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Lausanne Movement Podcast

Lausanne Movement

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Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 95

The Lausanne Movement podcast brings you insights from a global community of Christian influencers to help advance the gospel, foster thriving churches, nurture Christlike leaders, and catalyse kingdom impact across all spheres of society.

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Discipleship Through Community: Everyone in Groups, Every Group on Mission with Lindsey Jodts

Season 1 · Episode 95

Monday, September 29, 2025 • Duration 01:00:06

How can we get our people into small groups and involved in the mission of discipleship?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with Lindsey Jodts, Groups Pastor at Willow Creek Community Church, about how discipleship flourishes in the context of community. Lindsey shares her journey into ministry, Willow Creek’s evolving small group strategy, and why their vision is “everyone in groups, every group on mission.” This conversation is packed with practical wisdom for churches of every size seeking to form Christlike disciples who live for the sake of others

📌 Main Points

Discipleship Defined – Helping people become their most Christlike selves in their unique God-given identity.

Community Matters – Why discipleship thrives when stories are shared, gifts are called out, and people are empowered.

Willow Creek’s Shift – Moving from an attractional model toward deeper formation and intentional mission.

Three Pathways of Growth – Weekends, Teams, and Groups as Willow’s Discipleship Framework.

The Rooted Experience – Seven rhythms (daily devotion, prayer, worship, generosity, serving, sharing your story, breaking strongholds) anchoring group life.

Every Group on Mission – Small groups discerning their “heart song” and living it out locally and globally.

For Any Church Size – Practical insights for small, medium, and large churches to empower leaders and multiply disciples.

If this conversation encouraged you, share it with your pastor, small group leader, or ministry team. Be sure to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and join us in the vision of disciple-making churches for every people and place.

📚 Links & Resources

RightNow Media – rightnowmedia.org

The Bible Project – bibleproject.com | Bible Project Classroom | Bible Project Podcast

Rooted Network – https://www.experiencerooted.com/

Books Mentioned:

How to Ask Great Questions by Karen Lee-Thorp

Falling Upward by Richard Rohr

Guest Bio: Lindsey Jodts is the Groups and Compassion & Justice Pastor at Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, Illinois. She holds a Master of Leadership in Ministry from Judson University and has years of experience leading women’s communities, young adult ministries, and discipleship initiatives. Lindsey is a gifted teacher and communicator, known for helping people grow in authentic faith through formative experiences and biblical community.

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Friends on Mission: Jason Ballard on Friendship in Ministry, the Pastoral Burden, and Parachurch Partnerships

Season 1 · Episode 94

Monday, September 15, 2025 • Duration 59:53

Is ministry destined to be lonely? Jason Ballard offers a hopeful vision for pastors and ministry leaders — one rooted in deep friendship, shared burdens, and collaboration between local churches and parachurch ministries.

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Ballard — lead pastor of The Way Church in Vancouver and executive director of The Pastorate — reflects on the challenges and joys of pastoral leadership. Drawing from his own journey in both parachurch and local church ministry, Jason explores how friendships sustain pastors, how parachurch leaders can walk alongside churches, and why flourishing relationships are essential for the witness of the gospel and the advance of God’s global mission.

Main Points

Friendship in Ministry: Why cultivating deep friendships is essential for healthy pastoral leadership.
Pastoral Burdens: Insights into the unique weight pastors carry and how to share it.
Church–Parachurch Dynamics: Practical ways pastors and ministry leaders can support and bless one another.
An Ecology of Relationships: Building diverse friendships inside and outside the church for long-term ministry health.
The Pastorate: Jason’s vision for equipping pastors so that healthy leaders can lead healthy churches.

Call to Action

If this conversation encouraged you, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and share this episode with your pastor or a ministry leader. Together, let’s strengthen the bonds of friendship in God’s mission.

Links & Resources

The Pastorate: https://www.thepastorate.ca/
The Pastorate Podcast: https://www.thepastorate.ca/podcast (available wherever you listen)

Faithfulness Over Greatness: Daniel Im on Healing, Discipleship, and Rethinking Church Growth

Season 1 · Episode 93

Monday, September 1, 2025 • Duration 58:26

What if the true measure of ministry isn’t size or success—but simple faithfulness to Jesus?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Daniel Im—author, pastor, and disciple-maker—shares his powerful journey from disillusionment in ministry to a renewed vision for the local church. He opens up about his own season of pain and healing, challenges traditional church growth models, and invites us to embrace the call of making disciples who make disciples. This conversation is both deeply pastoral and profoundly practical for anyone passionate about the Great Commission.

