In this episode of the Innovative Church Leaders podcast, Dr. Eric Bryant interviews Mark Matlock, the Executive Director of the Urbana Student Missions Conference, the founder of WisdomWorks Ministries, Senior Fellow at Barna, and author of over 20 books.
Mark shares about the significance of the Urbana conference, insights on church trends, and the need for spiritual formation and resilience in discipleship.
🔥 Top 5 Takeaways:
1. Gen Z is experiencing both revival and retreat in their faith.
2. Urbana serves as a pivotal moment for young adults to contemplate their faith and mission.
3. Church leaders must adapt to the changing imagination of younger generations.
4.Resilient disciples prioritize faith at the center of their lives.
5. The church has unprecedented opportunities to connect with spiritually open individuals.
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