In this episode of The Unpolished Church, Jon Sherwood (https://www.jonsherwood.com) delves into the often personal and complex decision of choosing a church. Drawing from years of pastoral conversations and experience with microchurch communities, Jon unpacks the deeper motivations behind church-hopping, preference-driven decisions, and the search for the “perfect fit.”
He challenges the cultural tendency to choose comfort over commitment. He invites listeners to consider a Jesus-centered framework, one rooted in humility, community, and a willingness to grow through difference. From consumerism and echo chambers to authentic relationships and spiritual maturity, this solo episode offers a thoughtful guide for anyone navigating the question: What kind of church should I be part of and why?
This conversation invites us to rethink the church not as a product to consume, but as a body to commit to for the sake of transformation and love.
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[00:00] - Intro
[00:24] - How To Choose Your Micro Church?
[04:23] - Choosing a Church Isn’t About You
[08:23] - Church Should Disrupt You
[13:00] - Why Church Shopping Leaves You Empty
[17:00] - Outro
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