Solving the World’s Greatest Problems: Faith Driven Entrepreneurship with Justin Forman

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” mission trip pioneer to catalyzing a global movement of Kingdom-minded entrepreneurs. Together, Rob and Justin unpack why today’s emerging generation is uniquely wired for entrepreneurship, creation, and collaborative impact - and how the Church must grow a richer theology of vocation, innovation, and generosity to meet this moment.You’ll discover:Why naming the “villain” is crucial for transforming good intentions into real-world action - and how bland, “Hallmark” storytelling holds Christian leaders backHow collaborative generosity, not just individual effort, is unlocking breakthroughs in Bible translation, higher education for the world’s poorest, and moreThe seismic cultural shift: Why trust in small businesses dwarfs faith in government and even the Church, and what that means for mission-minded leadersFrom the explosion of Faith Driven Entrepreneur - connecting millions of leaders worldwide - to the fresh initiative of “Solving the World’s Great Problems,” this conversation is both practical and inspiring. If you’re a builder, creative, or faith-driven innovator longing to see your calling meet the world’s deepest needs, this episode will challenge and equip you.Are you ready to stop looking away from the world’s villains and step into a new era of collaborative Kingdom impact?Show Note Links: Episode Guide: Access a resource designed to help you reflect and learn from this episode conversation! Faith Driven Entrepreneur: https://www.faithdrivenentrepreneur.orgRight Now Media: https://www.rightnowmedia.org/OneHope Research: Gen Alpha https://onehope.net/global-outreach/research/Miscio: https://www.miscio.io/Solving the World’s Greatest Problems: https://solving.org/Collaborative Missiology: More resources will be coming soon! To stay up to date on resources related to this topic, sign up here.  CHAPTERS:00:01 What Revival Looks Like When It’s Out of Control01:08 Gen Z: Anxious, Secular—or Spiritually Curious?05:13 Bold Faith: Gen Z’s Unexpected Evangelistic Courage07:05 Post-Christian or Pre-Christian? New Openness in Europe08:18 Students Leading Alpha in Public Schools10:34 Youth Alpha Reimagined: Collaborative, Global Approach13:58 Gen Z’s Search for the Lasting and Solid14:57 Presence Over Programs: Gen Z’s Spiritual Priorities16:46 Hard Questions, Thick Theology: The Shift in Discipling19:11 Grace and Truth: Equipping Volunteer Leaders for Gen Z22:02 Bible Sales Up, Spiritual Hunger Rising24:13 Church Must Reform to See Awakening Become Revival28:01 Guide Beside, Not Sage on the Stage29:46 Real Relationships: Parents as Most Trusted Voices32:08 Jesus Is Lord Generation: All-In Faith Stories34:50 An Age of Collaborative Missiology35:25 Closing Encouragement & Leadership Vulnerability