The Missional Leader

Rob Hoskins & OneHope

A podcast for visionaries who lead with purpose and live on mission. Rob Hoskins, President of OneHope, has spent decades equipping leaders around the world to impact the next generation for Christ. Each episode will dive into conversations that challenge, inspire, and empower you to lead with clarity, conviction, and Kingdom impact.

Episodes

  1. NOV 21

    Courageous Hope: The Miraculous Life and Legacy of Bob Hoskins

    For today’s season finale of The Missional Leader, Rob gets the privilege of sitting down with his dad—Bob Hoskins, evangelist, missionary, and founder of OneHope—for an inspiring conversation reflecting on Bob’s life of courageous hope and relentless obedience to God’s call.  From preaching his first sermon at age seven to launching global outreaches in war zones and restricted nations, Bob shares the extraordinary journey chronicled in his new autobiography, Courageous Hope. Together, father and son reveal how humble prayer, unwavering faith, and a willingness to risk everything shaped a movement that has now reached over 2 billion young people with God’s Word. Resources mentioned in this episode:  Courageous Hope: Living on the Edge of Faith: bobhoskins.co/ch  TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Power of Prayer: A Miraculous Escape02:43 John Maxwell's Advice—“It's God's Story, Not Yours”05:05 Prayer Over Fear: Facing Danger Head-On08:44 Terrorists at the Door: Lebanon’s Near-Death Encounter10:24 Prayer Alignment: Miraculous Timing and Protection12:04 “Why Should Anyone Hear the Gospel Twice?”—Mission Calling15:05 “Just Do It”—Practical Advice for Stepping Out in Faith19:56 Miracles Unfold: The Deaf Girl Hears in Guyana22:17 Healing Miracle: Hindu Family Transformed24:33 “Power Is in the Seed”—Evangelism Through Literature27:06 Vision for One Hope: Reaching Every Child Globally29:41 Facing Death with Faith and Hope31:13 Legacy of Courage and Obedience—Lessons for the Next Generation

    33 min
  2. NOV 14

    Africa: The Future of Global Christianity with Pastor Julius Rwotlonyo

    As Africa quickly becomes the epicenter of global Christianity, is the Church prepared to empower its next generation? In this episode of The Missional Leader, Rob is joined by Pastor Julius Rwotlonyo, Team Leader of Watoto Church, one of Africa’s most vibrant and influential churches. Together, they explore why Africa’s youthful energy and spiritual vibrancy represent both an incredible opportunity and pressing challenge for the worldwide Church. This conversation dives deep into the story of Watoto Church—a movement in Uganda transforming lives by rescuing vulnerable children, equipping women, and planting churches in some of the continent’s most underserved regions. Pastor Rwotlonyo, who came to faith as a child in Watoto and now leads the church through explosive growth and social innovation, shares his vision for empowering young Africans—not just as future leaders, but as change-makers today.  Resources mentioned in this episode:  OneHope Africa Matching Challenge: https://onehope.net/donate Watoto Church: https://watotochurch.com/.  Miscio: https://www.miscio.io/ OneHope’s God’s Big Story & Unstoppable Programs: https://onehope.net/programs/.  TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Africa as the Rising Epicenter of Christianity02:39 The Watoto Church Story and Julius’s Journey05:02 Blending Social Outreach and Spiritual Discipleship06:14 Transforming Orphan Care: The Family Model08:03 Empowering Vulnerable Women Beyond Charity09:03 Uganda’s Shift from Poverty Through Church-Led Development10:56 Africa’s Youth: Unmatched Potential and Challenges11:35 Disconnect Between Faith and Daily Life in Africa13:50 Research Reveals Uganda’s Actual Spiritual Resiliency15:15 One Hope’s Impact: Reaching 78 Million Children18:03 Church Planting Among Unreached Muslim and Animistic Groups20:04 Gen Z’s Questions: Discipleship in a Digital Age21:03 Mental Health Struggles and Church Responses25:26 Empowering African Girls: Esther’s Unstoppable Journey27:08 Gen Z Movements, Social Unrest, and Church Engagement29:27 Rethinking Christian Higher Education for Societal Change32:10 Equipping the Now Generation: Empowering African Youth34:05 Redefining Youth Ministry: Children as Church Leaders38:05 $1M Matching Gift: Reaching 6 Million African Youth39:53 Malik’s Story: From Muslim Street Child to Hope-Filled Leader

