In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into a pressing issue facing many American churches today: the apparent decline in evangelism. Join us as we explore whether this trend represents the most significant challenge to church vitality and growth. Our special guest, Sam Rainer, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the discussion. Sam is the president of Church Answers, lead pastor at West Bradenton Baptist Church, and a co-host of the Est.Church podcast. He brings insights from his extensive academic background in finance, marketing, missiology, and leadership studies, as well as his practical experiences in church revitalization. Together, we'll examine the roots of this evangelistic decline, discuss its implications for the church at large, and explore potent ...