The Current with Jayson French

In this insightful interview, Dr. Tim Elmore shares his extensive research on Gen Z, leadership, and how to effectively mentor and lead the next generation. Discover practical strategies, leadership myths, and inspiring stories that will transform your approach to developing young leaders. Five Takeaways Leaders are teachable. We never arrive and sometimes we need a little sandpaper on our leadership style. Connect before you correct. Relationships drive leading Gen Z. 26 is the new 18. Become your own best friend. Be kind to yourself. You need it more than you know. Do young leaders want to stick around? Ask them what they want to learn. Sign up to stay connected and be entered into a chance to win the latest giveaway at ciy.com/thecurrent.   Connect with Dr. Tim Elmore on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, or at timelmore.com Connect with Jayson French on Instagram, LinkedIn, or at ciy.com/jayson-french.   The Current is a Christ In Youth podcast, created to help leaders do Kingdom Work. Learn more about CIY at ciy.com.   Executive produced by Eric Epperson, co-produced by Lauren Bryan and Joseph Jackson.   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Conversation 04:53 Meet Dr. Tim Elmore: Leadership Development Expert 10:56 Understanding Gen Z: Challenges and Opportunities 12:25 The Peter Pan Paradox: Authority vs. Maturity   20:36 Work-Life Balance: Gen Z's Perspective 23:52 Career Aspirations of Gen Z: Gigs vs. Calling 27:47 Shifting Leadership Paradigms 30:00 Navigating Failure and Growth 34:15 Retaining Gen Z Talent 36:10 Onboarding and Mentorship Strategies 43:00 Preparing for Leadership Succession  52:00 Understanding and Empowering Gen Z 57:00 Personal Insights and Future Aspirations 1:01:12 Closing Discussion and Challenge  RESOURCES Growing Leaders - https://www.growingleaders.com  The Future Begins with Z (Book) - https://a.co/d/02JTTp2v  KEYWORDS Gen Z, leadership, mentoring, leadership development, future of work, generational differences, leadership myths, organizational success

What happens when God's plans are bigger than ours? Join us as we explore the extraordinary revival at Southeastern University with campus pastor Jonathan Rivera. He recounts how spiritual awakening unfolds in real time, the leadership challenges involved, and the practical logistics of stewarding a move of God. In this inspiring conversation, Rivera shares firsthand insights, emphasizing the importance of creating space for the Spirit to move, the role of prayer and logistics, and how leaders can respond to spiritual movements in their communities. Five takeawaysSpontaneous spiritual awakening requires prayer and thoughtful responses.If you didn’t start it, it’s not your job to keep it going.Revival begins, and is sustained, though prayer.Your culture, and what is most important to you, will determine your response. If your leadership is bought in 24/7, the response when the moment happens is automatic.Water is spiritual. Get outside and get around a body of water.00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage05:37 Jonathan Rivera09:42 Finding Life and Peace in Nature14:30 The Revival at Southeastern University15:50 The Power of Confession and Repentance20:14 Stewarding a Movement of God21:52 Navigating Institutional Challenges26:15 Creating Space for Spiritual Movement29:12 The Theology of Logistics in Ministry33:28 Preparing for the Unexpected in Ministry36:22 Handling the Aftermath of Spiritual Awakening44:10 The Movement of a Generation49:38 Creating Space for the Holy Spirit51:50 Sustaining Spiritual Movements54:30 Cultivating a Culture of Prayer59:00 The Correlation Between Repentance and Revival59:40 Personal Recommendations and Closing Thoughts1:02:40 Closing Discussion and ChallengeSign up to stay connected and be entered into a chance to win the latest giveaway at ciy.com/thecurrent. Connect with Jonathan Rivera on Instagram, LinkedIn, or at jonathanarivera.com.Connect with Jayson French on Instagram, LinkedIn, or at ciy.com/jayson-french. The Current is a Christ In Youth podcast, created to help leaders do Kingdom Work. Learn more about CIY at ciy.com. Executive produced by Eric Epperson, co-produced by Lauren Bryan and Joseph Jackson.  Keywords revival, Southeastern University, spiritual awakening, leadership, church revival, campus ministry, religious movement, faith, prayer, spiritual culture revival, Holy Spirit, campus ministry, prayer, spiritual awakening, leadership, church renewal, generation Z, spiritual movement, revival stories

Summary In this conversation, Jayson and Eric discuss leadership challenges with Aaron Brockett, the lead pastor of Traders Point Christian Church. They explore the journey of leading a growing church, the importance of maintaining a healthy culture, and the personal practices that help Aaron navigate the pressures of leadership. The discussion touches on the significance of community, personal development, and the balance between growth and care for individuals within the church. In this conversation, Aaron Brockett discusses the evolution of his leadership style, the importance of confidence rooted in faith, and the challenges of navigating rapid growth within a church context. He emphasizes the need for authentic relationships among leaders and the significance of clarity in communication with their congregations. Brockett also shares insights on the future threats facing the church, particularly the blending of secular ideologies with Christianity, and the necessity for leaders to remain grounded and connected to their communities.Five Takeaways Leadership is about serving the mission, not protecting the institution. Healthy church growth is a byproduct of spiritual health. Systems and processes should care for people, not treat them as cogs in a machine. Continuous personal development is essential for effective leadership. Confidence comes from faith, not just self-assurance. Building genuine friendships is crucial for leaders. Leaders need to be proactive in cultivating friendships and connections. Chapters  00:00 Introduction to Leadership Challenges 11:54 Gifts and Personal Connections 14:56 Finding Balance in Leadership 18:21 Maintaining a Healthy Church Culture 22:22 Navigating Growth and Personal Development 24:20 Reflections on Leadership Journey 30:45 The Roots of Confidence 32:30 Navigating Leadership Challenges 33:40 The Weight of Growth and Leadership 38:30 Building Authentic Relationships 44:20 Anticipating Future Threats in Leadership Sign up to stay connected and be entered into a chance to win the latest giveaway at ciy.com/thecurrent. Connect with Jayson French on Instagram, LinkedIn, or at ciy.com/jayson-french. The Current is a Christ In Youth podcast, created to help leaders do Kingdom Work. Learn more about CIY at ciy.com. Executive produced by Eric Epperson, co-produced by Lauren Bryan and Joseph Jackson.  Keywords leadership, church growth, personal development, community, church, faith, leadership systems, evangelism, ministry