The More Disciples Podcast: Recent Episodes
The More Disciples Podcast
Every passionate follower of Jesus has a deep desire to share their faith with others. How do we make and multiply disciples around the block and around the world? How do we do it at a rate that can compete with population growth, a growing secular culture, and 40% of the world considered completely unreached? With hosts, Doug Lucas of Team Expansion, Lee Wood of 1Body Church, John Heerema of Biglife, Rodger Shull of e3 Partners and special guests from around the world, we’ll explore how believers can come together to make More Disciples. Learn more at https://moredisciples.com
In this episode of More Disciples podcast, our hosts are joined by special guests, Chad & Leslie, founders of 10/40 Connections, a discipleship initiative focused on Asia and the Middle East. They discuss their journey to create an inclusive model for discipleship that embraces both men and women, rooted in the belief that all believers are called to make disciples around the world. In addition to highlighting their work in the context of house churches, the conversation also touches on the cultural, theological, and practical challenges of gender inclusion in church leadership roles. They emphasize the importance of theology in ensuring a consistent interpretation of scriptures and living out biblical teaching in daily life. The band also takes a moment to remember their late friend and co-laborer Kent Parks, and his lifelong passion for disciple-making around the world.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
01:02 Introducing Special Guests: Chad and Leslie
01:39 The Role of Women in Church and Missions
04:10 The Journey of Chad and Leslie in Ministry
06:19 The Vision of 10 40 Connections
07:18 Engaging with Local Churches and Indigenous Tribes
13:03 The Power of Women in Ministry: A Real-Life Story
15:58 Understanding the Role of Women in Scriptures
23:57 Discussing the Role of Women in Church
24:13 Understanding the Redemption and Qualifications for Deacons
24:51 Introducing Tools for Teaching and Understanding
25:29 Exploring the Resource 'Serving Shoulder to Shoulder'
27:22 Discussing the Importance of Language and Translation
28:48 Sharing Personal Experiences and Struggles
29:39 Addressing the Role of Women in Movements
31:47 Discussing the Importance of Theology
38:59 Sharing Local Ministry Experiences
45:33 Closing Remarks and Prayer
In this More Disciples podcast episode, guest Eric Derry talks about his involvement in zume.training and his passion for making disciples around the world. He shares his unique experience as a 'Prayer Walker' and how it helped spread faith in his community. Discussing the Zume project, he highlights the support it offers in training disciplers. Derry also explains the creation of the 'Fidelis International Seminary,' an obedience-based master's level program for focusing on scripture and public policy. He shares his experiences, stories of faith, and hopes for the future through his role as the executive director of Fidelis.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
01:06 The Power of Prayer Walking: A Personal Experience
03:31 The Impact of Prayer Walking: A Community Transformed
08:57 Training in Prayer Walking: Tools and Techniques
12:57 The Global Reach of Zume Training
20:20 The Power of Persistence in Disciple Making
22:11 Tracking Discipleship Progress with Disciple Tools
23:07 The Power of Free Tools
24:03 The Importance of Patience in Influence
24:41 The Strategy of Persistence
27:38 The Excitement and Concerns of the Journey
31:11 The Impact of Passion and Resilience
33:03 The Joy of Seeing God's Work
35:03 The Power of Co-Laboring in Movements
38:37 The Role of Fidelis in Disciple Making
41:03 The Prayer for Focus and Intimacy with God
42:50 Conclusion: The Call to Make More Disciples
In this episode of the 'More Disciples Podcast', special guests discuss the idea of using innovative media strategies to create and multiply disciples both in local communities and globally. The discussion focuses on utilizing various social media platforms and other digital tools to engage with spiritual seekers, with the ultimate goal of establishing church movements. They share their experiences and challenges, along with practical strategies for creating engaging digital content and managing efficient outreach efforts. The discussion also highlights the importance of building coalitions, adjusting to the changing demographics of social media users, and the cost-effectiveness of using a digital approach in disciple-making.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:21 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions
00:44 The Story of Chris V: From Soccer Game to Spiritual Journey
02:21 The Power of Media in Finding Spiritual Seekers
02:47 Chris V's Experience in the Balkans
03:33 Media to Movement: A Revolutionary Approach
04:26 The Strategy Behind Media to Movement
06:36 The Role of Digital Filters in Finding People of Peace
08:07 The Use of Disciple Tools in Tracking Contacts
09:45 Addressing Security Concerns in Media to Movement
11:24 Adapting Media to Movement Strategies to Different Contexts
17:32 The Importance of Willingness and Adaptability in Media to Movement
18:42 The Challenge of Competency in Media to Movement
21:26 Discussing the Importance of Collaboration
22:06 Addressing the Challenges of Implementing Training
22:43 Exploring the Potential of European Networks
23:35 Dealing with Content Censorship and Pushbacks
24:22 Understanding Audience and Platform Protocols
