Gen Z Responds to Charlie Kirk’s Message & His Death
Gen Z Responds to Charlie Kirk’s Message & His Death  
Podcast: Ruslan KD Podcast
Published On: Mon Dec 29 2025
Description: Get Wonder Project Trial Here: https://watch.thewonderproject.com/Ruslan📖: Logos Bible 60 Day Free Trial: http://logos.com/ruslan00:00 - Gen Z church attendance surge and opening reflections02:45 - Introducing Jon Rush and his background with Gen Z ministry05:05 - Elevation Church, the Elijah Furtick controversy, and pastoral pressure09:40 - Seeker-sensitive churches and why the megachurch model is fading13:00 - What church is actually for: discipleship, formation, and mission16:00 - Shepherds vs communicators and the problem with celebrity pastors19:45 - Calling, ambition, and leaving church staff for creative vocation25:55 - Gen Z revival, biblical illiteracy, and the 4% worldview problem31:00 - The need for Christian education, Sunday school, and catechesis34:20 - Why podcasters fill gaps left by silent churches38:15 - Wrath of God, holiness, and preaching that resonates with Gen Z44:20 - Charlie Kirk, Elevation Church, and responding to cultural moments47:00 - Fear, trauma, and why leaders stay silent53:00 - Spiritual authority, content creators, and local church accountability55:40 - Practical advice for discipling Gen Z moving forward57:30 - Quality over quantity, shepherding well, and sustaining revival59:35 - Closing thoughts and final encouragement