Mar 21 2025 40 mins 6
Tim and Jack explore why developing church leaders locally is both biblical and essential for church health and growth.
• The urgent need for leadership in the post-Christian, secular American context
• Sustainable leadership training that is robust, affordable, and accessible
• Cultural relevance – locally developed leaders understand their communities intuitively
• Biblical foundations from Exodus 18 (Jethro and Moses), Acts 6 (appointment of deacons), and Paul's instructions to Timothy and Titus
• The community impact of having leaders with deep relational connections
• Creating leadership pipelines for long-term church stability
• The challenge of current LCMS systems that limit succession planning
• How technology can help deliver robust theological education without compromising quality
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