25:38 Creating Engaging Content: Real-life Examples
33:36 Discussing the Role of Coalitions in Media Movement
35:36 Exploring the Use of Alternative Platforms
38:40 Sharing Personal Experiences and Success Stories
40:55 Closing Remarks and Prayer
In this More Disciples podcast, special guest Brian Sanders, the founder of the Underground movement, discusses the importance of building a united church front and mobilizing the Christian community towards its transcendent purpose. The panel examines the challenges the church faces today and the need for believers to be courageous, creative, risk-taking and adaptive. They also explore the idea of Micro-churches, with Sanders emphasizing the church's call to constant renewal and growth. He underlines the need for humility and unity, as well as a new set of skills, to truly unite and mobilize for a cause greater than individual selves.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:21 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions
00:43 Special Guest: Brian Sanders and His Impact
01:05 The Role of Courage in Discipleship
01:40 Brian's Journey: From Fear to Faith
02:02 The Relationship Between Risk and Discipleship
03:01 The Concept of the Heart in Scripture
04:18 Brian's Missionary Journey and the Underground
05:16 The Power of Small Brave Choices
05:31 Stepping Away from the Prevailing Model of Church
08:42 The Church Across the City: A Vision for the Future
09:46 The Church: Definitions and Perspectives
18:04 The Church: An Incubator for Missions
26:28 The Church: A Beacon of Hope and Light
29:16 The Triumph of Hope and Redemption
31:23 The Fear of Failure and the Courage to Adapt
32:14 The Power of Vulnerability and Leadership
36:54 The Dream of a United Church Front
39:49 The Challenge of Mobilizing the Church
43:00 The Vision for a Collaborative Future
49:06 The Power of Prayer and Encouragement
49:52 Closing Remarks and Invitation
In this episode of 'The More Disciples Podcast', the hosts and special guest discuss different strategies for making and multiplying disciples around the globe. The guest, Ron Johnson, shares his journey from being irreligious to becoming a key figure in the church planting movement. The team discusses various models of discipleship, such as the prevailing church model and the movement Directed Discovery Method Church Planting Model (DMM CPM). He shares the success his church has seen in introducing the obedience-focused simple churches alongside the existing church structure. The conversation also touches on the need for continuous leadership development at all levels, the importance of prayer, the challenges of leading multiple church movements, and the pathways to growth and multiplication in the ministry.
00:01 Introduction: The Mission of Discipleship
00:21 Meet the Hosts: A Diverse Team of Disciples
00:43 Guest Introduction: Ron Johnson's Journey to Faith
01:00 From Irreligious to Church Planter: Ron's Spiritual Journey
02:06 Understanding the Prevailing Church Model
02:43 Exploring the RST Church Model
03:39 The Power of Simple Churches: A New Approach to Discipleship
04:33 The Impact of Movements: From Local to Global
04:44 The Shift to Movement: Ron's Personal Transformation
05:39 The Challenges of Population Growth and Church Planting
06:26 The Role of Technology in Spreading the Gospel
07:55 The Power of Collaboration: Connecting Across Cities and Nations
09:13 The Impact of Humility and Collaboration in Leadership
17:41 The Shift from Knowledge-Based to Obedience-Based Discipleship
18:32 The Power of Multiplication in Church Growth
19:53 The Role of Humility in Leadership and Discipleship
20:35 The Challenges and Rewards of Changing Church Models
23:44 The Power of Prayer and Hope in Church Growth
24:16 The Prosperity of the Church
24:27 The Church's Growth During Covid
24:55 The Church's Outreach and Impact
25:49 The Challenges of Preaching in a Western Context
26:34 The Importance of Prayer and Humility
28:21 The Role of Leadership Development in the Church
29:36 The Struggles and Triumphs of Leading a Church
30:25 The Importance of Continuous Training and Leadership Development
33:12 The Role of Prayer in the Church's Success
35:03 The Challenges and Opportunities of Leading a Church
36:12 The Importance of Unity and Collaboration in the Church
41:16 The Power of Obedience and Faithfulness
43:43 The Call to Make More Disciples
In this episode of the More Disciples Podcast, the guest is speaker and author Damian Gerke. He has recently written a book titled 'Are You Who You Want To Be?', which discusses the significance of understanding personal identity as a Christian and how it reflects on being a disciple of Jesus Christ. In the podcast, he shares his journey of understanding his identity and purpose in Christ. Damian discusses the importance of unity and community in practicing the teachings of Christ and how focusing on disciple-making can lead to salvation for believers. He also highlights the idea of existential identity that stems from one’s relationship with God. A strong understanding of one’s identity can impact personal faith and the ability to make disciples.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:22 Meet the Team: Introducing the Podcast Hosts
00:38 Special Guest Spotlight: Damian Gerke
00:55 Deep Dive: Exploring Identity and Spiritual Growth
02:00 The Journey: From Lost to Found
02:36 Reflections on Personal Growth and Transformation
03:57 Behind the Scenes: The Story of Damian's Introduction to Disciple Making
06:54 Unpacking the Book: 'Are You Who You Want to Be?'
