Best Kevin Clifton Podcasts (2024)

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Can We Predict Future Church Attendance by Race, Age, Gender, Education, and Income? 11:44

1h ago11:44

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While Americans’ demographics can’t always predict future church commitment, a couple of areas are beginning to show some correlation. Jess and Thom examine these two areas. Resources: Chaney & Associates Know Your Community “Why Were People Attending Church More (or Less) in 2022 vs 2020?” by Ryan Burge FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insight…

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Church Members Who Do This One Thing Will Be Your Most Committed Members 12:49

5h ago12:49

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Thom and Jess examine factors that predict church member commitment. You might be surprised that one factor predicts commitment more than others. Resources: Chaney & Associates “Why Were People Attending Church More (or Less) in 2022 vs 2020?” by Ryan Burge Craft Book Publishing FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights The Everything Church Re…

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Do Conservative Christians REALLY Attend Church More Frequently? 12:32

1h ago12:32

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Since 1970, when Dean Kelley wrote “Why Conservative Churches Are Growing,” many people have assumed that conservative Christians attend church more frequently over 50 years later. Thom and Jess provide the facts about this assumption. Resources: Chaney & Associates “Why Conservative Churches Are Growing” by Dean Kelley (affiliate link) Know Your B…

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Why “The Anxious Generation” May Be One of the Most Important Ministry Books Written – Part 3: Do Churches Stand a Chance of Reaching Gen Z? 10:59

7d ago10:59

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“The Anxious Generation” is written by an atheistic Jew, but it has a powerful message for ministering to Gen Z and Gen Alpha. In this last of three parts, Thom examines how few young people attend church and why Matthew 9 must be our direct response. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt (affiliate link) FREE Re…

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Why “The Anxious Generation” May Be One of the Most Important Ministry Books Written – Part 2: The Smartphone is the New Cigarette 11:15

7d ago11:15

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“The Anxious Generation” is written by an atheistic Jew, but it has a powerful message for ministering to Gen Z and Gen Alpha. In this second of three parts, Thom looks at the addictive powers of the smartphone and how churches must respond. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt (affiliate link) The Everything Ch…

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Why “The Anxious Generation” May Be One of the Most Important Ministry Books Written – Part 1: The Agonizing Pain of a Generation 11:03

22h ago11:03

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“The Anxious Generation” is written by an atheistic Jew, but it has a powerful message for ministering to Gen Z and Gen Alpha. In this first of three parts, Thom reviews the pain this generation currently experiences. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt (affiliate link) The Everything Church Resource Directory …

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The Power Of Knowing Your Clifton Strengths | Episode 12 1:10:00

9d ago1:10:00

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to enhancing your productivity, performance, and overall fulfillment in real estate with the power of CliftonStrengths. Join me, Joseph Marrone, on Real Estate Unlocked as I sit down with Bridget Ruiz, a Gallup certified strengths coach and business leader, to uncover the transformative impact of understanding and …

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Dominate Lease Options with This Guide | Episode 11 57:30

3d ago57:30

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to successful lease options in real estate with Tim Yu, an army officer turned savvy real estate investor. Discover how Tim transitioned from his first fix-and-flip project to owning nine buy-and-hold properties, all through creative financing. Learn the ins and outs of lease options, including how they offer a pat…

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Lessons from Church Autopsies, Part 3: Refusal to Accept Responsibility 10:58

8d ago10:58

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Between 8,000 and 12,000 churches close annually in the United States. Thom examines some of the common excuses we’ve heard that lead to church death. “The community knows where we are.” “It’s the other church’s fault.” “We won’t budge from the truth.” “It’s the denomination’s fault.” Resources: Chaney & Associates “Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12…

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Lessons from Church Autopsies, Part 2: The Failure to Deal with Toxins 12:24

14d ago12:24

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Between 8,000 and 12,000 churches close annually in the United States. Thom examines one of the factors in the death of churches: toxic church members. Toxins are not the same as critics. Church leaders should form a guiding coalition. Prayer is still powerful. Kicking the can never works. Resources: Chaney & Associates “Autopsy of a Deceased Churc…

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Lessons from Church Autopsies, Part 1: Dealing with Denial 11:56

14d ago11:56

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Between 8,000 and 12,000 churches close annually in the United States. Thom examines one of the leading factors in the death of churches: denial. Here are three of the main issues he will cover: Matters related to faith are challenging to release. Incremental decline can be the most challenging decline. Inward movement is natural; outward focus is …

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Everything you NEED to know about TikTok SEO 45:35

9d ago45:35

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Social Search is becoming more prevalent, none so more than TikTok, so in this episode of the Majestic SEO Podcast we’ll discuss everything you need to know about TikTok SEO. Joining host David Bain to talk us through the ins-and-outs of TikTok SEO is Alice Bull (founder of Gratified), Mathilde Høj (SEO Manager @ TRANSACT), and Isa Lavahun (Search …

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How to Succeed in Creative Finance | Episode 10 w/ Kevin Choe 39:13

11d ago39:13

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of creative finance in real estate and transform your investment approach! Join us on Real Estate Unlocked as we chat with Kevin Cho, a prodigious real estate entrepreneur who began his journey selling gummies in high school and now, at just 19, has completed over 100 transactions. Kevin's mastery of creative finan…

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Virtual Assistant Secrets for Real Estate Success | Episode 09 1:01:59

11d ago1:01:59

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Send us a text Ever wondered how to supercharge your real estate business without breaking the bank? Join us as we uncover the secrets of leveraging virtual assistants with Sebastian Wright, the mastermind behind VA Depot. Learn how VAs can handle everything from cold calling and marketing to customer service and administrative tasks, allowing you …

