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EnduringChurches
Enduring Churches Podcast with Alan and Trent
Christianity
Non-Profit
English
Alan and Trent are pastors helping churches and leaders make a difference and last.
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100
24 November 2025
Episode 353: Interview With Dr. Matthew Tanner
Episode 353: Interview With Dr. Matthew Tanne Get The Wounded Pastor bookWebsite
24 min
18 November 2025
Episode352: Look Under the Hood
Episode 352: Look under the hoodFor knowledge, we need to know where things are... for example, my car battery is under my passenger seat...For maintenance and prevention, we need to stop and take time to gain perspective.For repairs - what is broken or not working rightFor a rebuild - sometimes we recognize we have to start over.
20 min
10 November 2025
Episode 351: The Church Being the Church
Episode 351: The Church Being the ChurchHow can we care for people?Value all people highly. Jesus does. Open a/partner with local food pantries to help provide basic needs. Be uncompromising in our gospel witness. Consider teaching essential work skills and offering counseling services to individuals. Establish clear guidelines to determine how your church can effectively meet the needs of its...
18 min
03 November 2025
Episode 350: How to Lead Change
Episode 350: How to Lead ChangeIn our words:I see something that needs to changeI know where we need to changeI think about the timing of the changeI recognize why this change will be hardI enlist people who share my heartI address the "elephants in the room" lovingly but firmlyI acknowledge failure is an option, but so is success.I stay the course long enough to gain a clear picture of the...
24 min
27 October 2025
Episode 349: How to Talk About Church Finances
Episode 349: How to Talk About Church Finances Have an open and transparent perspective on church financesAvoid apologizing for talking about the subjectPreach and teach on the subject naturallyWhen it's in the textWhen it's a good illustrationWhen there's a specific needAccept responsibility for being the primary spokesman for your church's finances.Share stories of God's faithfulnessKeep...
24 min
20 October 2025
Episode 348: How To Plan For Revival
Episode 348: How To Plan For Revival What is revivalMalcolm McDow and Alvin Reid "revival is God's invasion into the lives of one or more off His people in order to awaken them spiritually for Kingdom ministry."personalInstitutionalRegionalspecialized - like youth ie Jesus MovementnationalglobalJonathon Edward's 5 signs of revivalIncreased esteem for the true Jesus: People have a greater love and...
21 min
13 October 2025
Episode 347: How to Lead An Invitation
Episode 347: How to Lead An InvitationBefore you ever preach: Spend significant time praying and asking what God wants his people to do. The Response begins before the invitation time.Ask people to start responding long before you actually give the invitation. Don't be too quick - you can take your time Many pastors through in a phrase or 2. Some end by saying that's all I have Let the scripture...
22 min
06 October 2025
Episode 346: How to Keep Volunteers Engaged....
Episode 346: How to Keep Volunteers Engaged.... How can we say thanks - Children's minister example 1. Words of thanks 2. Meaningful personalized gifts 3. Experiences with youTake them to a conferenceA concertA nice dinner 4. Ask them what they need to be great - Equipping volunteers shows that you care and want the best for them. It also shows that you believe they are valuable to the...
24 min
29 September 2025
Episode 345: How To Train Sunday School Teachers
Episode 345: How To Train Sunday School Teachers Five steps for Sunday School Growth (Arthur Flake)1. Know the possibilitiesChurch leaders need to put together their expectationsWhat is Sunday School/small groups supposed to accomplish EvangelismDiscipleshipSupport2. Enlarge the organizationmultiplying classes Church leaders need to consistently share about the importance of Sunday School/small...
22 min
22 September 2025
Episode 344: How to Care For Orphans and Widows
Episode 344: How to Care For Orphans and Widows Recognize that you have widows and /or orphans in your church and community. Single Moms (and single dads)Caring For WidowsBe intentional. Assign specific people to serve specific widows. Call them. Send cards. Help them with home and auto repairs. Visit and take meals. Give them a hug. Hold their hand.Widow and widower banquetsCaring for...
24 min