The Missional Leader

What if the future of global mission isn’t about going solo, but about radical collaboration? In this special episode of The Missional Leader, Rob unpacks the powerful story and personal conviction centered on “collaborative missiology” – a movement transforming how the Church approaches God’s mission in the 21st century. Drawing from his experience growing up on the mission field and decades of l...

What separates leaders who endure from those who burn out? Often, it’s not vision - it’s governance.  In this episode of The Missional Leader , Rob sits down with Mart Green - a respected business leader, philanthropist, and architect behind some of today’s most influential faith-driven ventures - to explore why lasting impact is built through accountability, trusted partnerships, and courageous l...

What does it take to lead a nextgen movement - before your 30th birthday? In this episode of The Missional Leader, Rob Hoskins sits down with Charlie Hughes, a dynamic young preacher making waves in South Florida as the leader of Rally, a thriving young adult ministry based at First Baptist Fort Lauderdale and Church by the Glades. Church by the Glades is a thriving megachurch reaching more than 9...

What if the key to solving the world’s greatest problems isn’t just bold ideas, but radical, faith-fueled collaboration? In this episode of The Missional Leader , Rob dives deep with Justin Forman, an entrepreneurial visionary, president of Faith Driven Entrepreneur, and a lead architect behind influential platforms like RightNow Media. Justin shares his captivating journey from an “eager beaver”...

Is revival quietly taking root among Gen Z, defying everything the headlines have told us? In this episode of The Missional Leader, Rob sits down with Dan Blythe, Global Youth Director at Alpha, to uncover the spiritual hunger emerging across the UK, Europe, and beyond. Drawing from two decades of hands-on youth ministry and a global leadership perspective, Dan brings unique insight into what some...

What if building a truly diverse community could heal even the deepest cultural divides? In this powerful episode of The Missional Leader, Rob sits down with Herbert Cooper, founder and senior pastor of People's Church in Oklahoma City, to explore what it really takes to champion unity, break down barriers, and lead a multi-ethnic church in a polarized world. People’s Church is a thriving multi-si...

What happens when seasoned leaders and rising voices sit down as peers, not just to teach but learn from each other? In this special “living room” edition of The Missional Leader, Rob is joined by two trailblazing friends and young leaders: Charlee Tchividjian, a passionate founder radically reshaping foster care prevention, and André Ito Gonçalves, a former Netflix executive turned global church...

Is AI a powerful tool for the Kingdom—or a ticking time bomb in the hands of the church? In this episode, Rob sits down with returning guest Bobby Gruenewald, founder and CEO of YouVersion, to tackle the hard questions surrounding generative AI at the intersection of faith and technology. With over half of OneHope’s global reach now digital, and the rapid rise of generative AI making headlines wor...

What does it take to communicate the gospel with both grit and grace - across cultures, controversies, and generations? In this episode, Rob sits down with Christine Caine -  international speaker, founder of A21, and Propel Women, and a relentless advocate for living on mission. Known for her dynamic presence and prophetic teaching, Christine offers an unfiltered look into how she prepares to spe...

How can Christian leaders stay grounded in biblical truth while leading with courage and conviction in a polarized world? In this episode of The Missional Leader , Rob Hoskins sits down with Dr. Ed Stetzer — president of Talbot School of Theology at Biola, leader of the Lausanne Movement in North America, and one of today’s most trusted missiologists and cultural voices. Together, they unpack what...

For today’s season finale of The Missional Leader , Rob gets the privilege of sitting down with his dad—Bob Hoskins, evangelist, missionary, and founder of OneHope—for an inspiring conversation reflecting on Bob’s life of courageous hope and relentless obedience to God’s call.  From preaching his first sermon at age seven to launching global outreaches in war zones and restricted nations, Bob shar...

As Africa quickly becomes the epicenter of global Christianity, is the Church prepared to empower its next generation? In this episode of The Missional Leader , Rob is joined by Pastor Julius Rwotlonyo, Team Leader of Watoto Church, one of Africa’s most vibrant and influential churches. Together, they explore why Africa’s youthful energy and spiritual vibrancy represent both an incredible opportun...

In this special episode of The Missional Leader, Rob sits down with Bobby Gruenewald, founder and CEO of YouVersion and the visionary behind the Bible App, to unpack one of the most remarkable digital movements of our time. Join Rob as he and Bobby  celebrate a historic and timely milestone for the Bible App: one billion installs. With November marking Global Bible Month and the official crossing...

Can young people truly build a world-class church—in the heart of one of the world’s most expensive, influential, and diverse cities?  On today’s episode of The Missional Leader , Rob talks with Pastor Tan Seow How, co-founder of Heart of God Church (HOGC) in Singapore—a thriving young adult church known for flipping the script on what church can be for the next generation. Globally recognized for...

What if the greatest opportunities for sharing the Gospel are found where the opposition is strongest? In this episode of The Missional Leader, Rob talks with Dr. Barry Corey, president of Biola University and a leading voice in Christian higher education. For almost two decades, Dr. Corey has led through the challenges of culture, politics, and faith in the heart of Southern California, one of th...

Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing—Oxford-trained theologian and leading Christian apologist—is captivating Gen Z by combining deep biblical theology with with a disarming, whimsical love for people. In this episode of The Missional Leader, Amy shares her remarkable journey from atheistic family roots to a transformative encounter with Jesus, and how that awakening propelled her to engage the toughest questions at...

What does it take to raise a generation that doesn’t just attend church, but actually transforms culture? In this episode of The Missional Leader, Rob sits down with Teo Hayashi, one of the youngest and most influential leaders in the global church, founder of the Dunamis Movement, and lead pastor of Zion Church, whose vision is igniting a wave of young leaders across Brazil and beyond. Born in Ja...

To learn more about Kingdomcity Church, visit https://kingdomcity.com. You can also learn more on Kingdomcity's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/kingdomcity.  How does a ministry grow from one city to 40 campuses in 22 countries, and still stay true to its calling? In this episode of The Missional Leader, Rob sits down with Kingdomcity Church founder Mark Varughese to unpack how revival...

To learn more about Rob's new book, "Theology of the City," visit https://robhoskins.onehope.net/theology-of-the-city.  In this episode, Rob sits down with Pastor Ivan Carluer, the visionary behind Martin Luther King (MLK) Church in Paris—one of the fastest-growing urban churches globally. In the heart of post-Christian France, MLK is defying expectations: baptizing over 500 new believers in a sin...

Rob sits down with his good friend and internationally-known pastor, Craig Groeschel. Best known for his dynamic leadership and influence through Life. Church and his global leadership podcast, Craig gives listeners a rare, behind-the-scenes look into his life as a father and grandfather. Together Craig and Rob talk about how Craig and his wife, Amy, raised six children—who are all now serving in...

Mart Green, Missouri-born heir to the Hobby Lobby legacy and founder of Mardel Christian & Education, sits down with Rob on today’s episode of The Missional Leader to unpack the principles behind his family’s extraordinary generosity.  From monthly "marble-votes” and the 6 T’s of giving to launching illumiNations—an inter-ministry partnership focused on eradicating Bible poverty—the conversati...

Welcome to the launch of The Missional Leader—a podcast for Kingdom-minded leaders looking for mission-forward insight, practical strategies, and Spirit-led solutions.  Hosted by Rob Hoskins, President of OneHope, each conversation you’ll get to listen in on is designed to fuel your calling, strengthen your leadership, and empower you to advance the Gospel with clarity, courage, and conviction.  O...