    43 min
  3. NOV 6

    The Bible App That Reached 1 Billion People, with Bobby Gruenewald

    In this special episode of The Missional Leader, Rob sits down with Bobby Gruenewald, founder and CEO of YouVersion and the visionary behind the Bible App, to unpack one of the most remarkable digital movements of our time. Join Rob as he and Bobby  celebrate a historic and timely milestone for the Bible App: one billion installs. With November marking Global Bible Month and the official crossing of this historicthreshold, Bobby shares what it means for the future of Bible engagement and how everyone can join in this global celebration. -------- Resources mentioned in this episode: YouVersion Beyond a Billion Celebration & Global Bible Month: https://www.life.church/billion OneHope 30 Day Reading Plans for Children, Youth, and Parents:https://www.bible.com/organizations/d6634491-2d45-4e2f-81b3-f8ade04f4494 YouVersion Bible app: https://www.youversion.com/ Bible App for Kids: https://www.bible.com/kids. Kids Bible Experience: https://www.bible.com/organizations/09d8dc67-6b79-4db8-95fb-b9055258b85b YouVersion Instagram - Times Square Footage: https://www.instagram.com/youversion/?hl=en -------- TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Timely Episode: The Billion Bible App Milestone01:41 Surpassing Expectations: Billion Installs Arrive Early02:59 Digital Bible Growth Sparks Print Sales Surge05:21 Global Bible Month: Uniting Apps and Partners06:51 Lighting Up Times Square with the Bible08:30 Amazon Prime Celebrates Global Bible Month09:54 Arena Event: Worship Night for a Billion Installs10:40 Who Uses YouVersion? A Global, Multigenerational Audience12:58 Expanding Features: Gamification and Video Content14:22 Bible App for Kids: Reaching 170 Million Young Users15:41 Engagement Metrics: How Depth of Use Is Measured17:24 The Power of Four: Bible Engagement Changes Lives18:33 The Generosity Model: 58,000 Donors Power Free Access20:27 Next Milestones: Reaching Two and Three Billion Installs21:30 30-Day Bible Reading Plans for All Ages -------- Rob's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/robdeanhoskins/https://www.facebook.com/robhoskins/https://x.com/robhoskinshttps://www.threads.com/@robdeanhoskinshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hoskins-3646454/

    24 min
  4. OCT 24

    The Most Influential Youth Church You've Never Heard Of, with Pastor How

    Can young people truly build a world-class church—in the heart of one of the world’s most expensive, influential, and diverse cities?  On today’s episode of The Missional Leader, Rob talks with Pastor Tan Seow How, co-founder of Heart of God Church (HOGC) in Singapore—a thriving young adult church known for flipping the script on what church can be for the next generation. Globally recognized for its “by youth, for youth, to reach youth” approach, HOGC is breaking boundaries in a city famed for finance, fun, and cultural pluralism. Pastor How shares the remarkable story of how he and his wife, Pastor Lia, followed a bold calling to build a ministry where belonging comes first—empowering thousands of young people, many from non-church backgrounds, to discover faith and purpose. Plus, Pastor How shares strategies for building community across Singapore’s church population and how collaboration among young pastors and leaders is paving the way for a new era of mission-driven unity. Resources mentioned in this episode:  Heart of God Church: https://heartofgodchurch.org/  Rob’s Outreach article on HOGC: https://outreachmagazine.com/features/82687-the-greatest-youth-church-in-the-world.html  TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 Flipping the Church Belonging Model for Gen Z05:52 Heart of God Church: A Youth-Led Experiment09:18 Building a Church by Youth, for Youth: The Miracle Story11:23 Church as Home: Kids from Broken Families Find Belonging15:53 Empowering Youth as Immediate Leaders and Servants19:56 Behind the Scenes: Young Teens Run the Church Operations23:01 Balancing Success and Purpose in Affluent Singapore32:28 Discipling Gen Z: Navigating Truth in a Digital Age36:05 Relational Equity: The Key to Teaching Biblical Values40:02 High Touch vs High Tech: Why Youth Choose Physical Church43:34 Youth Unity: Singapore's Next Generation Churches Collaborate45:24 Mission-Driven Unity: Gen Z’s Collaborative Spirit46:54 Closing Blessing: Building Models for the Next Generation

