From Failure to Fire: Mike Erre on Reimagining Church for the World

In this episode, Mike Erre delves into themes of failure and passion, sharing his personal journey of leaving three churches in six years and the internal fire that compels him to reimagine what the church can be. Inspired by the prophet Jeremiah, Mike discusses the challenges he's faced and outlines his vision for a church that truly serves the world, fosters authentic community, and invests in the next generation. **Key Takeaways:** • **The Church Exists to Serve and Love the World** – Moving away from a consumer-driven model, Mike emphasizes the importance of the church actively serving the broader community and embodying the love of Jesus. • **Creating a Safe Space for Honest Conversations** – The necessity of making the church a place where individuals can wrestle with any issue without fear of judgment or condemnation. • **Investing in the Next Generation** – The critical role of older generations in passing on faith, empowering young leaders, and capturing the hearts and minds of the youth. **Resources Mentioned:** • **Vox Community** – [voxoc.com](https://voxoc.com) • **Subversive Kingdom** – [subversivekingdom.com](https://subversivekingdom.com) • **Book of Jeremiah** – [Read about Jeremiah's story](https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah+20%3A9&version=NIV) **Call to Action:** If this episode resonates with you, we invite you to join our community and be part of reimagining what the church can be. Visit us at voxoc.com, subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and follow us on social media for more thought-provoking conversations. As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to [email protected], and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram. We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): **_[VOXOLOGY TV](https://www.youtube.com/@voxology)_**. Our Merch Store! **_[ETSY](https://www.etsy.com/shop/VOXOLOGY?ref=shop_sugg_market)_** Learn more about the [Voxology Podcast](https://voxologypodcast.com/) Subscribe on [iTunes](https://apple.co/1Lla1Nj) or [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/2Mvxz3OQDSkEpHujXiFkkr?si=KJoEXxxxTsqE-HiGL-PfIA) Support the Voxology Podcast on [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/voxology) The **Voxology Spotify channel** can be found here: [Voxology Radio](https://open.spotify.com/user/nj2l08pd1zt6zk3azs1plhmdy?si=3fb86269da0449ed) Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/voxologypodcast) Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre Music in this episode by [Timothy John Stafford](https://www.timothyjohnstafford.com/) Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy