What is Gen Z really asking about God? In this episode of FrontStage BackStage, Jason Daye sits down with Tanita Maddox, national director of generational impact for Young Life and author of What Gen Z Really Wants to Know About God.

Together, they dive into the surprising questions and spiritual longings shaping Gen Z today. They highlight how the Church can respond with honesty, humility, and hope. This is a practical and encouraging conversation for pastors, ministry leaders, and parents who want to better understand and engage the next generation with the gospel.

We explore:

• What the latest research reveals about Gen Z’s spiritual curiosity
• Why the Church and Gen Z are missing each other
• How the Church can communicate the gospel in ways that truly connect with Gen Z 
• Practical ideas for pastors, parents, and leaders to disciple and empower young people
• Encouragement for ministry leaders navigating generational change

If you want to reach Gen Z with the gospel, and walk with them as they ask real questions about faith, this episode will give you both clarity and hope.

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Some key takeaways from this conversation:

Tanita Maddox on the importance of bridging the gap between Gen Z and the Church: "Gen Z has a lot of questions that the Church is not addressing."

Tanita Maddox on the significance of understanding before responding: "If we just start answering questions without understanding where it's coming from, we can accidentally give the wrong answer."

Tanita Maddox on the importance of earning Gen Z’s trust through authenticity and integrity: "What I love about Gen Z is they actually realize that their trust has a value to it, and they're not going to squander it."
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