The Unstuck Church Podcast with Amy Anderson The 90's Called... They Want Their Core Values Back - Episode 380
Jan 22, 2025
Reflecting on the '90s, the hosts tackle how churches can move beyond superficial core values. They reveal why many traditional values become mere wall art and emphasize the importance of defining actionable behaviors. Leadership plays a crucial role in modeling these behaviors, fostering a culture of curiosity and collaboration. Practical steps are shared for embedding values into church operations, highlighting the need for tangible, observable practices. There’s also a discussion on aligning team culture with genuine mission-driven actions.
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Ineffective Core Values
- Most churches have core values that don't shape their culture.
- Core values should translate into actual behaviors to be effective.
Define Discipleship Outcomes
- Define who you want followers of Jesus in your church to become.
- Use discipleship outcomes or values to describe these desired attributes.
Develop Culture-Shaping Behaviors
- Gather top leaders and describe how your best leaders behave.
- Identify 4-6 behaviors that represent your top performers.