The Church Answers Podcast
The Church Answers Podcast
Show overview
The Church Answers Podcast launched in 2025 and has put out 110 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 45 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a several-times-a-week cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 22 min and 26 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 36 episodes already out so far this year.
From the publisher
The Church Answers Podcast with Thom Rainer is fast-paced, to the point, and sometimes witty. It addresses one question about church life and leadership in just ten minutes. Buckle your seatbelt and take a ride into the world of congregational health in a fun and fascinating way.
Latest Episodes
View all 110 episodesAn Encouraging Word from the Word for Church Leaders
Why Evangelism Is Dying in Most American Churches
Are the Boomers Nones No More?
Are Atheists and Agnostics Really Declining in Number in the United States?
Charles Spurgeon: 8 Clear Convictions about Evangelism in the Local Church (Part 2)
Charles Spurgeon: 8 Clear Convictions about Evangelism in the Local Church (Part 1)
A Church Facilities Wish List
The Five Reasons Church Building Projects Fail – How to Lead Yours to the Finish Line
Vibrant Church: Becoming a Healthy Church in the 21st Century – An Interview with Dr. Danny Akin
Three Major Factors That Determine How Long It Will Take to Implement Change in Your Church
How to Build an Eager Coalition for Change in Your Church
Do you want to lead change in your church? If you do, you will need to build allies and supporters to work alongside you. Jess and Thom share the five most common sources to build an eager coalition. The post How to Build an Eager Coalition for Change in Your Church appeared first on Church Answers.
Five Types of Unmovable Church Members
Change is a challenge in any organization and especially in churches. Jess and Thom discuss the five types of church members who resist change the most. The post Five Types of Unmovable Church Members appeared first on Church Answers.
Why Are Free Will Baptist Church Members So Young? An Interview with Dr. Eddie Moody
It is the outlier denomination. It is the denomination that is young, while the others are decidedly older. Why is this youthfulness taking place? Join Jess and Thom as they talk with Dr. Eddie Moody, Executive Director of the National Association of Free Will Baptists, about this phenomenon. You will be amazed, encouraged. and informed! The post Why Are Free Will Baptist Church Members So Young? An Interview with Dr. Eddie Moody appeared first on Church Answers.
The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 3)
Not all traditions are bad, but some can hinder the work of the church. Jess and Thom share the most common church traditions based on an extensive survey, and why they can be difficult to change. The post The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 3) appeared first on Church Answers.
The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 2)
Not all traditions are bad, but some can hinder the work of the church. Jess and Thom share the most common church traditions based on an extensive survey, and why they can be difficult to change. The post The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 2) appeared first on Church Answers.
The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 1)
Not all traditions are bad, but some can hinder the work of the church. Jess and Thom share the most common church traditions based on an extensive survey, and why they can be difficult to change. The post The Top 10 Immovable Traditions in Many Churches (Part 1) appeared first on Church Answers.
Two Denominations That Are Surprisingly Young
In the previous podcast, Jess and Thom examined the aging and dying denominations. In this podcast, they discuss the two youngest denominations. The post Two Denominations That Are Surprisingly Young appeared first on Church Answers.
Denominations That Are on Red Alert for Rapid Decline
Using a recent study by Ryan Burge, Jess and Thom examine the sobering reality of demographic decline in two groups: the Southern Baptist Convention and non-denominational evangelical churches. The post Denominations That Are on Red Alert for Rapid Decline appeared first on Church Answers.
Creating a Culture of Evangelism in Your Church: An Interview with Jeff Cranston
Thom and Jess interview Pastor Jeff Cranston, Lowcountry Community Church, about creating a culture of evangelism. The post Creating a Culture of Evangelism in Your Church: An Interview with Jeff Cranston appeared first on Church Answers.
Reaching Senior Adults for Christ: An Interview with Jeff Cranston
Thom and Jess welcome Pastor Jeff Cranston from Lowcountry Community Church in South Carolina. The post Reaching Senior Adults for Christ: An Interview with Jeff Cranston appeared first on Church Answers.