Lausanne Movement Podcast

Lausanne Movement Podcast

The Lausanne Movement podcast brings you insights from a global community of Christian influencers to help advance the gospel, foster thriving churches, nurture Christlike leaders, and catalyse kingdom impact across all spheres of society.

Episodes

June 23, 2025 52 mins

The global Church is changing—but are our prayers keeping up with its needs?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Mandryk, editor of Operation World, joins us for a thought-provoking conversation on the role of strategic, Spirit-led intercession in the age of global change. From his personal calling into prayer mobilization to the intersection of data, mission, and worship, Jason helps us reimagine prayer not as ...

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The gospel was never meant to silence culture, but to redeem it.

Learn how contextual worship and indigenous art are helping every people group declare the glory of God in their own voice.

In this episode, Jason Watson speaks with Heber Negrão—missionary, scholar, and global voice in ethnodoxology—about how the arts can serve the Church’s mission by connecting the gospel to the cultural heart of every people group. Drawing from yea...

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How is God moving in East Asia? 

 

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In this episode of the podcast, Seth Kim, a Lausanne Regional Director for East Asia, shares strategic insights on how churches are reaching their cities, cultures, and nations through innovative mission. From mobilizing youth and developing leaders, to contextualizing the gospel and fostering collaboration, Seth paints a powerful picture of what it looks like to pursue the Great Commi...

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What if the Church’s evangelistic crisis isn’t about culture—but about conviction? And what if the way forward isn’t more methods, but deeper surrender?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Dr. Desmond Henry, Lausanne catalyst for proclamation evangelism and International Director of the Global Network of Evangelists for Palau, joins us for a compelling conversation on why evangelism often feels sidelined in today’s ch...

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What if Africa’s greatest challenges are also its greatest gospel opportunities? Discover how God is raising up a new generation of leaders in the midst of pressure, persecution, and potential.

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In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Dr. Stephen Mbogo, Lausanne Regional Director for the English, Portuguese, and Spanish-speaking (EPSA) region, and International Team Leader of African Enterprise, shares how Afri...

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What does it look like when a church opens its arms to strangers in crisis? Discover how radical hospitality prepared fertile ground for sharing the gospel with Ukrainian refugees.

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In this deeply moving episode, Pastor Oliwer Cieslar shares how his church in Poland became a place of refuge and transformation during the Ukrainian war. With no refugee infrastructure in place, the Polish church—and the wider community—mobi...

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Is it possible for artificial intelligence to share the gospel—and even lead someone to Christ?

In this thought-provoking episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Chase Cappo joins Jason Watson to explore the emerging world of Christian AI and its potential to revolutionize ministry. Chase shares how technology can serve the church, foster trust, and guide people toward authentic encounters with Jesus. You’ll hear powerful testimo...

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We’re doing something different in this special episode—bringing you a feature from our friends at the God on the Move podcast.

God on the Move Podcast shares inspiring stories of faithful believers from the global church and will encourage you in your own faithful obedience to God’s global mission.

We will soon be switching to a new rhythm of releasing a Lausanne Movement Podcast episode every second week, with God on the Move pub...

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How could the global Church respond to the needs of vulnerable children in a way that leads to lasting gospel impact?

 

Children are among the most vulnerable members of society, especially those facing poverty, exploitation, and displacement. In this episode, Dr. Susan Greener—an expert in global human development—shares insights on how Christians can approach ministry to children-at-risk with a holistic, gospel-centered perspecti...

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We’re doing something different in this special episode—bringing you a feature from our friends at the God on the Move podcast.

God on the Move Podcast shares inspiring stories of faithful believers from the global church and will encourage you in your own faithful obedience to God’s global mission.

We will soon be switching to a new rhythm of releasing a Lausanne Movement Podcast episode every second week, with God on the Move pub...

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In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits with Ruslan Zagidulin, a Lausanne Regional Director for Eurasia, to explore the region's dynamic and complex spiritual landscape. From his personal story of faith—growing up in an interethnic Soviet family—to the unique challenges and opportunities for the church in Eurasia today, Ruslan provides deep insights into the region’s identity, mission work, and the next ...

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Did you know that 94% of Gen Z identifies as gamers? What if the Church could step into digital spaces and make an impact where the next generation is already gathered?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Luke & Jen Richey, Gravity Jack's founders, to explore gaming's power as a mission field. From their radical faith transformation in 2019 to pioneering WarTribe of Binyamin, a game des...

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Could the workplace be one of the most strategic mission fields today? Could your daily vocation be a powerful tool for advancing God’s kingdom?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson sits down with Tommy Lee, CEO of Resource Global, to explore the intersection of faith and work. Tommy shares his inspiring journey from business to ministry, how Resource Global equips young Christian professionals to be catal...

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A Special Episode from the Lausanne Movement Archives

How does the Holy Spirit empower the Church for global mission? 

In this powerful talk from the First Lausanne Congress (1974), Rev. Gottfried Osei-Mensah explores the Holy Spirit’s role as Teacher, Master, and Helper in evangelization. With deep wisdom and clarity, he calls Christians to submit to the Spirit’s leading, embrace bold faith, and work together for the Gospel. 

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A special episode from the Lausanne Movement Archives

When God asks us to live a new life in him, he provides us with boundless resources. Few know this truth better than Corrie ten Boom, a concentration camp survivor who was imprisoned for helping Jews escape during World War II. 

In this poignant testimony from the first Lausanne Congress in 1974, she illustrates the tender power of God through moving stories drawn from her trave...

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A special episode from the Lausanne Movement Archives

 

‘Mission’, ‘evangelism’, ‘dialogue’, ‘salvation’, and ‘conversion’—as Christians, we hear these words often, but over time their meanings can become muddled and distorted. 

How can we return to a biblical definition of these terms? 

John Stott’s fresh biblical perspective, given at the 1974 International Congress on World Evangelization, reminds us that the best way to renew o...

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Special Episode

Take a trip back in 1974 to Lausanne, Switzerland, to experience the opening plenary address Billy Graham gave at the First International Congress on World Evangelization. Available in print and audio, ‘Why Lausanne?’ is as relevant today as it was over 50 years ago. We pray that as you experience Graham’s address for yourself, you can draw closer to the heartbeat of global missions and find renewed zeal to take par...

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Can understanding human nature transform how we approach missions, ministry, and personal spiritual growth?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Dr. Stan Wallace, Lausanne Catalyst for Academic Ministry & Educators Network (AMEN), author, and president of Global Scholars, explores the intersection of neuroscience, theology, and human flourishing. From the duality of body and soul to the challenges of engaging with ...

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What does integrating your faith with your work mean, especially when you’re a doctor navigating ethical dilemmas, societal challenges, and mission opportunities in the Caribbean?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Dr. Khara Collymore-Lashley shares her journey of combining faith and vocation as a medical doctor in the Caribbean. From navigating the spiritual climate of the region to serving as the hands, feet, and v...

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What if God's vision for wealth, poverty, and justice radically differed from the world's? Discover how you can align your life with a kingdom-centered approach to economics.

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Matheus Ortega unpacks the transformative principles of Kingdom Economics. Drawing from scripture, theology, and his journey, Matheus explores four paradigms for addressing wealth and poverty while offering pra...

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