Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Next Gen Discipleship (feat. Grant Skeldon)
Highlight – “Revival is going to come in your generation.”
In this podcast episode we’ve got Grant Skeldon. Grant heads up the Nxt Gen Summit, and today he speaks with Matt Dabbs about his experiences working with churches and his observations on how generational gaps can be bridged. He discusses the role of mentorship and discipleship in helping younger generations grow up in faith, and shares in-depth insights into the various challenges that millennial and Gen Z generations face and how the older generations can guide them. Skeldon emphasizes the mutual benefits of connecting generations in ministry and the positive impact it has on church health. He provides practical advice based on his observations and experiences working with churches, drawing insights from various sources including movies, sports, and even….canine behavior.
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Key Takeaways
00:00 Introducing the Guest and His Work
01:04 Discussing the Challenges of the Next Generation
01:39 The Impact of Parenting and Culture on the Next Generation
02:35 The Influence of Technology and Convenience on the Next Generation
03:19 The Role of Faith and Consequences in Growth
05:56 The Effects of Coddling and Criticism on the Next Generation
06:33 The Confusion and Cancellation of the Next Generation by Culture
07:54 The Impact of Debt on the Next Generation
08:39 The Importance of Mentorship and Discipleship
16:34 Addressing Common Excuses for Not Discipling
23:46 The Role of the Church in Discipleship
25:22 The Power of Movies in Addressing Racial and Generational Reconciliation
26:08 Addressing the Elephant in the Room: Generational Differences
27:20 Identifying Enthusiastic Older and Younger Leaders in the Church
29:11 Creating a Movement Within: The Power of Influence
30:35 Identifying the Ringleaders Among Generations
42:35 The Importance of Mutual Encouragement and Energy in Discipleship
48:52 The Power of Hope and Joy in the Church