by Sam Rainer | Sep 14, 2014 | Uncategorized
I’m excited to announce that my latest book is now available on Amazon. Obstacles in the Established Church is about how established churches in North America are struggling. But the obituaries are premature. I believe struggling churches can make a difference... 
by Sam Rainer | Jul 17, 2014 | Uncategorized
Today’s post was written by Rob Tims. His new book, Southern Fried Faith, is a great resource for established church leaders in the south. Check out his blog as well. “I don’t know how you put up with it!” This was the statement of a... 
by Sam Rainer | Jul 6, 2014 | Uncategorized
Most of us have entered the twilight zone of worship announcements at some point. A person approaches the pulpit with the same gait as one walking the plank. A piece of paper unfolds, multiple times. The throat clears… loudly. What follows is usually awkward, many... 
by Sam Rainer | Jun 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
This column originally appeared in a local magazine in the region where I pastor. At times, I’ll post the column on this blog. Family night began without incident. My 18-month old and almost four year-old were smiling and laughing. We splurged on ice cream at... 
by Sam Rainer | Jun 17, 2014 | Uncategorized
According to the Social Security Administration, the oldest male name in the United States is Elmer, with a median age of 66. I want to make a point about how younger pastors relate to older generations in the church, so I’ll use Elmer as my example. Let me tell you... 
by Sam Rainer | Apr 10, 2014 | Uncategorized
People talk. They talk behind your back. They talk about you. They talk about your leadership decisions. It’s normative. Expect it. And don’t call this talk gossip. Most of the time it’s not. If you’re a leader, then you probably lean towards being a control freak....
