Pastors and church leaders are preparing for a lot of uncertainty with the next year. You should expect 2021 to become the new baseline for your church. Almost all of your metrics will reset. The first step in preparing for 2021 is to accept reality and don't get caught in the comparison trap with other churches. Now is the time to implement needed change... but graciously and carefully. Pastor Marcus Hayes of Crossroads Baptist Church joins us on this episode.

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