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CNLP 802 | How the Modern Church Was Shaped: Church Growth, Seeker Sensitive, Attractional, Missional with Todd Wilson
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- May 5, 2026
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Most church leaders are leading inside a model they never chose and rarely understand. In this episode, Todd Wilson, founder of Exponential, walks through the true history of the modern church: Church Growth, Seeker Sensitive, Attractional, Missional—and what's coming next. This is the seminary class no one got, but every church leader needs. 🔗 Show Notes 📩 On The Rise Newsletter 🗣️ Preaching Cheat Sheet 🧠 The Art of Leadership Academy 🎥 Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork ❗️Connect with other podcast listeners about each episode of my podcast, including me. You'll get exclusive insights by asking questions, sharing insights, and learning how others are applying the content in real life. Join for free: https://careynieuwhof.com/shownotes THE ART OF LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Inside The Art of Leadership Academy , you'll find bite-sized tools, weekly conversations, and leaders who are walking the same road you're on. Create a free account, get started in minutes, and see what a difference it makes. All you have to do is visit theartofleadershipacademy.com . CHURCH GROWTH ENGINE Church Growth Engine gives you a weekly pulse on what's actually working in churches like yours right now. Get research-backed strategies straight to your inbox every Tuesday morning. No fluff. No theory. Just practical insights you can scan in five minutes and implement this week, whether you lead 50 people or 500. Join over a thousand pastors who are building thriving churches without the overwhelm. Subscribe for free at churchgrowthengine.com . Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network