5 Markers of Church Decline

How can pastors and church leaders recognize when their church is drifting toward decline?

In this episode, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss five common markers of church decline and what leaders should watch for as they seek to revitalize struggling congregations.

Understanding these warning signs can help churches respond in a timely fashion and refocus on their mission before decline becomes irreversible.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How declining attendance and disengagement signal deeper health issues
• Why an inward-focused church culture often leads to loss of mission
• How resistance to change and innovation can stall gospel impact
• Why pastoral burnout and lack of lay leadership weaken churches
• How financial strain and neglected facilities often reflect broader decline

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

• "12 Markers of a Church on the Downslope" by Chuck Lawless

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