The Real Difference Between Growing and Declining Churches: Thom Rainer on What Reaches The Anxious Generation

06 Nov 2025 • 63 min • EN
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Thom Rainer explains the difference he's discovered between what growing churches do and what declining churches do. It's simpler than you think. Plus, how can you help the Anxious Generation feel comfortable coming to church? Thom explains what the research reveals. 🔗   Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life.  Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes   FUND THE FUTURE MASTERCLASS You cast vision. You preach faithfully. But when it comes to finances and generational giving, you hit a wall. That's exactly why me, Craig Groeschel, Chris Hodges, Ashley Wooldridge, Dan Clark, and others created Fund the Future Masterclass — a step-by-step program to shift your church from transactional giving to transformational generosity.  Enrollment is open now. BELAY Discover exactly what to hand off so you can focus on your calling — not content calendars. Download BELAY's free resource: "15 Tasks a Pastor Can Delegate to a Marketing Assistant." Text the word CAREY to 55123 for your free download.   Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network  

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