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Kenney Bahr, North Church CDA | Do we really need more churches?

Kenney Bahr, North Church CDA | Do we really need more churches?

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 How important is church planting—and does the local Church still matter today?In this episode of the Be Bold For Jesus Podcast, we sit down with Pastor Kenney Bahr of North Church Coeur d’Alene to unpack the heart behind church planting, the importance of being sent by God, and why reaching people far from Jesus still requires new churches today.From not even wanting to be a pastor to stepping fully into his calling, Kenney shares powerful stories of faith, obedience, and building a church from the ground up with just a small team. This conversation dives into culture, community, and what it really looks like to live out Acts 2, while emphasizing unity among churches and the mission to see lives transformed by the Gospel.Whether you’re a church leader, believer, or simply curious if the local church still matters in today’s culture—this episode will challenge and encourage you.✝️ Be Bold For Jesus Conference 2026 ✝️https://bebold4jesus.org/spokane/https://bebold4jesus.org/Instagram: @bebold4jesusministries✌️ Learn More About North Church Coeur d’Alene ✌️https://northchurch.net/cdaInstagram: @northchurchcda🏠 Our Sponsors 🏠https://cogocapital.comhttps://securedinvestmentcorp.comhttps://patriotmobile.com/bb4j🎥 Chapters 🎥(0:00) Introduction to Pastor KenneyMeet Pastor Kenney and the heart behind his ministry(0:40) Church Plant in Coeur d’AleneThe story of launching North Church CDA(1:36) Early Challenges & First ServicesRenovation struggles and starting small(2:59) Growing Up in a Church PlantHow Kenney’s upbringing shaped his perspective(4:10) Answering the CallWhen Kenney and his wife felt led to plant(5:10) Why Coeur d’Alene?The unexpected opportunity that led them there(6:21) Confirming the CallingA defining moment that solidified their decision(7:13) From Vision to RealityThe year-long journey to launch(9:08) Loving the CommunityWhy Coeur d’Alene became home(10:30) From Resistance to CallingKenney’s journey into ministry(11:27) Why Church Planting MattersA shift in perspective on the need for more churches(13:10) Being SentWaiting on God and leadership confirmation(14:06) Passion for PlantingHow the calling grew over time(15:26) Do We Need More Churches?Addressing a common question(16:06) Different Expressions of ChurchWhy variety helps reach more people(17:11) Reaching the UnchurchedThe mission behind church planting(18:16) Power of New ChurchesFresh passion and outreach focus(19:18) Unity Over CompetitionSupporting other churches(20:17) Community-Focused VisionBuilding a deeply connected church(22:15) Same Mission, Different CultureAdapting to Coeur d’Alene(23:19) Why Variety MattersDifferent approaches reach different people(25:08) Church Planting ModelsMicro, hive, and missionary explained(26:38) Starting SmallBuilding through relationships(27:16) Understanding CultureWhy context matters(28:27) Learning from MistakesAdapting ministry approaches(30:13) Different City NeedsSpokane vs. Coeur d’Alene(32:07) Meeting People Where They AreEngaging everyday life(33:39) Going to the PeopleMinistry outside the building(35:03) Outreach LessonsWins and failures(37:13) Churches Supporting ChurchesA powerful story of unity(38:47) Biblical FoundationChurch planting in Acts(41:44) Loving Jesus & the ChurchResponding to objections(43:30) True CommunityThe Acts 2 model(45:13) Why Church Still MattersThe need for real community(46:19) The Ongoing MissionWhy planting churches is still essential(47:20) Get ConnectedHow to be part of it(48:35) Closing ThoughtsFinal encouragement
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