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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2025 · 46 MIN

#67 - Jason Persaud on Shaping Culture, Sharing Jesus, and Leading With Justice

from The Sowers. · host Matt Naismith

In this conversation, Jason Persaud shares his journey into evangelism, emphasizing relational outreach and Holy Spirit-led conversations. He discusses his work with Alpha Canada and The Culture Changers, highlighting the need for a Jesus-centered approach to cultural engagement and social justice. Jason challenges believers to listen to marginalized voices, navigate the tension between cultural confrontation and conformity, and step into the future of the church through prayer, unity, and action.Jason is the National Director of Church Experience at Alpha Canada, leading a team that equips churches and leaders in evangelism. With over 32 years in ministry as a pastor, missionary, and speaker, he’s passionate about engaging culture with the gospel. He also leads The Culture Changers, helping churches navigate cultural issues impacting the next generation. Jason and his wife, Kerri, serve in ministry and live in Brampton, ON, with their two kids.TAKEAWAYS+Relational evangelism is about planting seeds in people's hearts.+Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit is crucial in evangelism.+Jesus exemplified crossing cultural and ethnic barriers.+Christians should lead with God's heart for justice.+Empathy and compassion can bridge cultural divides.+Hope is found in a relationship with Jesus.+Prayer is essential for the future of the church.To learn more about Jason and The Culture Changers, please visit: ⁠https://www.theculturechangers.org/⁠.To learn more about Alpha Canada, please visit: ⁠https://alphacanada.org/⁠#evangelism #Alpha #theculturechangers #faith #community #justice #Jesus #curiosity #hope #service #unity Chapters00:00 Introduction to Evangelism and Personal Journey03:21 The Role of Relational Evangelism06:17 Divine Moments and Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit09:18 Overview of Alpha and Culture Changers11:55 Leading Culture from a Jesus-Centric Perspective20:41 Redefining the Kingdom of God21:31 Engaging Culture as Christians24:43 Empathy and Compassion in Action26:22 Confront or Conform: Navigating Cultural Tensions31:20 Curiosity and Confusion in Spiritual Conversations34:55 The Hope Within: Personal Testimonies37:22 Preparing for the Future of the Church

In this conversation, Jason Persaud shares his journey into evangelism, emphasizing relational outreach and Holy Spirit-led conversations. He discusses his work with Alpha Canada and The Culture Changers, highlighting the need for a Jesus-centered approach to cultural engagement and social justice. Jason challenges believers to listen to marginalized voices, navigate the tension between cultural confrontation and conformity, and step into the future of the church through prayer, unity, and action.Jason is the National Director of Church Experience at Alpha Canada, leading a team that equips churches and leaders in evangelism. With over 32 years in ministry as a pastor, missionary, and speaker, he’s passionate about engaging culture with the gospel. He also leads The Culture Changers, helping churches navigate cultural issues impacting the next generation. Jason and his wife, Kerri, serve in ministry and live in Brampton, ON, with their two kids.TAKEAWAYS+Relational evangelism is about planting seeds in people's hearts.+Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit is crucial in evangelism.+Jesus exemplified crossing cultural and ethnic barriers.+Christians should lead with God's heart for justice.+Empathy and compassion can bridge cultural divides.+Hope is found in a relationship with Jesus.+Prayer is essential for the future of the church.To learn more about Jason and The Culture Changers, please visit: ⁠https://www.theculturechangers.org/⁠.To learn more about Alpha Canada, please visit: ⁠https://alphacanada.org/⁠#evangelism #Alpha #theculturechangers #faith #community #justice #Jesus #curiosity #hope #service #unity Chapters00:00 Introduction to Evangelism and Personal Journey03:21 The Role of Relational Evangelism06:17 Divine Moments and Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit09:18 Overview of Alpha and Culture Changers11:55 Leading Culture from a Jesus-Centric Perspective20:41 Redefining the Kingdom of God21:31 Engaging Culture as Christians24:43 Empathy and Compassion in Action26:22 Confront or Conform: Navigating Cultural Tensions31:20 Curiosity and Confusion in Spiritual Conversations34:55 The Hope Within: Personal Testimonies37:22 Preparing for the Future of the Church

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