by Sam Rainer | May 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
When a World War II veteran wants to open up, I listen. There are too few of them left. The ones still with us don’t often speak of their experiences. And as a Millennial, I’m far removed from their generation and know little about the world that shaped them.... 
by Sam Rainer | May 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
http://www.westbradenton.org/assets/2079/170521_dntg_elijah_listens.mp3 This sermon series is based on Old Testament characters. The point of the series is to explain how God draws us near. This sermon covers the character of Elijah. In the commotion of... 
by Sam Rainer | May 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
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by Sam Rainer | May 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
This week I defend my dissertation. Finally. Assuming all goes well, I’ll earn a Ph.D. in leadership. I look forward to playing with my children and sleeping once again. I’m grateful to Dallas Baptist University and Dr. Adam Wright, my committee... by Sam Rainer | May 16, 2017 | Uncategorized
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by Sam Rainer | May 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
A statistic looms over my denomination: About 80% of our churches are either declining or plateaued. I want to be part of the solution, not part of the problem. I’m doing my best to shepherd my church to be more effective at reaching and keeping people. It’s...
