Jeff Vanderstelt on The Dealing With Criticism, Navigating Toxic Church Culture, The Crisis of Discipleship, and Dallas Willard’s Last Unanswered Question

How can discipleship become a way of life rather than just another church program?

In this episode, Jeff Vanderstelt, Executive Director of Saturate and founding leader of the Soma Family of Churches, joins Jason Ballard to explore what it means to lead with gospel fluency and mission in everyday life. Jeff shares his journey of mentoring leaders, navigating criticism, and learning to lead with open hands. He also reflects on his experience guiding a fractured church through healing and the profound impact of Dallas Willard’s final unanswered question.