Exponential NEXT Podcast

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 63 Series:  Candid Conversations About Women and the Church While many of us lead within our church community, Mimi Chan felt God calling her to lead in her corporate job at Amazon! In this episode Mimi will share how God led her to start Christians at Amazon, and how He has grown into a international movement! — Hosts : Sue Ferguson, Women NEXT, Co-Director...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 62 Series:  Candid Conversations About Women and the Church Sometimes ministry takes a turn we didn’t expect. Sometimes that change leaves us lost, hurting, and even angry. In this episode, Katrina Boatright shares what God taught her about finding healing and new purpose after an unexpected turn. — Hosts : Sue Ferguson, Women NEXT, Co-Director Lori Ruf...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 61 Series:  Candid Conversations About Women and the Church In ministry, change is to be expected. We watch people come and go, leaders change lanes, and even the structures of our ministries or churches change. But what is it like to navigate our own transitions out of long held roles into new God-given opportunities? Join Lori, Sue, and guest Janet McMahon as the...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 60 Series: Digital Discipleship Being part of a church is so much more than just consuming spiritual content. Yet, we all know there are people—both online and in person—who are simply there to consume. In this conversation with Matt Welty, we discuss how Crossroads Church in Cincinnati got into online ministry and how Matt has pioneered the Crossroads Anywhere ini...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 59 Series: Digital Discipleship From a landlocked church in rural Indiana, Tyler Sansom has led First Capital Church and Church Anywhere to plant campuses around the world—despite limited resources, but with incredible impact. In this conversation, we explore how digital tools like Church Anywhere’s web platform are bringing the Gospel to the nations. Tyler’s story...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 58 Series: Digital Discipleship We’re at the dawn of a new era of personalized technological intelligence, and the possibilities are startling. From AI-driven innovations to groundbreaking applications in ministry, the future is unfolding faster than we ever imagined. Join us for a conversation with Kenny Jahng, a leader on the cutting edge of AI, as he unpacks how...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 57 Series: Digital Discipleship How do we theologically navigate a world where we are creating a new form of intelligence in our own image? With the rise of AI and large language models, the Church must wrestle with profound questions about technology, humanity, and faith. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with philosopher and theologian York Moore as we...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 56 Series: Digital Discipleship You might not expect someone who has managed billions of dollars in church building projects to be passionate about digital ministry—but Nathan Artt is. Having experienced its impact firsthand, he sees digital ministry as a vital part of the church’s future, both online and in physical spaces. Join us for a fascinating conversation o...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 55 Series: Digital Discipleship Live streaming is just the beginning—true digital ministry goes far beyond broadcasting. Join us for a conversation with Jason Morris as we explore how to move beyond the livestream and into authentic, transformative discipleship in the online space. — Host : Mark Lutz, Digital Church NEXT, Director Guest : Jason Morris, The Ch...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 54 Series: Digital Discipleship Saddleback Church is one of the most influential churches in the world, and for years, Jay Kranda has been at the forefront of its digital ministry. With unparalleled experience in leading online church communities, Jay has helped shape the future of digital discipleship. Join us for an insightful conversation as we discuss the evolu...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 53 Series: Multiethnic Church Planting For this episode, join our conversation with missiologist Daniel Yang as he shares how the world is coming to us through immigration. We also talk about the tremendous need and value of planting immigrant churches, as well as ethnic specific churches, to reach all the nations. — Hosts : Len Tang – Multiethnic Churc...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 52 Series: Multiethnic Church Planting In this episode, sociologist Korie Little shares her research and practical insights into how planters of color can heal and overcome the racial challenges to lead healthy multiethnic churches. — Hosts : Len Tang – Multiethnic Church Planting NEXT, Director Corey Lee – Fuller Church Planting Initiative, Direc...