In Preaching Articles: "Church and change" showing 1-15 of 78

8 Ways To Make Church Change Run Smoother

By Charles Stone on May 5, 2017

In your church you’re probably trying to bring change in some way or are contemplating it.

Tags: Change, Healthy Relationship, Church and change, Transitions

3 Keys To Making Change Stick In Your Church

By Charles Stone on Aug 31, 2016

Change is inevitable. And unless a church creates healthy change in itself, it will soon become obsolete.

Tags: leadership, Change, church conflict, Leadership Listening

The Abcs Of Church Change (Always Be Changing Something)

By Sermoncentral on Nov 15, 2019

All living things change. Or they die. The church is no exception to that.

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Tags: Preaching

Why Is It So Difficult To Lead A Church Through Change?

By Rob Pochek on Dec 4, 2018

Everyone says they want change, so what's the problem?

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-10, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Acts 9:3-6, Titus 3:1-5

Tags: Church, leadership, Change, Pastoring

Urgent Church: Nine Changes We Must Make Or Die

By Sermoncentral on Apr 11, 2017

Many of our congregations must change. They must change or they will die.

Tags: Gospel, Prayer, Change, Dying Church

If Your Church Is Drifting And Stuck, Should You Try To Change It From Within?

By Jonathan Herron on Sep 14, 2016

What do you do if you’re a frustrated support staff member of a visionless church? Do you try to change things from within?

Tags: church planting, Church Death, pastoral leadership, Church and change

The Art Of Creating Change In Your Church

By John Bisagno on Jun 7, 2018

Are you making ministry changes according to the latest "church growth" fads or the prompting of the Holy Spirit?

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-49:12

The Five Kinds Of Churches That Must Change Or Die

By Sermoncentral on Jun 10, 2016

Okay, I have some tough news for you who are members or leaders of about 100,000 churches in America. Change or die.

Tags: Change, Church Growth, Reality, Dying Church

6 Benefits To Not Changing Churches

By Dean Shriver on Dec 12, 2011

Thinking about moving to another church? Before you do, consider the benefits of "not" changing churches.

Scripture: Colossians 3:13-14, Colossians 3:13

Tags: Ministry, Church, mistakes, affliction, Leave  (view more)  (view less)

The First Step In Bringing Change To Your Church

By John Holm on Dec 30, 2013

Change is difficult under the best of circumstances. Here's how to soften the blow and prepare your people.

Tags: Leader, Guide, difficult, Change

The 4 Most Overlooked Realities Of A Healthy Church Turnaround

By Sermoncentral on Nov 19, 2016

Many pastors say “I want this church to turn around”, when what we really mean is “I want this church to get bigger.” Those are two different goals.

Tags: Church, Church Health, Church and change, A changed heart

How To Lead People-Friendly Change In Your Church

By Sermoncentral on Sep 15, 2016

I’ve been studying the art of change management lately and wanted to share a process with you that could save you a lot of grief the next time you think about a change in your church’s programs or procedures.

Tags: Communication, leadership, Change, Resilience

The Church Revolution

By Sermoncentral on Aug 5, 2013

Watch the Back to Church video that's changing the way people think about the church!

Tags: revolution, back to church

Why Growth Is Harder In A Small Church – And Change Is Essential

By Sermoncentral on Apr 30, 2021

Big churches find it much easier to incorporate new people because the bigger the crowd, the smaller the impact each person has.

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:19-20

Tags: Change, Visitors, Small Church, Christ in us

6 Brain Barriers To Healthy Church Change

By Charles Stone on May 23, 2017

Leaders often run into invisible brain barriers when they attempt change. Ignoring them can slow or stonewall a progress.

Tags: leadership, Change, Personal Growth, Overcoming Barriers