Leonard Strydom takes Peter’s walk on the water as a picture of faithful obedience in the places where we feel the least prepared. He shows that walking with Jesus is not only about dramatic miracles, but about small acts of courage: sharing the gospel, forgiving when it hurts, and trusting God in the middle of hardship. The Lord is not surprised by the storm, and He does not ask us to carry it alone. This session calls us to keep our eyes on Jesus and to step out even when faith and fear are both present. Will you trust Him there?

This is a Four12 Podcast – Regional Equip Central RSA Session 3

About the Speaker

Leonard is an elder in Joshua Generation Church, South Africa. He married Karla in 2018, and they have three children. Leonard obtained a degree in theology and has been on eldership since 2015. He is an avid rock climber and adventure enthusiast.

In this session, Kevin Aldridge looks into this question with honesty and hope, showing how trials can form humility, endurance, compassion, and a deeper trust in the Father. This session does not deny the pain of hardship, but it refuses to let pain have the final word. Instead, it lifts our eyes to the God who is sovereign over suffering and who uses what He permits for His glory and our good. For anyone tempted to fight against the circumstances, what might God be forming in you through this season?

This is a Four12 Podcast – Regional Equip Central RSA Session 2

About the Speaker:

Kevin Aldridge is the lead elder of Crowded House Church in Bryanston, South Africa. He is married to Andrea, and they have two daughters

Kevin Aldridge points us beyond local comfort to the wider work of the Kingdom. He reflects on receiving help, serving other churches, and valuing the body of Christ across different settings, while still keeping one heart and one mind in the gospel. The challenge is simple but searching: will we give ourselves to what God is building beyond our own ministry, or only protect what is familiar? This session calls leaders and members alike to a larger vision, where partnership is marked by humility, accountability, and joy in what the Lord is doing through many people. Are we willing to belong to something bigger than ourselves?

This is a Four12 Podcast – Regional Equip Central RSA Session 1

About the Speaker:

Kevin Aldridge is the lead elder of Crowded House Church in Bryanston, South Africa. He is married to Andrea, and they have two daughters.