Ever stared down an impossible dream—and wondered if faith or grit would be enough to make it real? See what it truly takes when the calling is bigger than you.

Jennie Allen joins Aaron Coe to share the behind-the-scenes story of Gather25, a global movement that brought millions of believers together—across continents and languages—with technology that didn’t exist when the dream began. From sleepless nights and an $18M fundraising cliffhanger to miraculous provision and honest questions about wisdom versus risk, this episode shines a light on both the pain and the beauty of building something unprecedented for a higher purpose. If you’ve ever had a vision that pushed the limits of reason, you’ll find hope, practical lessons, and unfiltered honesty in Jennie’s journey.

Key Takeaways
Why pioneering a “global gathering” demanded faith, grit, and new tech
The real tension between faith and wisdom when money and risks pile up
How to navigate crucible moments—when your chips are on the table
Fundraising miracles (including a last-minute $2.5M lifeline)

Why gospel movements can drive cultural innovation ahead of everyone else
How ordinary yeses (not just one giant leap) shape extraordinary impact
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Timestamps
00:00 Convicting moment: “I will do anything You call me to”
00:05 Dreaming of a global gathering for 25 hours
00:11 Facing tech limits and spiritual fatigue
00:43 Starting the conversation: Jennie introduces her calling and background
01:37 Early surrender, blog inspiration, and faith journey begins
02:14 Ministry impact, harvest moments, and the “yes to Jesus” theme
02:57 Consequences of obedience: spiritual warfare and sleepless nights
04:24 The founding and growth of If Gathering (since 2014)
05:14 Breaking the internet with grassroots events and livestreams
06:30 Urgent dream: Gathering the global church in 25 hours
07:02 Pitching the vision before the tech existed
07:39 Live translation miracles—80+ languages via AI
08:18 Pioneering technology beyond the Olympics
09:48 Why gospel movements are often culture’s innovators
10:53 Mobilizing 2.5B Christians to reach 8B people
11:08 How Gather25 unfolded: continents, languages, and scale
12:54 Gathering stats, favorite moments, and international stories
13:25 7 million gathered—why it started as a “pilot”
15:03 Reflecting on cost, pain, and the decision to keep going
16:07 How fundraising stretched faith ($18M challenge)
17:06 The conviction to keep it “pure and simple,” no sponsors first year
18:11 Red Sea moments: trusting provision when hope ran thin
19:00 The $2.5M miracle, felt at the edge of exhaustion
20:00 Why pushing through is “scary as crap”—the honest story
20:28 When to pivot: tension between faith and wisdom
23:26 Difference between pioneering and sustaining ministry
24:55 Building wise, not naive: Board, partners, and contingency plans
26:16 Rallying volunteers and team: not holding dreams alone
26:26 Living with urgency—what’s driving Jennie now
29:54 Signs of awakening: campus revivals, global sending, digital connection
31:10 Why hope and optimism matter more than ever
32:24 How listeners can join Gather27 and shape the next chapter
33:40 The power of “group projects”—when everyone plays a part
34:08 Sent to reconcile: more than just a gathering
34:17 Wrapping up—the stories behind the numbers
35:13 Gratitude and inspiration—for anyone dreaming boldly