There are things in life and faith that we were never meant to do and forgetting that can leave us overwhelmed, frustrated, and spiritually exhausted. In this episode of The Mobilized Church Podcast, we talk through eight important reminders about what we cannot do, especially when it comes to our walk with God and our relationships with others. We explore the tension between faith and responsibility, trust and control, and why trying to carry what does not belong to us often pulls us a...

The Church was designed to function as one Body made up of many diverse giftings, each playing a vital role in God’s purpose. In this episode, we explore The Power of Collaboration and why the Body of Christ is healthier, stronger, and more effective when every gifting is operating as God intended. From an apostolic perspective, we talk about how unity does not require sameness and how Spirit-led collaboration allows truth to be preserved while gifts are fully released. When individual callin...

Many believers want to pray more but struggle to fit prayer into already full lives. In this episode, we explore the difference between having prayer time and living prayerful lives. Introducing Life Rhythm Prayer, this conversation reframes prayer not as something we squeeze into our schedules, but as a posture we carry throughout the day. Rooted in the biblical call to “pray without ceasing,” Life Rhythm Prayer invites us to pause, acknowledge God, and invite the Spirit into ordinary moment...

What if the most explosive moments in the early church didn’t happen on a platform—but around a table? In Acts 6, the apostles appoint leaders to oversee food distribution for widows—an assignment that looks ordinary, even menial. But what follows is anything but small. This episode explores a three-stage Kingdom reversal where serving tables reshapes priorities, launches Spirit-filled leaders, and dismantles the very power structures the enemy relies on. From Stephen’s miracles to Philip’s m...

We live in a culture obsessed with comfort — engineered to make every part of life easier, faster, and more convenient. But the way of Jesus has always been different. God consistently forms His people through challenge, pressure, and discomfort. In fact, some of His greatest work happens in the places we most want to avoid. In this episode, Kris and Ken dive deep into the spiritual reality that pain is often preparation, not punishment. They explore how God uses difficulty to shape courage, ...

For years, we’ve taught that the mission can’t be confined to a building or reduced to seasonal events. Mission must be lived out daily — where disciples live, work, learn, and play. But here’s the challenge most churches never talk about: when we shift the weight of mission onto personal, everyday responsibility, some disciples don’t step deeper into mission… they step back from it. Not because the vision is wrong — but because without clear on-ramps and shared moments of united effort, pass...

In this episode, Kris and Ken unpack a simple but powerful truth: gratitude and grace share the same root. When grace shapes your attitude, gratitude becomes the natural overflow. They explore how a heart trained to see the blessings we don’t deserve develops a posture that changes everything—our perspective, our relationships, our worship, and our discipleship. Through Scripture, real-life stories, and practical insight, they dive into how grace forms the inner disposition that keeps us grou...

This episode explores the spiritual and emotional balance believers need in a world filled with highs and lows. Kris and Ken talk about how easy it is to let our emotions run ahead of our faith — either getting lifted too high in moments of excitement or sinking too low when life feels heavy. They unpack biblical examples, practical habits, emotional health insights, and Spirit-led wisdom that help disciples stay steady, grounded, and mission-focused no matter what circumstances they’re facin...

This episode of The Mobilized Church Podcast explores the rhythms every follower of Jesus experiences in life. Kris and Ken talk about how God forms us through both mountain seasons of clarity and valley seasons of pressure. They unpack biblical examples, real-life stories, and practical steps that help people stay faithful, hopeful, and mission-minded no matter what season they are in. The conversation centers on spiritual formation, discipleability, healthy relationships, and how God uses e...

In this episode, Kris unpacks Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 3 and explores how true freedom comes “where the Spirit of the Lord is.” Transformation isn’t just about revelation—it’s about discipleability. When we’re willing to let the Spirit probe, convict, and tension us toward Jesus’ better way, the veil lifts and His glory changes us. Kris also shares what happens when that freedom starts reshaping church culture—from quiet transparency in discipleship groups to public renewal that’s contag...

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 canno...

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...

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 toge...

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...

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.

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 di...

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 do...