaren

Summary: In this episode of Rural Church Renewal, hosts TJ, Joe, and Josh discuss the challenges of implementing change in rural churches. They highlight the importance of patience, understanding congregation dynamics, and pacing oneself. The episode offers personal anecdotes demonstrating how rushing changes can lead to resistance and emphasizes the value of building trust and slowly guiding congregations towards necessary reforms. The conversation also covers practical advice for rural pastors, such as framing expectations realistically and leading with wisdom and compassion.

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Hosts: TJ Freeman, Joe Wagner, and Josh MacClaren

Summary: In this episode of Rural Church Renewal, TJ, Joe, and Josh discuss the significance of deeply held convictions in driving church growth and health, rather than just following plans or models from large churches. They emphasize the importance of being motivated by biblical convictions and genuine love for Jesus and the congregation. Their conversation includes the pitfalls of envy and pragmatic approaches, advocating instead for aligning church activities with core convictions like spiritual fruit, stewardship, and spiritual giftedness. They conclude with the notion that real growth is a consequence of focusing on these biblical principles.

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