Episode 107 - Jason Ballard - Building the Church for Generations to Come

Описание: What kind of church will exist for our children and grandchildren? In this thoughtful and forward-looking conversation, Jason Ballard reflects on the health of the church in Canada, the growing leadership pipeline crisis, and why long-term faithfulness matters more than short-term urgency. Drawing from his pastoral experience and national leadership work, Jason challenges listeners to think beyond programs and productivity toward formation, partnership, and generational impact.

🎧 Tune In to Discover
The current state of the evangelical church in Canada and what gives reason for hope
Key challenges facing churches in an increasingly complex cultural moment
Why leadership exhaustion and scarcity threaten the future of the church
Practical ways churches can empower and develop young leaders
How churches and biblical higher education can work together for long-term impact


🎙️ Inside the Episode
01:44 – A realistic and hopeful look at the evangelical church in Canada
06:08 – Cultural pressure, distraction, and the challenges facing today’s church
12:05 – The looming leadership pipeline crisis
15:50 – Why the future of church leadership matters personally and deeply\
20:51 – Creating a culture that empowers and releases young leaders
27:35 – Bringing theological education closer to the life of the local church
32:01 – Healing the divide between the church and the academy
38:40 – Leading with a long-term, generational vision of faithfulness


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