    47 min
  5. SEP 25

    Faith, Culture, and Christian Higher Education with Dr. Barry Corey

    What if the greatest opportunities for sharing the Gospel are found where the opposition is strongest? In this episode of The Missional Leader, Rob talks with Dr. Barry Corey, president of Biola University and a leading voice in Christian higher education. For almost two decades, Dr. Corey has led through the challenges of culture, politics, and faith in the heart of Southern California, one of the most progressive areas in the United States.— From his New England roots to leading in California’s shifting cultural landscape, Dr. Corey , shares vulnerably about the burdens and breakthroughs of leadership, and what it means to stay grounded in biblical truth while boldly engaging today’s world.  Resources mentioned in this episode:  Biola University: https://www.biola.edu/  Washington Post Op-Ed: "We first battled over LGBT and religious rights. Here’s how we became friends." by Barry Corey and Evan Low: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/acts-of-faith/wp/2017/03/03/we-first-battled-over-lgbt-and-religious-rights-heres-how-we-became-unlikely-friends/  Doritos Super Bowl commercial made by Biola film students: https://www.biola.edu/blogs/biola-news/2025/biola-alumni-on-their-way-to-crash-the-super-bowl  OneHope Research - Gen Alphahttps://onehope.net/global-outreach/research/ CHAPTERS:00:00 Trusting God’s Tailwinds in Leadership01:12 The Life-Changing Bob Cooley Mentorship02:28 Necessary: Flourishing Under the Weight of Leadership03:50 Surviving and Thriving in Challenging Higher Ed Climates05:32 Leading Christian Education in Progressive California07:48 God’s Tailwinds vs. Cultural Headwinds09:49 Building Unexpected Friendships Across Ideological Divides12:48 Listening to Learn, Not Just to Respond15:19 Firm Center, Soft Edges: Biola’s Approach to Controversy17:39 Balancing Truth and Grace in University Culture20:13 Excellence as Apologetics: Biola’s Award-Winning Doritos Story22:35 Avoiding the Culture War Mentality24:00 Ensuring Deep Biblical Foundations for Students25:55 Hopeful Signs and Concerns for the Next Generation28:46 Lessons from Europe’s “Quiet Revival”30:14 Challenging Churches to Deepen Discipleship for Gen Z

    32 min
  6. SEP 15

    Gen Z Truths: Apologetics That Wins Hearts and Minds with Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing

    Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing—Oxford-trained theologian and leading Christian apologist—is captivating Gen Z by combining deep biblical theology with with a disarming, whimsical love for people. In this episode of The Missional Leader, Amy shares her remarkable journey from atheistic family roots to a transformative encounter with Jesus, and how that awakening propelled her to engage the toughest questions at the world’s leading universities. Together with Rob, she explores how the church can faithfully respond to a generation grappling with anxiety, identity, and a hunger for truth. With clarity and compassion, Amy models a trinitarian, Spirit-empowered approach to apologetics that wins both hearts and minds — one that values persuasion over pride and empathy over ego. Resources mentioned in this episode: OneHope Research - Gen Alpha and Gen Z:https://onehope.net/global-outreach/research Feed - Core Questions Devotional: https://feed.bible/core-questions "The Quiet Revival" Research Report, Bible Society:https://theresource.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/The-Quiet-Revival.pdf CHAPTERS:00:00 Persuading Heart and Mind: Pascal’s Approach to Apologetics02:55 Childhood Atheism to Apologist: Amy’s Unlikely Journey04:04 Supernatural Encounter: Early Experience with Healing07:53 Oxford Ultimatum: Career or Christ?09:39 The Hidden Intolerance of Secular Academia11:41 Arguments vs. Heart: Winning People, Not Just Debates13:43 Facing a Panel: Spiritual and Intellectual Showdown16:02 Courage, Fear, and Holy Spirit Empowerment18:23 Confronting a Mob: Listening to Angry Students21:26 Righteous Rage, Broken World: Turning Anger into Apologetics24:37 Anxiety & Toxic Certainty: New Generation, New Challenges28:20 Jordan Peterson Effect: Why Young Men Seek Church29:51 Church’s Call: Preach a Robust, Demanding Faith30:25 Preparation Meets Dependence: Mind on Fire, Heart Reliant Rob's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/robdeanhoskins/https://www.facebook.com/robhoskins/https://x.com/robhoskinshttps://www.threads.com/@robdeanhoskinshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hoskins-3646454/

    32 min
  7. AUG 28

    How to Disciple a Generation to Transform Culture, with Teo Hayashi

    What does it take to raise a generation that doesn’t just attend church, but actually transforms culture? In this episode of The Missional Leader, Rob sits down with Teo Hayashi, one of the youngest and most influential leaders in the global church, founder of the Dunamis Movement, and lead pastor of Zion Church, whose vision is igniting a wave of young leaders across Brazil and beyond. Born in Japan and raised in Brazil, Teo’s multicultural story and supernatural encounters have fueled a movement that has grown from a small gathering in São Paulo to a multi-campus megachurch impacting nations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Together, Rob and Teo unpack how the Church can disciple the next generation with passion and purpose, moving beyond Sunday services to a lifestyle of mission, revival, and cultural renewal. If you care about the future of the Church and how to equip young leaders to shape society, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: The Gospel of the Kingdom, by George Eldon Laddhttps://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Kingdom-Scriptural-Studies-God/dp/1614270562 The Gospel in a Pluralist Society, by Lesslie Newbiginhttps://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Pluralist-Society-Lesslie-Newbigin/dp/0802804268 To Change the World: The Irony, Tragedy, and Possibility of Christianity in the Late Modern World, by James Davidson Hunterhttps://www.amazon.com/Change-World-Tragedy-Possibility-Christianity/dp/0199730806 Modalities and Sodalities, The Two Structures of God's Redemptive Mission, by Ralph Wintershttps://munsonmissions.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/606d6-two-structures-gods-redemptive-mission-winter.pdf The Send Brazilhttps://thesend.org/pt-br/ Dunamis Movement (revival and next gen)https://dunamismovement.com/site/en/ CHAPTERS:00:00 Rethinking Church: Local Care and Global Mission03:31 Teo’s Multicultural Roots and Family Mission Story07:33 Choosing Between Movement and Local Church10:32 Balancing Mega Church with Missional Movement12:16 Embracing Energy in Ministry Tension13:45 Gospel of the Kingdom vs. Gospel of Salvation17:14 Why Brazil’s Church Growth Lacks Societal Change20:19 Equipping Young People for Vocational Purpose23:02 Four KPIs for Measuring Church Transformation27:36 Deep Discipleship in a Megachurch Context29:09 Teo’s Global Apostolic Vision for Zion Church

    31 min
  8. AUG 14

    Growing a Global Ministry Without Losing Your DNA, with KingdomCity's Mark Varughese

