Exponential NEXT Podcast

Exponential NEXT Podcast

Welcome to the Exponential NEXT Podcast where ministry and church leaders come together to discuss topics that give you a peek into the future of the church. At Exponential NEXT we focus on discovering what is coming NEXT for the future of the church that can lead to accelerating church multiplication. Join a community of kingdom-minded changemakers exploring innovative models, methods, and approaches for reaching, discipling, and mobilizing people with a strong focus on church planting, together. With new conversations every Wednesday, we will dive into topics we believe will help us all see what’s coming around the corner for the Church. Discover more about Exponential NEXT by visiting us at exponential.org/next.

Episodes

July 2, 2025
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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May 7, 2025 46 mins
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: […]
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April 30, 2025 43 mins
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 […]
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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. […]
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April 16, 2025 52 mins
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, […]
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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-vocational options. — Hosts: […]
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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. […]
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March 26, 2025 51 mins
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 – […]
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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 […]
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March 5, 2025 44 mins
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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February 12, 2025 42 mins
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 […]
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