LAUNCH Podcast with Anthony Delaney

Reimagining Church as a Movement: 7 Key Principles | with Rich Robinson

In this insightful conversation, Anthony Delaney and Rich Robinson explore the concept of church as a movement, emphasizing the importance of balancing gathering and scattering, discipleship, and leadership. They discuss how to reimagine church, the role of the apest gifts, and practical steps for leaders to foster movement in their communities.
 
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Movement in the Church01:57 Defining Movement and Its Characteristics09:31 The Difference Between Church and Movement18:26 Reimagining Church as Movement22:22 Personal Reflections on Church and Movement26:05 The Tension of the Kingdom: Gathering and Scattering28:19 Equipping for Everyday Mission: Beyond Sunday31:01 Understanding the APES Framework: Apostolic Leadership38:29 Signs of Institutionalization: Protecting vs. Pioneering41:22 Embracing Disruption: The Leader's Journey44:12 The Down and Through Process: Navigating Change47:56 Resources for Leaders: Books and Guidance

The Power of Community in Faith: Leadership Lessons from Mark Melluish

In this engaging interview, Anthony Delaney and Mark Melluish explore leadership, church growth, and the power of community in faith. They share personal stories, insights on church planting, and practical advice for leaders seeking to make a difference.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background of Mark Melluish02:46 The Importance of Community in Ministry05:36 Mark's Role in New Wine and Leadership Development08:19 Reconnecting with New Wine and Its Evolution11:03 The Historical Context of New Wine13:54 Future Vision for New Wine and Leadership16:40 Confident Leadership and Evangelism19:25 Encouraging Growth and Change in Churches22:02 The Role of Resources in Church Growth25:01 Youth Engagement and Community Initiatives26:32 Burning Bush Moments in Everyday Life28:06 The Importance of People Skills in Leadership29:24 Love and Compassion in Church Leadership30:43 Seeing and Hearing People in Ministry31:25 Finding Meaning and Purpose in Life32:09 The Lattice Fund: Building Leaders35:50 Becoming a New Wine Church39:13 Success Metrics for the Lattice Fund42:26 Innovative Outreach in Church Settings45:33 Quickfire Leadership Insights

Why Now's Not The Time To Shut Up About The 'Quiet Revival'

In this Easter-themed episode, Anthony Delaney explores the current spiritual revival, the importance of faith, and how churches can respond to the spiritual openness among young people. He shares stories of personal encounters, discusses the significance of faith over fear, and encourages proactive engagement with those seeking meaning.
 
Chapters
00:00 Easter Outreach and Community Engagement00:57 The Concept of Revival vs. Awakening04:42 Spiritual Curiosity Among Younger Generations08:54 Breaking the Doom Loop in Church Leadership13:56 Faith and Expectation in Ministry18:26 Responding to Spiritual Openness this Easter

Reigniting Passion and Purpose in a Quiet Revival | with Josh Green

In this episode, Anthony Delaney sits down with Josh Green from Gen Zeal to explore what it takes to rekindle passion, prayer, and boldness in today’s young generation amidst a quiet spiritual revival. They discuss how the church can go beyond superficial engagement and focus on transformative encounters with Jesus that truly change lives.
 
00:00 - Introduction and personal stories connecting past and present02:23 - Why life without Jesus is impossible to navigate04:36 - The concept of quiet revival and embracing passion06:12 - The cultural shift: from relevancy to righteousness07:57 - The attractiveness of authentic, real faith beyond digital dopamine10:05 - Lost in the house vs. Prodigal son: finding belonging and intimacy12:30 - Josh’s story of conversion and the power of prayer in crisis15:11 - Encountering Jesus in the police station and the real life transformation17:53 - The importance of genuine commitment over superficial response20:55 - Practical steps: training, discipleship, and engagement strategies22:16 - The impact of scripture over superficial experiences24:55 - Deepening prayer and rediscovering God's presence27:05 - The three 'E’s: Encounter, Equip, Engage as a church strategy29:23 - Making the Bible relevant and confronting cultural issues head-on32:42 - The challenge of depth versus shallowness in evangelism35:49 - The importance of biblically rooted church life36:38 - How to help young people make meaningful decisions for Christ39:17 - The significance of follow-up, discipleship, and ongoing support41:55 - Celebrating long-term faithfulness, not just immediate responses43:19 - Prayer for fire, passion, and revival over the UK and beyond45:37 - Connecting with Jen Zeal and final encouragement

Revolutionizing Evangelism: How Digital Tech is Changing Faith Outreach | with Charlotte Nall

This podcast explores the transformative role of digital technology in evangelism, highlighting innovative approaches to sharing faith globally. Guest Charlotte Nall from Christian Vision discusses how social media, chatbots, and online communities are revolutionizing outreach efforts, especially among unreached and younger populations.
 
