“Some of the pastors I’ve seen… have had to relearn what they thought they knew.” – Israel Olofinjana

In this church-focused bonus conversation, Jason Roach continues his discussion with Israel Olofinjana (One People Commission of the Evangelical Alliance) and John Stevens (Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches) on the importance of developing cross-cultural churches.

Together they explore the long and often surprising process God takes leaders on, as we learn to welcome and understand every culture in our midst – exploring examples from the early church and today.

Israel reflects on why leaders often need to relearn what they think they know, listen deeply to the experiences of others, and allow God to challenge their assumptions. And John unpacks how this isn’t about abandoning historic convictions, but fully understanding the implications of the gospel we already believe.