The Reluctant Leader Podcast with Paul Jenkins
Throughout the years, I've come to believe two truths: one, everyone leads someone, and two, no one really feels qualified to lead anyone. Add the pressure put on us by culture to have all the answers in a world full of confusion, and you've got a recipe for reluctant leaders.
Thankfully, when it comes to leading in the Bible and in life, the most qualified aren't always the most obvious. This podcast is a conversation for all of us who want to lead well but never feel like we are. New episodes are released on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month.
The Reluctant Leader Podcast with Paul Jenkins
TRLP 055: The Beauty of the Old: Why Ancient Things Still Matter to a New Generation
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Episode Summary:
In a culture that’s always chasing the next new thing, why are so many young people drawn to what feels ancient, rooted, and steady? In this episode, Paul explores how the ancient paths (Jeremiah 6:16), the old wells (Genesis 26:18–33), and the deep roots of old trees point to the surprising attractiveness of tradition. Whether your church is 200 years old or just a teenager, this conversation will encourage you to rediscover the treasures that give stability, refreshment, and depth to the next generation.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why younger generations are drawn to tradition in a world of constant change.
- How Jeremiah’s “ancient paths” offer wisdom for today’s church.
- What Isaac teaches us about “re-digging the wells” of spiritual life.
- Why the stability of older churches matters in an unstable world.
- Practical ways younger or non-traditional churches can tap into ancient practices without losing their vibrancy.
Practical Takeaways for Non-Traditional Churches:
- Introduce rhythms of Scripture reading, prayer, or creeds.
- Teach church history alongside the Bible to anchor people in the bigger story.
- Be intentional with communion, fasting, and prayer gatherings as deep wells of grace.
- Offer consistency in leadership and discipleship that builds stability over time.
Key Quote:
“The future of the church needs the past to flourish. And maybe the most countercultural, attractive thing we can offer to the next generation isn’t a brand-new idea, but an ancient, living well.”
Resources & Links:
- Jeremiah 6:16
- Genesis 26:18–33
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