Is Bigger Always Better? Rethinking Church Growth and Structure

The Healthy Church Staff Podcast

Is bigger always better when it comes to church growth? Join me, Todd Rhodes, as we challenge conventional wisdom and explore this intriguing question on the latest Healthy Church Staff Podcast. With insights from Warren Cole Smith's article on Bethel Church, we critically examine the traditional markers of success, such as larger congregations and hefty budgets, and consider whether they might actually impede genuine spiritual growth and accountability. Questioning whether megachurches can facilitate deep relationships and discipleship, we assess the role of church size and structure in nurturing spiritual communities.
The conversation takes an introspective turn as we evaluate how churches, regardless of size, measure success and prioritize spiritual formation over mere numbers. We ponder if our church structures truly foster healthy relationships and accountability, or if they reinforce a culture of consumerism rather than discipleship. Furthermore, we discuss the need to ensure that the voices of the marginalized and vulnerable are heard. Through this exploration, we challenge the notion that bigger is always better, urging a thoughtful reflection on what truly constitutes a healthy church community.

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