8 Reasons Many Churches are in Decline 8 Reasons Many Churches are in Decline

Show Notes

Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss an article from Thom Rainer that addresses why so many churches are in decline and how leadership development is key to adjusting to the changing realities of our cultural climate.

Some Highlights:

They don’t recognize the decline of cultural Christianity.
They have many “church rules.”
They have leaders who have never led in a highly unchurched mission field.
They confuse tradition with the truth.
They do outreach the way they’ve always done it.
They are experiencing significant conflict due to frustration.
They are very slow to respond.
They have significant facility challenges.

Resources Related to This Episode:

“8 Reasons Many Bible-Belt Churches Are in Decline” by Thom Rainer

Published November 6, 2025

8 Reasons Many Churches are in Decline

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