Welcome to the first episode to the NextGen Matters Podcast,  where in this episode, Rich Brown introduces the NextGen Matters Podcast, a show created to support ministry leaders who are striving to lead with clarity, confidence, and consistency in the face of today’s cultural and ministry challenges. Rich shares his heart behind launching the podcast, the mission of Next Gen Matters, and the vision for future episodes that will engage, encourage, equip, and empower leaders serving the next generation. Drawing on over 40 years of ministry experience, Rich explains how this show will deliver biblical solutions, practical frameworks, and honest conversations for ministry leaders.

Resources Mentioned:

• Next Gen Matters  - https://nextgenmatters.org/

• The Bible (2 Timothy 4:7 reference)

Timestamps:

• 00:02 – Welcome to the Next Gen Matters Podcast: A show for ministry leaders seeking clarity and confidence. 

• 01:16 – Why start another ministry podcast? Rich shares the calling behind launching the show. 

• 02:23 – The challenges of leading in today’s culture and the heart to impact the next generation. 

• 04:09 – Beyond survival: Finding victory in ministry through the gospel of Jesus Christ. 

• 06:03 – Rich’s 40 years of ministry experience and the vision behind Next Gen Matters. 

• 07:25 – The importance of spiritually healthy leaders creating spiritually strong ministries. 

• 08:34 – The promise of every episode: biblical solutions, practical tools, and honest conversations. 

• 09:59 – Common pain points in ministry and upcoming topics for the show. 

• 11:40 – Closing encouragement: Your leadership matters because your ministry matters because the gospel matters.