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 51 Series: Multiethnic Church Planting In this conversation, Troy Evans shares that, in a time of diminishing congregational giving, multiethnic planters need strong partnerships to develop multiple streams of income. We’ll explore examples of life-giving partnerships and emerging funding models to launch financially healthy churches, including intentional bi...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 50 Series: Multiethnic Church Planting In this episode, we welcome Soong-Chan Rah as he shares his insights on how multiethnic church plants can draw out the distinctive gifts and strengths of the congregation. Learn how multiethnic church plants can integrate the reconcilation and justice of Jesus with a winsome evangelistic witness. — Hosts : Len Tang &#821...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 49 Series: Multiethnic Church Planting Join us as Len Tang and Corey Lee have a conversation with Heidy Tandy, Senior Director of Discovery at Stadia. Heidy shares what Stadia has learned from revamping their church planter assessment process to include diverse planters and church planting models. — Hosts : Len Tang – Multiethnic Church Planting NEXT, D...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 48 Series: Multiethnic Church Planting In this episode, Dhati Lewis from MyBlvd joins Len Tang and Corey Lee as they discuss the specific kind of training that diverse, urban missionaries, and planters need to reach their communities. — Hosts : Len Tang – Multiethnic Church Planting NEXT, Director Corey Lee – Fuller Church Planting Initiative, Dir...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 47 Series: Multiethnic Church Planting Our multiethnic church planting conversation begins with the leaders of the Multiethnic Collaborative, a group of church planting leaders of color seeking to raise up the next generation of diverse church planters. — Host : Len Tang – Multiethnic Church Planting NEXT, Director Corey Lee – Fuller Church Planti...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 46 Series: What’s Next With AI for Churches? In this episode of What’s NEXT with AI for Churches?, Kenny Jahng interviews Jay Owen, Executive Director at The Church of Eleven22, to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of church ministry. They explore practical applications that the church is pursuing with AI, share real-life examples...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 45 Series: What’s Next With AI for Churches? In this episode, Jason Malec, Director of Gloo AI, sits down with host Kenny Jahng to explore the parallels between Napster’s disruption of the music industry and today’s AI-driven challenges for content creators. Jason shares a compelling vision for protecting intellectual property in a digital age, outlining prin...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 44 Series: What’s Next With AI for Churches? In this episode, Kenny Jahng sits down with Corey Alderin, founder of Sermon Shots, to discuss how AI can help churches extend the reach of their sermons far beyond Sunday. Corey shares how his innovative platform makes it simple to transform sermons into impactful short-form videos, devotionals, and global outreac...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 43 Series: What’s Next With AI for Churches? Dive into this episode of the AI NEXT series, What’s NEXT with AI for Churches? where host Kenny Jahng sits down with James Poulter, Head of AI at House 337, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping ministry, society, and relationships. From conversational AI to artificial general intelligence (AGI), thi...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 42 Series: What’s Next With AI for Churches? In this episode of What’s Next with AI for Churches?, AI NEXT Director, Kenny Jahng sits down with Jason Moore, author of the book, AI and the Church, to explore the real opportunities and challenges of AI in ministry. Jason breaks down common misconceptions, addresses ethical concerns like data privacy, and...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 41 Series: What’s Next With AI for Churches? In this episode, Kenny Jahng, Director of AI NEXT, interviews Natchi Lazarus, an internationally recognized expert in faith-based marketing and AI innovation. Together, they dive into a powerful and often-overlooked opportunity: how church leaders can leverage AI to become true digital disruptors and pioneers in th...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 40 Series: What’s Next With AI for Churches? In this episode, host Kenny Jahng sits down with Brian Beauford, Executive Pastor at Grace Church, to explore how pastors can use AI to repurpose their sermons into powerful, engaging content. Learn how to transform long-form sermons into short video clips, blog posts, discussion guides, daily devotionals, and more...

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 39 Series: Snapshots of Innovation Episode Description: In this episode, we talk with Dave Miller, co-founder of Leadership Pathway and Cliff Forbes, Executive Director of Trellis Churches. Both of these organizations are rethinking leadership development for the next generation through an innovative approach to funding, training, and equipping future pastors and l...