GrowLeader Podcast with Chris Hodges

79 | 7 Things Growing Churches Are Doing in 2025 - Chris Hodges

Jul 7, 2025
Discover the heartwarming insights behind a new book filled with life principles framed as letters for future generations. Explore evolving strategies that prioritize authentic spiritual experiences over mere entertainment in churches. Learn the importance of corporate prayer and community-building in creating a life-giving culture. Uncover key practices that growing churches will adopt by 2025, focusing on leadership development and fostering meaningful connections among congregants. It's a heartfelt call for transformation in church dynamics!
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ANECDOTE

Chris Hodges' Grand Camp Story

  • Chris Hodges created a grand camp for his grandkids aged six and older to spend a week apart from their parents.
  • Activities included golf clinics, swimming in lakes, hiking, and bonding through shared experiences and matching t-shirts.
ADVICE

Preaching to the Spiritually Hungry

  • Assume people attending church are spiritually hungry rather than skeptical to preach differently.
  • Plan services prioritizing genuine worship, prayer, and encounters with God over just entertainment or production value.
ADVICE

Plan for the Unplanned Moments

  • Be willing to pause a church service if prompted by the Holy Spirit for prayer or spiritual moments.
  • Allowing unplanned breaks creates authenticity and deeper engagement with the congregation.
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