We’ve entered an age where seeing is no longer believing.
Within a year, artificial intelligence will blur the line between what’s real and what’s fabricated—videos, voices, even live interactions, perfectly imitated.

For generations, the world said, “Seeing is believing.”
But now that sight can be simulated, that mantra collapses.

In this episode, we talk about faith, discernment, and the unshakable Word of God in a culture of illusion. As deception grows more convincing, faith in what cannot be seen will become the only sane way to live. Because in a world where everything can be faked—truth still speaks.

Fast. Funny. Thoughtful. Kris and Ken fire off hot takes on the myths, clichés, and trends shaping modern church life — from coffee-based growth strategies to viral-video revival. 

They laugh their way toward a deeper truth: methods fade, but the mission of Jesus still multiplies.

In this episode, we unpack Paul’s warning that sin can twist even God’s holy law into a base of operations for pride, hypocrisy, and rebellion. Romans 7:8–9 shows how the commandment meant for life can awaken hidden desires and expose self-deception. But the final verdict is clear: the law points us to our desperate need for Christ.

Discover how grace and truth in Jesus pierce beneath the surface, strip away self-confidence, and empower us to walk in the Spirit.

In this episode of The Mobilized Church Podcast, we reflect on the tragic death of Charlie Kirk—not to elevate politics, but to examine what it reveals about culture, freedom, and Christian witness. From rising hostility on campuses to the church’s call to speak truth with grace, we explore how believers can defend freedom, model civil discourse, and anchor their hope in Christ’s unshakable kingdom.

In this episode, we explore the power of recovering a sense of awe in Jesus. The Gospels are filled with people marveling at Him—and that same wonder is meant to shape our lives today. Wonder isn’t optional; it renews hope, interrupts anxiety, widens the scope of faith, and re-centers us in worship.

We’ll talk about how leaders and believers alike can lose sight of wonder through busyness and over-familiarity—and how to rediscover it in everyday life. From answered prayers to simple joys, awe in Jesus is a gift that transforms the way we see the world.

Many churches treat evangelism and discipleship as two separate steps, but Jesus gave one seamless mission: make disciples. In this episode, we unpack the Great Commission in its original language, explore how Jesus modeled disciple-making before His followers fully believed, and clarify the difference between discipleship (becoming like Jesus) and disciple-making (helping others begin and continue that journey). You’ll discover how connection, conversation, baptism, and teaching all fit together — and how every believer is empowered to live as an everyday missionary.

Jesus didn’t just preach to crowds—He built a whole missional ecosystem. In this episode, we unpack how His model moved fluidly from the multitudes to meals in homes, from the 70 He sent out to the 12 He discipled closely, all the way down to one-on-one encounters.

Discover how crowds, communities, small groups, and personal engagement each play a vital role in Kingdom mission—and why we need the whole transmission, not just one gear.

The headlines about the church in America often focus on decline—but that’s not the whole story. The numbers have steadied from the post-COVID freefall, and in many places, congregations are seeing attendance and engagement rebound. But here’s the real question: Are we satisfied that the decline has slowed, or are we ready to measure how much we’re actually gaining?

In this episode, Ken and Kris unpack the latest national and denominational data on church attendance, evangelism, and spiritual openness. They explain why the problem isn’t that “the church isn’t working,” but that most churches are running on a single, attractional gear—while Jesus modeled a balanced missional ecosystem that includes corporate gatherings, mid-sized communities, micro-disciple-making ecosystems (XGroups), and everyday missionary living.

You’ll hear:

• The most recent national statistics on attendance, growth, and evangelism
• Why spiritual openness is rising even as personal evangelism conviction has dropped.
• How small group and micro-ecosystem engagement can turn stability into multiplication.
• Practical steps for reorienting your church to the Jesus paradigm of mission.

This conversation will challenge your metrics, encourage your heart, and help you imagine what’s possible when the church moves beyond measuring “less loss” to pursuing missional success.

It’s our 5-year anniversary episode—and we’re looking back with fresh eyes and honest hearts. In this special edition of The Mobilized Church Podcast, we ask ourselves: If we had to start over... what would we do differently?

From launching the podcast to leading in local church contexts, from discipleship models to team culture, we reflect on our biggest lessons learned, where we missed it, and what we would adjust if we had a blank slate today. Whether you're a church planter, pastor, or disciple-maker, this conversation is packed with wisdom for your next phase of ministry.

This is more than nostalgia—it’s a reset button for anyone wanting to grow on mission.

In this episode of The Mobilized Church Podcast, we unpack the article “An Exploration of Missional Expressions in an Age of Skepticism.” As cultural trust in Christianity declines and indifference replaces curiosity, the Church finds itself at a crossroads—much like the early believers in Acts 28:22, who were “spoken against everywhere.”

We explore how this cultural shift is not just a challenge but a Spirit-led opportunity for bold, authentic discipleship and Kingdom multiplication. What does it mean to thrive missionally in a world that is no longer listening the way it used to? How do we form courageous disciples, equip everyday missionaries, and rethink church systems to foster vibrant witness in the margins?

Join us as we discuss redefining success, discerning spiritual openness, and cultivating leaders for a world that demands faithfulness more than familiarity.