Revitalize and Replant
Your church doesn’t have to die. God is moving, even in the most difficult places. The Revitalize and Replant podcast equips pastors to take their churches from declining to thriving by pointing them to a new future and a new hope. Tune in for weekly encouragement and practical advice for your pastoring journey.
Latest episodes
May 30, 2023 • 26min
Am I Ready to Be a Revitalizing Pastor?, Part 2
1. Will I be a continuous learner?
2. Will I be content?
3. Will I be Jesus’ example in my community?
4. Will I take care of my family?
May 25, 2023 • 24min
Am I Ready to Be a Revitalizing Pastor?, Part 1
1. Will I pray daily for my church, her members, and my own leadership?
2. Will I see this opportunity as a mission field?
3. Will I make a commitment for the long haul?
4. Will I love my critics and those who leave the church?
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Biblical Church Revitalization by Brian Croft
May 23, 2023 • 22min
13 Characteristics of Revitalizing Pastors, Part 6
Willingness to Confront
Confront over theology
Confront over sin
Confront over methodology
Confront over personality
Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Anatomy of a Revived Church by Thom Rainer
May 18, 2023 • 23min
13 Characteristics of Revitalizing Pastors, Part 5
Affinity for Multi-Generational Ministry
Respect for a Church’s Legacy
To learn more about becoming a replanting pastor, or to explore resources about revitalization for your own church, visit https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/
May 16, 2023 • 21min
13 Characteristics of Revitalizing Pastors, Part 4
Initiative
Emotional Intelligence
To learn more about becoming a replanting pastor, or to explore resources about revitalization for your own church, visit https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/
May 11, 2023 • 20min
13 Characteristics of Revitalizing Pastors, Part 3
Resourceful Generalist
Tactical Patience
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Songs from Joyland by Mark Hallock
May 9, 2023 • 24min
13 Characteristics of Revitalizing Pastors, Part 2
Organizational Awareness
Pastoral Grit
Spousal Perseverance
May 4, 2023 • 23min
13 Characteristics of Revitalizing Pastors
This is the first-part in an upcoming series covering the 13 Characteristics of a Revitalizing Pastor. Mark Clifton and Dan Hurst are joined by special guest Mark Hallock to cover:
Visionary Shepherd
Gospel Orientation
Missional Focus
Resources mentioned in this podcast:
“Replanters are Visionary Shepherds” by Mark Hallock
“Essential Characteristics of Effective Replanters: Gospel Orientation” by Bob Bickford
Essential Characteristics of Effective Replanters: Missional Focus by Keelan Cook
Part 1
Part 2
May 2, 2023 • 23min
Sermon Preparation in Revitalization
What to preach
How much time to spend
Collaboration with others in sermon prep
Trusting the Holy Spirit
Seeking honest evaluation
Helpful Resources
Who Will Preach? By Mark Hallock
Preach by Mark Dever
Apr 27, 2023 • 22min
5 Things You Can Do to Immediately Improve Your Building
Deal with the outside look.
Deal with restrooms & children’s area
Address audio and video
Consider the imaging your church is projecting with its signs and graphics.
Be aware of bad or weird smells
