Building a Church Against the Odds | with Julian Richards

In this episode of the Launch Podcast, Anthony Delaney interviews Julian Richards, a prominent church leader from Wales. They discuss Julian's transformative encounter with God, the founding of Cornerstone Church, and the challenges of church planting in a secular environment. Julian shares insights on the importance of conviction in leadership, the need for relevance in ministry, and how to navigate criticism while staying true to one's calling. In this conversation, Julian Richards discusses the importance of faith in the face of criticism, the tension between church growth and outreach, and the need for a reformation in the church rather than relying on revivals. He emphasizes the necessity of building a missional church that addresses systemic issues and transforms leadership to focus on a missional mindset. The dialogue explores how churches can authentically represent Christ and serve their communities effectively. In this conversation, Julian Richards and Anthony Delaney explore the evolving role of the church in society, emphasizing the importance of a missional mindset and the need for equipping individuals to live out their faith in their communities. They discuss the transformative power of the church, the significance of discipleship beyond traditional church planting, and the impact of cultural transformation through missional communities. The conversation also highlights the current revival and growth within the church, supported by international partnerships and prayer movements aimed at reaching a million souls for Christ.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Julian Richards and His Impact 06:05 The Conviction Behind Cornerstone Church 12:00 Building a Church in a Hostile Environment 18:10 The Importance of Relevance in Ministry 28:19 Faith vs. Criticism: Understanding Different Spirits 36:10 Building a Missional Church: Addressing Systemic Issues 49:02 Transforming Church Leadership: A Missional Mindset 55:18 The Transformative Power of the Church 62:41 Cultural Transformation Through Missional Communities 72:01 International Partnerships and Prayer Movements