Vox Podcast With Mike Erre

Why the modern megachurch model is failing—and what should rise in its place. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford tackle one of their most candid, raw conversations yet around the toxicity of platform-centric Christianity, the pitfalls of megachurch culture, and the tension between organizational leadership and spiritual shepherding. Drawing from personal experience, listener questions, and real-world examples, they explore the deep systemic issues that plague celebrity-driven church models, while proposing a more biblical and communal way forward. They also introduce Malaika Sisay, a third-year student at The Ohio State University, whose powerful story of growing up at the intersection of a Muslim household, a white evangelical school, and a Black Pentecostal church sheds new light on how we must reimagine diversity and inclusion in Christian spaces. Key Takeaways: • The Megachurch Crisis – Why celebrity pastors, organizational culture, and brand obsession are hurting the church's mission and credibility. • Leadershi