by Sam Rainer | Jul 30, 2009 | Uncategorized
I’m excited to be a part of the Connect Conferences occurring this fall around the country. Jason Hayes, Ed Stetzer, my old man, and I will be speaking at the majority of the venues. Michael Kelley, Mark Batterson, and others will also join us at a few stops. The... 
by Sam Rainer | Jul 28, 2009 | Uncategorized
The move to college has long been an exciting time for young adults, and one that is met with mixed emotions from parents. For families of faith, one of the biggest fears is how much negative influence the secular university will have on a young son or daughter. Our... by Sam Rainer | Jul 21, 2009 | Uncategorized
The Economist recently summarized management guru Jim Collins’ new book, How the Mighty Fail. In this research Collins examines some of the “great” companies highlighted in his previous works, Built to Last and Good to Great, that have since severely declined or... by Sam Rainer | Jul 14, 2009 | Uncategorized
The Great Commission requires that we enter into the lives of people. Quality leadership means that you are among those who follow you. Pastors are shepherds that lead by example. These elements of church leadership involve approachability, transparency, and trust. No... 
by Sam Rainer | Jul 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
While researching for an article I am writing for Church Executive, I came across an interesting piece of data: In part reflecting continued and diversifying immigration, America’s racial and ethnic minority populations continue to expand. Moreover, the younger age of... by Sam Rainer | Jul 3, 2009 | Uncategorized
The latest issue of Outreach has hit the stands. It features some good articles on small churches and bi-vocational pastors. You can subscribe to the print edition here. I write the Surprising Insights column in each issue. Here’s an excerpt from my article on the...