    To learn more about Kingdomcity Church, visit https://kingdomcity.com. You can also learn more on Kingdomcity's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/kingdomcity.  How does a ministry grow from one city to 40 campuses in 22 countries, and still stay true to its calling? In this episode of The Missional Leader, Rob sits down with Kingdomcity Church founder Mark Varughese to unpack how revival culture, unity, and trust can scale across nations without compromise. With a unique global perspective – born in Singapore, raised in Malaysia, of Indian descent, and holding an Australian passport – Mark shares the leadership principles, cultural insights, and communication rhythms that have fueled Kingdomcity’s explosive growth while keeping its mission unshakable. CHAPTERS:00:00 Revival Atmosphere in a Relational Culture02:14 Mark’s Global Identity Crisis and Divine Preparation04:13 The Burning Bush Moment: Leaving Law to Plant a Church05:58 Kingdom City’s Rapid Multinational Growth Explained08:03 Building a Strong Culture Across Diverse Nations11:16 Kingdom vs City: Non-Negotiables and Contextualization12:08 How Kingdom Values Translate Across Cultures15:24 Maintaining Culture: Practical Tools for Rapid Growth16:48 Relational Culture: The Secret to Sustained Revival20:49 Adapting Leadership Structures for Global Scale22:16 Principles vs Preferences: The Key to Unity24:45 Giving Trust First: Mark’s Risk-Taking Leadership Philosophy26:39 Leadership Pipeline: The Challenge of Rapid Expansion27:45 Developing Global Leaders for the Next Generation28:26 Closing: Building the Global Church in a Changing World Rob's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/robdeanhoskins/https://www.facebook.com/robhoskins/https://x.com/robhoskinshttps://www.threads.com/@robdeanhoskinshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hoskins-3646454/

    30 min
  9. JUL 31

    Reimagining Church in Paris: Ivan Carluer's Bold Blueprint for Urban Mission

    To learn more about Rob's new book, "Theology of the City," visit https://robhoskins.onehope.net/theology-of-the-city.  In this episode, Rob sits down with Pastor Ivan Carluer, the visionary behind Martin Luther King (MLK) Church in Paris—one of the fastest-growing urban churches globally. In the heart of post-Christian France, MLK is defying expectations: baptizing over 500 new believers in a single year, hosting five weekend services, and launching a $30 million community center that’s reimagining how the Church can serve the city. Ivan shares how he models his ministry after the Apostle Paul—boldly contextualizing the Gospel without compromising its truth. From building friendships with imams and bishops to welcoming progressive politicians into church services, he’s forging unlikely partnerships with humility and conviction. CHAPTERS:00:00 Same Spirit, New Model02:26 From Brittany to Paris: Ivan’s Call to Ministry04:44 Planting a Church in a Communist Stronghold07:36 Contextual Innovation and Naming MLK10:51 Navigating Pluralism with Evangelical Conviction13:55 Serving the City Through Architecture and Presence17:26 The MLK Community Center Model19:10 500 Baptisms a Year and Organic Church Growth21:26 Engaging Cultural Questions Head-On23:56 Redefining Church Attendance and B&B Church27:46 Becoming a Revolutionary Church29:17 Unity Through the Next Generation31:35 Final Reflections on Reformation and Relevance - Rob's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/robdeanhoskins/https://www.facebook.com/robhoskins/https://x.com/robhoskinshttps://www.threads.com/@robdeanhoskinshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hoskins-3646454/

    35 min
  10. JUL 17

    Intentional Parenting & Spiritual Leadership in Family, with Life.Church’s Craig Groeschel

