As we wrap up 2025, we’re looking at the conversations that truly landed with small churches - the episodes and quotes that sparked response, resonance, and even pushback.

Topics like decline, pressure, money, conflict, and culture change weren’t just popular; they named real life. In this episode, we explore what that tells us.

And why honesty mattered more than neat solutions.

You’ll hear:

1. What this year’s most-downloaded episodes and most-shared posts reveal for all of us
2. Why honest conversations drew people in, even when they were uncomfortable
3. The unexpected hope running through some tough topics
4. A grounded way to close the year and look ahead with more peace and hope than ever

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