by Sam Rainer | Mar 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
http://www.westbradenton.org/assets/2079/170226_i_will_worship.mp3 I began a new series on Sunday: “I Will . . .” This series covers seven expectations of every church member, and this week’s topic is “Worship.” A worshiping church desires God, not... 
by Sam Rainer | Mar 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
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by Sam Rainer | Feb 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
A few years ago, I encountered my first transgender guest at church. Our transgender guest was similar to other guests. He was looking to fill a void in his life. The dark problems plaguing his soul were many of the same problems others experienced. For one, he... by Sam Rainer | Feb 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
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by Sam Rainer | Feb 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
Much about church giving is changing. Worship attendance, conversions, and baptisms are often the most scrutinized metrics, but giving trends are close behind. Below are five macro trends that are affecting most churches in the United States. Trend 1:... 
by Sam Rainer | Feb 16, 2017 | Uncategorized
Three notable articles I read this week: Greg Atkinson – 6 markers of especially welcoming churches. In this article, Greg provides six ways every church can be more welcoming. Ronnie Floyd – Pastor, talk to your church about America. “Pastor, stop thinking you...