Chapters
00:00 The Future of Evangelism: A Digital Shift05:26 Innovative Approaches to Evangelism07:42 Understanding Spiritual Openness in Society09:57 Bridging the Gap: Misconceptions in Evangelism12:25 Everyday Evangelism: Authentic Connections15:04 Overcoming Barriers to Sharing Faith17:43 Utilizing Technology for Evangelism19:25 Where to Find Spiritual Curiosity Online20:21 Building Connections Through Authenticity21:19 The Role of Online Spaces in Faith Exploration23:38 Meeting Needs Before Introducing Jesus24:34 Creating Accessible Pathways for Seekers27:31 Leveraging Technology for Evangelism29:19 Recognizing Shifts in Young People's Faith31:34 Tailoring Evangelism Approaches33:50 The Future of Evangelism in a Digital Age34:53 Encouraging Personal Evangelism38:37 A Prayer for Evangelism
 
Resources
Yes He Is - https://yesheis.com/Isaiah 61 App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/isaiah-61/id123456789Christian Vision - https://cvglobal.co/Christian Life and Witness Course - https://ivychurch.org/multiply
 

The Shift in Faith: Engaging Gen Z in a Quiet Revival | with Reuben Morley

In this inspiring interview, Ruben Morley, Festival Director with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, shares his journey of faith, the importance of evangelism, and the upcoming God Loves You Tour in Manchester. Discover practical ways to share your faith, the shift in spiritual openness among Gen Z, and how prayer and discipleship are shaping a new generation of believers.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Reuben Morley and His Mission01:46 The Christian Life and Witness Course05:28 Unity in the Church and Community Impact09:48 Reuben's Personal Journey to Faith12:57 Shifts in Cultural Perception of Faith15:27 Engaging the Next Generation21:05 Discipleship and Practical Tools for Youth23:50 The Need for Depth Over Dopamine25:43 The Power of Solitude and Encountering God26:38 Processing Grief and Endurance28:53 Finding Hope in Tragedy30:39 The Journey of Faith Through Hardship32:40 The Importance of Spiritual Discipline34:54 Inner Conviction and Daily Habits38:58 Raising Up Disciples for the Future42:23 Evangelism and Community Engagement

Harnessing AI for Gospel Outreach: A New Era for the Church | with Alisa Latty-Alleyne

In this inspiring conversation, Anthony Delaney interviews Alisa Latty Aleyne about her faith journey, the role of technology and AI in evangelism, and how the church can leverage digital platforms to spread the gospel effectively. They discuss practical strategies for discipleship, the importance of storytelling, and the future of church in a digital age.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background05:46 The Impact of Community and Discipleship11:00 AI and the Future of Church Engagement16:27 Connecting with the Unchurched21:54 The Role of AI in Spreading the Gospel

Quiet Revival in the UK: Move of God or Cultural Curiosity?

Anthony Delaney explores the current spiritual revival in the UK, emphasizing the importance of genuine repentance, holiness, and Christ-centered faith. He discusses historical revival markers, the increase in Bible engagement, and the need for prayerful preparation for true revival.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections00:56 Focus on Restoration and Revival01:43 The Spirit of a Quiet Revival02:12 Signs of Spiritual Awakening in the UK02:42 New Generations Engaging with Faith04:01 Openness and Curiosity About Christianity04:51 Statistics on Church Attendance Growth06:14 Young Men and the Church06:40 Paul’s Testimony and Reasonable Faith07:33 The Reasonableness of Christian Belief08:31 On Fire Faith and Cultural Opposition09:26 Bible Sales Surge and Interest in Scripture10:22 The True Meaning of Revival11:41 Historical Examples of Revival12:35 Signs of a Moving Spirit Today13:34 Spiritual Curiosity and Risks14:02 Stability and Truth in Uncertain Times14:55 The Cost of Discipleship and Authentic Faith15:52 Attraction to Tradition and Aesthetics17:11 Identity, Belonging, and Community in Christianity18:04 Online Engagement and In-Person Community19:22 Markers of Genuine Revival in History20:19 God’s Holiness and Fear of the Lord21:11 Encountering God’s Power23:00 The Holiness of God and Repentance23:53 The Heart of Revival: Transformation and Repentance26:08 Christ-Centered Revival and Exaltation of Jesus27:31 The Power of Scripture in Revival28:26 The Role of Prayer and Fasting29:46 Changed Lives and Community Transformation31:02 Preparing for Revival Through Prayer31:54 The Hope and Prayer for a Global Revival32:49 God Moving in Our Land Today33:47 Stewarding the Revival Moment34:41 Calling for Personal and National Revival35:09 Invitation to Pray for the Holy Spirit
 
Resources
Anthony Delaney's Blog - https://anthonydelaney.comThe Welsh Revival - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Welsh_RevivalSmith Wigglesworth and Revival - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith_WigglesworthBible Society UK - https://www.biblesociety.org.ukActs 26:24-29 (Paul’s Defense) - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts+26%3A24-29&version=NIV