Enhance Your Church Security and Prevent Threats | Keith Graves, Christian Warrior Training

Join us as we dive into church security & safety with Keith Graves, a 29-year retired police sergeant and SWAT team veteran. 🚔
🎙️ In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
🛡️ How to protect your church from potential threats
👀 The importance of situational awareness and security training
🎯 Real-life examples of church safety incidents & prevention
💡 Practical tips for keeping your congregation safe, armed or unarmed
🙏 The role of faith and prayer in your safety strategy
🎧 Don't miss this essential discussion on keeping your place of worship secure! #ChurchSafety #Podcast #SecurityTraining #FaithAndProtection

In this episode, Lora welcomes back Keith Graves, a 29-year retired police sergeant and SWAT team veteran. Keith shares his extensive knowledge of narcotic investigations, security, and church safety. He discusses the recent rise in threats against churches, synagogues, and other religious venues, as well as practical strategies to keep these environments safe. Keith also emphasizes the importance of situational awareness, proactive measures, and how even small security actions can have a significant impact.
Whether you're a church leader, a security team member, or someone interested in protecting your congregation, Keith's insights are invaluable for understanding the current landscape of threats and how to mitigate them effectively.
Key Takeaways:
Recent Threats: ISIS and other extremist groups have increased their calls for attacks on religious venues in the wake of global conflicts.
Lone Wolves & Sleeper Cells: Discussion about lone wolf attackers and sleeper agents in the U.S., and how churches are increasingly becoming potential targets.
Church Security Best Practices: From situational awareness to effective team training, Keith offers practical tips for securing church premises without turning them into bunkers.
Case Studies: Keith recounts real incidents where threats were detected and mitigated, including a recent case in Idaho.
Empowerment Through Training: No matter your background—whether a grandma or someone with military experience—training and preparation can equip anyone to play a role in church security.

Quotes:
“It's not about turning churches into bunkers. It's about being aware and proactive in your security measures.”
“Training can empower anyone to be a key part of church security—even if you're not a former cop or military.”
“The biggest threat we face today is the lone wolf attacker—someone who decides to act based on what they’ve heard online or through radical groups.”

Resources Mentioned:
Christian Warrior Training: www.christianwarriortraining.com
Keith’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianWarriorTraining (Help Keith reach 100K subscribers!)

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