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Next Step Leadership

Next Step Leadership

Written by: Chris Maxwell & Tracy Reynolds
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Next Step Leadership is a podcast dedicated to helping you make your next step your best step. Your next step could very well determine the trajectory or direction of your life. Where we step, how we step, and when we step are all vital considerations for your next step. Chris Maxwell and Tracy Reynolds combine decades of experience in ministry, higher education, writing, music, leading organizations, and developing teams to inspire you to aspire in life one step at a time. We desire to assist you in making your next step your very best step.© 2026 Next Step Leadership Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Self-Help Spirituality Success
Episodes
  • Interview with Todd Korpi, Part 2 - Season 5, Episode 46
    Jan 15 2026

    Episode 2 — Todd Korpi / AI Goes to Church: Wisdom for a Digital Age

    In this insightful and highly practical episode, Tracy Reynolds and Chris Maxwell dive with Todd Korpi into the central ideas of his book, AI Goes to Church: Pastoral Wisdom for Artificial Intelligence. Todd unpacks the opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations facing today’s church leaders as AI becomes part of everyday life and ministry. He offers grounded, pastoral guidance for how pastors can use AI responsibly, protect their communities, and remain deeply rooted in Christ while leading in an increasingly digital age. This episode is hopeful, actionable, and essential listening for leaders preparing for the future. The practical and pastoral applications for today’s leaders need to be heard.

    https://www.toddkorpi.com/

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    25 mins
  • Interview with Todd Korpi, Part 1 - Season 5, Episode 45
    Jan 8 2026

    Episode 1 — Todd Korpi / AI Goes to Church: Wisdom for a Digital Age

    Learn in this episode about a leader’s journey and why the church must talk about artificial intelligence. Chris and Tracy begin their two-part series with Todd Korpi by exploring his story—his spiritual journey, his ministry path, and the moments that drew him into the world of technology, culture, and pastoral leadership. Todd shares why he believes the Church cannot afford to ignore the influence of artificial intelligence and how pastors can thoughtfully engage emerging technologies without fear. This episode helps set the stage for a broader, needed conversation about the intersection of faith, wisdom, and the digital world shaping the next generation.

    https://www.toddkorpi.com/


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    24 mins
  • Interview with Dave Richardson, Part 2 - Season 5, Episode 44
    Jan 1 2026

    Episode 2 — Wisdom for the Next Generation with David Richardson

    In this second conversation with David Richardson, Tracy and Chris turn toward the lessons learned over a lifetime of faithful ministry. David speaks candidly about endurance, emotional health, humility, and the evolving landscape of pastoral leadership. He offers guidance for young pastors, encouragement for weary leaders, and insights into what truly matters over the long haul. The episode is filled with practical wisdom—simple, soulful reminders that leadership is not performance but discipleship, relationship, and steady obedience to Jesus. This is a hopeful, heart-shaping conversation for leaders at every stage. It offers guidance for lessons we should learn, who we can serve in leadership, and faith for what’s next.

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    24 mins
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