Main Points

Faithfulness Over Greatness – Why doing things for a great God matters more than striving for great things.
Healing from Disillusionment – Daniel’s 14-year journey of pain, surrender, and renewed calling.
Rethinking Church Growth – Moving beyond numbers and attractional models to Spirit-led ministry.
A Framework for Discipleship – Four simple practices: gather, grow, give, and go together.
The Lausanne Vision – How disciple-making churches can awaken cities and nations to King Jesus.

Call to Action

If this conversation encouraged you, take a moment to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone passionate about discipleship and the global church.

Links & Resources

Daniel Im’s website: danielim.com
The Discipleship Opportunity by Daniel Im: https://www.amazon.com/Discipleship-Opportunity-Leading-Great-Commission-Post-Everything/dp/1641587490
No Silver Bullets by Daniel Im: https://www.amazon.com/No-Silver-Bullets-Transform-Ministry/dp/1433651548

Harnessing Digital Media for Mission: Stan Jantz on The Chosen and the Power of Storytelling to Reach the Nations

Season 1 · Episode 92

Monday, August 18, 2025 • Duration 55:23

Imagine the gospel in every heart language through digital storytelling. Discover how projects like The Chosen illustrate the power of media, collaboration, and creativity in advancing global mission.

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Stan Jantz, Global Ambassador for the Come and See Foundation, the organization behind The Chosen. Together, they explore how digital media can serve as a powerful tool for mission, the role of storytelling in reaching across cultures, and the global impact of translating The Chosen into 600 languages. Stan also shares his personal mission of being “an influence for the Lord” and how collaboration can accelerate the Great Commission.

Main Points:

Digital media as the third great shift in mission history (after Roman roads and the printing press).
The vision of The Chosen: reaching one billion people in their heart language through translation into 600+ languages.
Why storytelling resonates across cultures and generations — and why Gen Z is drawn to beauty and excellence.
How collaboration with ministries like Alpha, Cru, and Prison Fellowship multiplies impact.
Stan’s life mission: being “an influence for the Lord” through integrity, humility, and generosity.

Call to Action:

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and share this conversation with a friend who is passionate about mission in the digital age. For more resources, visit lausanne.org.

Links & Resources:

Come and See Foundation - https://www.comeandseefoundation.org/

Making Disciples Who Make Disciples | Pascal Ndagijimana on Training Leaders for Africa’s Spiritual Awakening

Season 1 · Episode 91

Monday, August 4, 2025 • Duration 43:04

🔥 What kind of church will shape Africa in 2060? According to Pastor Pascal Ndagijimana, it starts with indigenous disciple-makers who multiply from the ground up.

🎧 Episode Summary

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Pastor Pascal Ndagijimana shares how God transformed his life—from homelessness in Kigali to becoming a movement leader equipping disciple-makers across Sub-Saharan Africa. As founder of the Humira Mission Agency and President of the Evangelical Baptist Churches of Rwanda, Pascal unpacks how deep discipleship, indigenous leadership, and grassroots mission are preparing the church in Africa for a spiritual awakening in the coming decades.

📌 Main Points & Takeaways

• A Story of Redemption and Calling: How Pascal’s encounter with Christ as a street youth changed everything—and led to a lifetime of mission.

• Why He Returned to Rwanda: Despite opportunities in the U.S. after Wheaton, obedience to God’s call drew him back to invest in the African church.

• Rwanda Ministry Context: In Rwanda, people are no longer convinced by words—they want to see lives transformed.

• Humira Mission Agency: A growing network training local leaders as tentmaking disciple-makers in Rwanda, Uganda, DRC, and Mozambique.

• Discipleship Is a Lifestyle: Beyond events or teaching—it’s about relationships, obedience, and slow, intentional investment.

• How to Train Multipliers: Pascal shares how they equip leaders with theological depth, practical skills, and character formation.