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Seven Powerful Guidelines for Pastors Who Have to Let a Staff Member Go 10:47

21d ago10:47

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It is one of the most painful situations in ministry. A pastor must let a staff member go. Thom and Jess share seven guidelines to walk through this challenging reality. Resources: Chaney & Associates Church Answers Research – Coming soon! The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initiative Church Answers Central Membership Episode Sponsor…

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How Pastors Deal with Burnout When Their Churches Are Not Supportive 13:00

15d ago13:00

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Burnout is always painful. But it is especially hurtful when you don’t have a church that supports you. Thom and Jess discuss the painful realities of these situations. Resources: Chaney & Associates Church Answers Research – Coming soon! The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initiative Church Answers Central Membership Episode Sponsor:…

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Changing a Sermon at the Last Minute 12:03

16d ago12:03

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Every pastor faces the need to change a sermon at some point, even if they have completed it. Thom and Jess share when and why these changes are necessary and how to make them. Resources: Chaney & Associates “I Am a Church Member: Discovering the Attitude that Makes the Difference” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link) Church Answers Research – Coming…

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How House Hacking Can Change Your Financial Future | Episode 08 1:00:44

20d ago1:00:44

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Send us a text Ever wondered how you can turn your home into a money-making machine? Discover the secrets of house hacking with seasoned real estate investor Lisa Field Moore. Lisa started her journey in 2017, moving from Massachusetts to Salt Lake City, and shares how she subsidized her mortgage by renting out parts of her first property. You’ll l…

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The Essential Guide To Building A Real Estate Network | Episode 07 40:37

21d ago40:37

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Send us a text Ever wondered how someone can go from struggling to buy a home to becoming a real estate mogul? Brenda Jones, a seasoned tech recruiter and dynamic real estate investor, joins us to unravel her inspiring journey. She talks about her initial challenges in the housing market of 2022 and how her strategic pivot to raising capital for mu…

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How Churches Can Reach Gen Z 11:55

28d ago11:55

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Gen Z could represent the first generation to return to church after decades of declining attendance. Thom and Jess look at four areas where local churches can connect with Gen Z in positive ways: Understand how different they are from previous generations. Focus on those ministries that help Gen Z form in-person community. Don’t compromise on bibl…

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Why Gen Z Is Called “The Anxious Generation” 13:04

28d ago13:04

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Mental health statistics point to the severe emotional and mental challenges of Gen Z. Church leaders should be aware of the significant reasons why this challenge is taking place. Thom and Jess look at three key reasons: Smartphones Social media The COVID pandemic Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt (affiliate…

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Understanding Gen Z Compared to Other Generations 11:47

28d ago11:47

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It is essential for church leaders to understand Gen Z in relation to previous generations. Thom and Jess, a Boomer and Millennial, compare Gen Z to four other generations. Here are the four generations they will discuss: 1946-1964 (Baby Boom Generation): Approximately 76 million live births occurred during this period. This period is known for the…

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Three Significant Challenges Pastors Experience Every Week, Part 3: The Challenge of Dealing with Regular Interruptions 12:49

1M ago12:49

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The role of a pastor carries significant challenges. In a three-part series, Thom and Jess look at those challenges pastors have almost every week. In part three, they consider how pastors deal with interruptions that are normative for church life: members in crisis, those seeking counsel and advice, requests from the community, and others. Resourc…

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Three Significant Challenges Pastors Experience Every Week, Part 2: The Challenge of Leading Volunteers 12:33

1M ago12:33

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The role of a pastor carries significant challenges. In a three-part series, Thom and Jess look at those challenges pastors have almost every week. In part two, they consider how pastors deal with leading a mostly all-volunteer organization. Resources: Chaney & Associates The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initiative Church Answers C…

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Three Significant Challenges Pastors Experience Every Week, Part 1: The Challenge of Regular Sermon Preparation 14:31

1M ago14:31

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The role of a pastor carries significant challenges. In a three-part series, Thom and Jess look at those challenges pastors have almost every week. In part one, they consider how pastors deal with the ongoing demand of sermon preparation. Resources: Chaney & Associates “When the People Pray” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link) The Everything Church …

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“The Day the Church Died” The Pains and Pleasures of Writing a Fictional Book – An Interview with Kevin Mills 13:17

1M ago13:17

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Thom and Jess welcome Kevin Mills, author of “The Day the Church Died.” In this episode, they discuss the differences in writing a fiction book versus a nonfiction book. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Day the Church Died” by Kevin Mills (affiliate link) Craft Book Publishing “Where Have All the Church Members Gone?” by Thom S. Rainer “How to L…

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“The Day the Church Died” How Moral Failure Affects the Future of Churches – An Interview with Kevin Mills 14:48

1M ago14:48

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Thom and Jess welcome Kevin Mills, author of “The Day the Church Died.” In this episode, they discuss moral failures and what a pastor should do to protect himself. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Day the Church Died” by Kevin Mills (affiliate link) The Everything Church Resource Directory The Hope Initiative Church Answers Central Membership E…

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“The Day the Church Died” A Fiction Book Based on a Lot of Facts – An Interview with Kevin Mills 12:23

1M ago12:23

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Thom and Jess welcome Kevin Mills, author of “The Day the Church Died.” In this episode, they discuss how Kevin’s book is based on several realities in churches today. Resources: Chaney & Associates “The Day the Church Died” by Kevin Mills (affiliate link) Ryan Burge The Hope Initiative and The Complete Membership Class Toolkit The Everything Churc…

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