132: Church Growth & The Comparison Trap | with Cledra Gross

Comparing numbers seems unavoidable in church ministry. For those of us in small churches, comparison can leave us feeling defeated. Today’s guest shares why numbers are not the end of the story and often send people in directions that are not based on biblical truth. Join the conversation with ministry leader Cledra Gross as she unpacks a bit of her journey from a big church to a small church and the comparison trap ministry leaders fall into. Listen in to hear:How comparison is normal, but it doesn’t need to be negativeWays to recognize that you’re doing great ministry even if numbers don’t reflect your successThe benefits of holding church in a middle school and not having your own buildingWhy it’s important to recognize the theme of lack that accompanies comparison and how to change the narrativeGet your free ticket to the Married to the Pastor Conference >> www.smallchurchsummits.com/ps2024Connect with Cledra Gross:https://www.cledra.com/https://www.facebook.com/cledramccullersgrosshttps://www.instagram.com/cledragross/ RESOURCES MENTIONEDGet your FREE ticket to the Women Reaching Women Conference! smallchurchsummits.comSupport the showSUBSCRIBE & REVIEWIf you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more people -- just like you -- in small churches who need to hear this.🎙 Thanks for tuning in to Small Church Ministry Podcast! See you next week!FOLLOW US:➡️  Website: smallchurchministry.com➡️  Instagram: instagram.com/smallchurchministry➡️  Facebook: facebook.com/smallchurchministry➡️  Creative Solutions for Small Churches Facebook Community: facebook.com/groups/smallchurchministry➡️  Small Church Network: smallchurchministry.com/membership