• Encouragement for Discouraged Leaders: Disappointment is part of the journey—Jesus experienced it too. Keep going.

🙌 Call to Action

If you were inspired by Pascal’s story and vision, take a moment to pray for the work of the Humira Mission Agency and the future of the African church. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with a ministry leader or missionary friend.

Forming Disciple-Making Churches and Christlike Leaders with Mark Williamson

Season 1 · Episode 90

Sunday, July 20, 2025 • Duration 59:21

🔥 How can churches move beyond simply gathering people to actually making disciples who transform communities?

🎧 Summary

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson talks with Mark Williamson, leader, coach, and pioneer behind One Rock International and Fresh Expressions UK. Mark shares how disciple-making lies at the heart of true church growth, why he believes Fresh Expressions of church are crucial for reaching today’s world, and how raising Christlike leaders fuels Kingdom transformation. Packed with practical examples and spiritual wisdom, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone passionate about seeing the global Church thrive.

💡 Main Points

Why Disciple-Making Matters: Mark explains why many churches miss the mark on making disciples—and how this affects the Church’s mission in the world.

Fresh Expressions of Church: Hear how innovative forms of church like Café Church and Messy Church are reaching people who’d never step into traditional services.

Pioneering vs. Planting: Learn why Fresh Expressions focuses on pioneering new communities shaped by local culture rather than simply replicating existing church models.

Principles for Global Mission: Mark shares key steps for listening to your community, discerning local needs, and launching contextual ministry initiatives.

One Rock International: Discover how Mark’s organization equips leaders through content, coaching, and community to develop Christlike character and impactful leadership skills.

Keys to Discipleship: Mark highlights three essentials for disciple-making: one-on-one relationships, role modeling, and giving people real responsibility.

Encouragement from Hudson Taylor: Be inspired by the reminder that in God’s work, everything moves from impossible, to difficult, to done.

📣 Call to Action

Are you ready to build a disciple-making church and raise leaders who transform communities for Christ? Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave us a review, and share this episode with your network. Explore more resources on our website to equip your journey in global mission.

🔗 Links & Resources

Bold Faith, Creative Evangelism: Steiger’s Luke Greenwood on Reaching the Next Generation in Today’s Global Youth Culture

Season 1 · Episode 89

Monday, July 7, 2025 • Duration 51:12

🔥How do we reach the lost generation waiting just beyond the walls of the church, longing for hope they don’t know exists?”

✨ Episode Summary

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Luke Greenwood, European Director of Steiger International, to unpack what it means to bring bold faith and creative evangelism into the heart of today’s global youth culture. From his journey as a missionary kid in Brazil to leading gospel movements across European cities, Luke shares powerful stories, practical strategies, and a passionate call to reach the next generation who feel distant from traditional church.

✅ Main Points & Key Takeaways

Luke’s Personal Calling: How growing up in a missionary family and discovering a passion for secular youth shaped his mission.

The Global Youth Culture Challenge: Understanding why many young people say, “I’m not religious,” and how that mindset shapes evangelism.

Creative Evangelism Tactics: Innovative ways Steiger uses music, street art, community housing, and public events to open gospel conversations.

Balancing Salt and Light: Luke’s insights on staying holy and distinct while boldly engaging secular spaces.

Practical Steps for Listeners: How to start small—through prayer, listening, and simple outreach initiatives—to reach secular youth in your own city.

Rooted in the Local Church: Why all creative evangelism must stay connected to local congregations for long-term discipleship and impact.

Luke’s Vision: A call to raise 1,000 young missional leaders in five years and establish a mission center in Poland.

📣 Call to Action

👉 Feeling inspired? Share this episode, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, and leave a review so others can discover practical ways to reach the next generation.

If you’re sensing a call to mission, explore Steiger’s resources-or consider stepping into their mission school for hands-on training!

🔗 Links & Resources

From Insight to Intercession | Jason Mandryk on Global Trends, Strategic Intercession, and the Future of the Church

Season 1 · Episode 88

Monday, June 23, 2025 • Duration 52:40

The global Church is changing—but are our prayers keeping up with its needs?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Mandryk, editor of Operation World, joins us for a thought-provoking conversation on the role of strategic, Spirit-led intercession in the age of global change. From his personal calling into prayer mobilization to the intersection of data, mission, and worship, Jason helps us reimagine prayer not as an obligation but as a joyful, global act of partnership with God.

We explore current global trends shaping the Church, the challenges of Western influence, and why now more than ever, believers must pray with insight.

🔑 Main Takeaways

Prayer as Calling and Delight

Jason shares how God called him into a unique blend of prayer, research, and mission—and why prayer is meant to be joyful, not burdensome.

The Story and Purpose of Operation World

Learn how this powerful prayer tool was birthed in Southern Africa, and how it continues to mobilize believers to pray with focus for every nation on earth.

Why Data Matters for Intercession

Jason unpacks how information doesn’t replace prayer—it fuels it. When we understand the world, we can pray with greater clarity and compassion.

Global Trends Every Christian Should Watch

From the growth of the Majority World Church to the rise of hyper-politicized Christianity in the West, Jason highlights trends shaping the Church’s effectiveness.

Decolonizing Mission and Sharing Ownership

Jason calls for a shift in how Western churches relate to the rest of the world—not as controllers, but as co-laborers learning from others.

Redeeming Local Arts for Kingdom Witness: Héber Negrão on Ethnodoxology and the Mission of God

Season 1 · Episode 87

Monday, June 9, 2025 • Duration 40:13

The gospel was never meant to silence culture, but to redeem it.

Learn how contextual worship and indigenous art are helping every people group declare the glory of God in their own voice.

In this episode, Jason Watson speaks with Heber Negrão—missionary, scholar, and global voice in ethnodoxology—about how the arts can serve the Church’s mission by connecting the gospel to the cultural heart of every people group. Drawing from years of field experience among indigenous communities in Brazil and global training contexts, Heber unpacks how local art forms can be reclaimed to witness to Christ in ways that are deeply meaningful and biblically faithful.

📌 Main Points & Takeaways

What is Ethnodoxology?

A field of mission that empowers believers to worship and proclaim Christ using their own artistic and cultural expressions.

Worship that Belongs

Imported worship styles often feel disconnected. Heber explains how contextualized worship allows communities to own their praise of God.

Critical Contextualization

Local arts must be evaluated biblically, and Heber shares a practical framework for what to accept, adapt, or transform.

Art as Gospel Communication

In oral cultures, art is often the most effective medium for theology, storytelling, and spiritual formation.

From Decoration to Declaration

The arts aren’t just a supplement to mission—they are a strategy for gospel proclamation and deep discipleship.

If this episode inspired you to rethink the role of culture and creativity in mission, share it with a worship leader, missionary, or artist in your community. Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast and visit the links below to explore how the arts can serve the Church’s global calling.

Missional Insights from East Asia: Seth Kim on Mobilizing the Next Generation, Contextualisation, and Uniting the Church for Global Mission

Season 1 · Episode 86

Monday, May 26, 2025 • Duration 47:41

How is God moving in East Asia?

📖 Summary:

In this episode of the podcast, Seth Kim, a Lausanne Regional Director for East Asia, shares strategic insights on how churches are reaching their cities, cultures, and nations through innovative mission. From mobilizing youth and developing leaders, to contextualizing the gospel and fostering collaboration, Seth paints a powerful picture of what it looks like to pursue the Great Commission in a rapidly changing region.

🙏 Call to Action:

Be encouraged—and challenged—by how God is moving in East Asia. Subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend or mission leader. Visit lausanne.org to learn how you can partner with the global church in this generation.

📚 Links & Resources

Arise Asia – Official Website - https://www.ariseasia.org/
Lausanne Movement – East Asia - https://lausanne.org/network/east-asia
Lausanne’s State of the Great Commission report - https://lausanne.org/report/east-asia

Guest Bio:

Seth was born in Seoul and lives in Asia and the USA. He has been awarded degrees from the University of Illinois, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. As a pastor, speaker, leadership educator, church planter, mobilizer, and spiritual trainer, Seth is passionate about the next generation, church planting, missions, and leadership to see lives and the world transformed.

He and his wife founded Harvest Mission Community Church (HMCC) in 1996. He is currently the lead pastor of HMCC in Hong Kong. Seth travels extensively working with churches and organizations to train and equip young people to catalyze gospel movements in global cities.

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