    Rob sits down with his good friend and internationally-known pastor, Craig Groeschel. Best known for his dynamic leadership and influence through Life.Church and his global leadership podcast, Craig gives listeners a rare, behind-the-scenes look into his life as a father and grandfather. Together Craig and Rob talk about how Craig and his wife, Amy, raised six children—who are all now serving in ministry—Craig emphasizing that successful parenting isn't about having the perfect system, but being spirit-led, consistent, and deeply relational. Craig and Amy homeschooled their kids and tailored their parenting style to each child individually, focusing more on creating a life-giving culture than enforcing rigid rules. Craig also shares some of their parenting mistakes, like relying too much on formulas, plus powerful wins like keeping his marriage strong and cultivating a spiritual environment in their home. Craig and Rob also discuss the spiritual responsibilities of parents, the dangers of technology distraction, and the critical role of grace and truth in discipleship. This conversation will give practical insights into how Life.Church intentionally supports family health among its staff—offering resources, counseling, and mentorship to ensure that parenting is never sacrificed for professional success. Craig’s message to parents: you are still the most influential voice in your child’s life—use it well. RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:Parent Platform - A new parent initiative is in development with OneHope and partner churches including Life.Church. Slated to be released in 2026, the platform aims to provide church leaders with strategy, training, and resources to help them partner with parents as they disciple their children. For relevant parent resources in the meantime, visit: https://resources.onehope.net/parent-resource-hub/p/1.  Gen Alpha Research - https://onehope.net/global-outreach/research.  Life.Church Parent Resources - https://www.life.church/parents.  CHAPTERS:00:00 Technology, Distraction, and Intimacy01:46 Craig and Rob Talk Family and Grandkids02:29 How Craig and Amy Built a Parenting Culture04:21 Creating a Unique Parenting Playbook for Each Child05:29 Parenting Mistakes and Do-Overs07:55 Structure, Discipline, and Disruption in Parenting09:52 Spanking, Consistency, and Generational Shifts11:28 Amy’s Role in Homeschooling and Family Culture12:53 Navigating Identity Post-Parenting14:55 The Church’s Role in Supporting Parents16:53 Creating a Parenting-First Culture at Life.Church19:19 Research on Alpha Generation and Parental Influence21:32 The Call to Parents to Be Present22:27 Building a Culture of Open Conversation24:18 Parenting Resources and the Need for Wisdom - Rob's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/robdeanhoskins/https://www.facebook.com/robhoskins/https://x.com/robhoskinshttps://www.threads.com/@robdeanhoskinshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-hoskins-3646454/

    26 min
  11. JUL 1

    Innovation, Failure, & Faith, with YouVersion’s Bobby Gruenewald

    Welcome to the launch of The Missional Leader—a podcast for Kingdom-minded leaders looking for mission-forward insight, practical strategies, and Spirit-led solutions.  Hosted by Rob Hoskins, President of OneHope, each conversation you’ll get to listen in on is designed to fuel your calling, strengthen your leadership, and empower you to advance the Gospel with clarity, courage, and conviction.  On this first episode of season 1, Rob sits down with Bobby Gruenewald—founder of YouVersion— for a rich, wide-ranging conversation about the mindset of an innovator. Together Rob and Bobby discuss how risk is inseparable from innovation, framing it in three key categories: feasibility, market, and sustainability.Bobby explains how a mindset rooted in abundance, not scarcity, empowers leaders to risk failure without fear. He also highlights the spiritual and practical value of relationships over resources, stressing that “everything comes through people.” Finally, Rob and Bobby discuss how humility and stewardship keep innovation grounded in mission, not ego.We pray this conversation will give you insight into the discipline of innovation—emphasizing that relationships are the true currency of Kingdom leadership and any innovative endeavor. We’re honored to have you along for the journey of The Missional Leader!  The Technology Adoption Lifecycle:  https://diffusion-research.org/diffusion-theory-extensions-and-adaptations CHAPTERS:00:00 Identity & creative freedom00:33 Opening conversation and welcome03:02 Risks in innovation05:26 Risk framework: feasibility, market, business10:31 Innovator or early adopter?14:14 Learning from YouVersion’s first failure18:50 Pivoting to mobile for breakthrough19:40 Doubt, identity & resilience22:05 The tree vs. fruit metaphor25:20 Abundance mindset in innovation28:53 Culture, relationships & stewardship

    34 min
4.9
out of 5
22 Ratings

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A podcast for visionaries who lead with purpose and live on mission. Rob Hoskins, President of OneHope, has spent decades equipping leaders around the world to impact the next generation for Christ. Each episode will dive into conversations that challenge, inspire, and empower you to lead with clarity, conviction, and Kingdom impact.

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