18:00 Understanding Identity: Inside Out vs Outside In
20:35 Finding Identity in Ministry
21:38 The Power of Self-Surrender
22:09 The Echoes of the Holy Spirit
25:15 The Struggle of Identity
29:44 The Importance of Community
31:07 The Role of Identity in Disciple-Making Movements
35:43 The Power of Love in Disciple-Making
37:41 The Release of the Book
39:19 Closing Prayer and Reflection
During the More Disciples Podcast Season 3, Kent Parks, a seasoned advocate for Disciple Making Movements, shares insights from his own transformative experiences in Indonesia and beyond. Grounding his perspectives in biblical texts and historical contexts, he discusses how radical breakthroughs in discipleship call for the unlearning of certain traditional approaches and a commitment to hands-on, on-the-ground methods that are more reproducible by disciples. Parks emphasizes the need to align missions with the audacious goal of reaching all people groups and to be ready to pay any price required. Despite the thrill and exhilaration of the discipleship journey, Parks is also mindful of the corresponding growth of evil, the bitterness, anger, and challenge that closely follows every positive stride forward, driving home the message of resilience in the face of adversity and the need for a unified global Ecclesia.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:42 Guest Introduction: Ken Parks
00:51 Ken's Journey in Indonesia and the Birth of DMM
02:24 The Growth of Beyond and its Impact
04:00 The Power of Generational Growth
05:39 The Global Vision of the Ecclesia
14:08 The Importance of Disciple-Making
15:53 Lessons from the Early Days of DMM
20:46 The Growth and Momentum of Movements
21:30 The New Era of Missions
22:01 Honoring the Pioneers
23:25 The Battle Within and Without
28:12 The Role of Disasters in Missions
35:27 The Power of Prophetic Voice
37:36 The Call to Action
38:16 Closing Remarks and Prayer
40:27 Final Thoughts and Next Steps
In this episode of the 'More Disciples' podcast, hosts Dori Yuen, John Heerema, Doug Lucas, and Lee Wood are joined by Mike and Leslie Kim. As field workers and community leaders who relocated from San Francisco to the small Desert Mountains town of Globe, Arizona, the Kims discuss their journey towards creating authentic and transformational followers of Christ in their community. They delve into the concepts of genuine vulnerability, authenticity, and fully surrendering to God's calling. The Kims are involved in various community outreach projects, such as educational programs, downtown rejuvenation, and sustainable farming initiatives. They emphasize the importance of a personal transformative experience with God, relational dynamic fostering in communities, and ongoing faithfulness to catalyze spiritual multiplication and enrich discipleship processes.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:40 Guest Introduction: Mike and Leslie Kim
01:21 Journey from San Francisco to Globe
07:21 The Struggles and Realizations of Moving
09:29 The Birth of a Thriving School
13:16 The Impact of Smallness and Surrender
19:11 The Power of Thinking Less About Yourself
23:42 The Perfect Life vs. The Kingdom Impact
25:46 Transition from Church Planting to Discipleship
26:34 Discovering the Organic Nature of God
27:48 The Power of Multiplication in Faith
29:09 Community Engagement and Service
30:35 The Vision of a Great Harvest
31:22 The Role of Family in the Church
32:38 The Kingdom of God on Earth
34:15 The Prophetic Community
35:27 The Challenges and Triumphs of Ministry
37:48 The Power of Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Availability
38:40 The Battle for Souls
39:12 The Importance of Personal Transformation
40:00 The Struggles and Perseverance in Ministry
42:31 The Power of Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Availability Revisited
47:29 Closing Thoughts and Prayers
Featuring guests Jared Nelms of 'The Timothy Initiative' and Scott Cheatham of 'E3 Partners'. They explore various disciple-making strategies, the essence of collaboration, and the importance of relationships in disciple making. The guests discuss the Coalition of the Willing, a group committed to spread the gospel to every village and people. They touch upon data tracking methods used for determining areas with and without churches, and how they focus more on vision than specific methodologies. The discussion also covers core issues around the challenges of collaboration, the need for a readiness to collaborate and the potential for unity among varying styles and approaches to church functioning.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:25 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions
00:58 The Power of Collaboration: Personal Stories
02:04 The Concept of Merging Organizations
08:14 The Challenges of Collaboration
08:20 Overcoming Organizational Thinking
10:00 The Importance of Identity in Collaboration
11:26 Practical Implications of Collaboration
14:26 The Role of Relationships in Collaboration
16:42 Introduction to the Coalition of the Willing
17:57 The Process of Readiness
18:39 The Power of Bible Verses
19:14 The Greatest Wins in the Journey
21:27 The Story of Faith and Transformation
24:12 The Struggles and Triumphs of Church Models
28:16 The Importance of Data Tracking and Security
33:19 The Greatest Need for the Coalition
35:13 Closing Thoughts and Prayers
In this episode of the More Disciples podcast, special guests Terry and Amy Ruff discuss their journey and experiences in spreading discipleship around the world. They worked for years in Africa using traditional missionary approaches and then shifted to the strategy of Disciple Making Movements (DMM). Despite facing challenges, including a battle with cancer and a robbery, they show resilience and continue their efforts. They remain connected to Africa, coaching new leaders in Ghana and providing resources for spreading the Gospel. Terry and Amy share their lessons about pushing through adversity, building relationships, and trusting in God’s sovereignty for what lies ahead.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:22 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions
00:40 Introducing Special Guests: Terry and Amy Ruff
00:57 The Journey of Terry and Amy: From Indiana to Africa
01:49 The Shift in Ministry Approach: Traditional to Disciple Making Movement Strategies
02:58 The Impact of New Strategies: Explosive Growth in Discipleship
03:30 A Warm Welcome to Terry and Amy Ruff
03:33 Life in California: Current Living Situation of Terry and Amy
05:55 The Story of Resilience: Overcoming Challenges in the Field
06:27 The Power of Relationships in Discipleship
09:13 The Journey of Disciple Making: From Concept to Implementation
13:12 The Power of Storytelling in Discipleship
15:45 The Expansion of Discipleship: Reaching More Areas
17:56 Facing Difficulties: Personal Struggles and Challenges
20:44 The Importance of Adherence to Biblical Principles in Discipleship
22:10 The Role of Prayer and Support in Discipleship
22:32 A Heartwarming Encounter and Transformation
24:47 The Aftermath and Lessons Learned
25:18 The Power of Perseverance and Faith
27:15 The Journey of Traditional Missions to Movements
27:36 The Vision for Movements and the Challenges
33:40 Looking Forward: The Next Season
38:59 The Power of Resilience and Tenacity
45:05 The Power of Prayer and Hope for the Future
The More Disciples Podcast team tackles the topic of believers coming together to create and grow disciples abound the world. In this episode, they are joined by guest, Dan Hitzhusen, a seasoned vocational minister with over thirty-eight years of experience catalyzing church planting and evangelism across over 100 countries. He shares his journey and experience, shedding light on his guide to next-level faith, navigating the challenges of ministry, and overcoming spiritual and physical obstacles. He affirms that unity and faith-filled collaboration within the body of Christ is integral to the success of this collective mission. The episode concludes with a heartfelt prayer for listeners to find inspiration to take their faith journey to the next level.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:54 Guest Introduction: Dan Hitzhusen
01:03 Dan's Journey in Ministry
01:50 The Concept of Faith in Ministry
02:13 Dan's Experiences with Josh McDowell
03:42 The Role of Faith in Dan's Life
04:02 The Process of Spiritual Growth and Maturity
07:46 The Role of Suffering in Faith Development
09:42 The Importance of Trusting God in Ministry
15:00 The Role of Community in Faith Development
18:25 The Challenges and Rewards of Faith-Based Ministry
18:59 The Power of Persistence in Faith
19:34 The Role of Wisdom in Faith
23:34 The Impact of Faith on Relationships
25:27 The Struggles and Triumphs of Living a Faith-Filled Life
26:49 The Great Commission: Sacrifices and Gains
28:21 The Leap of Faith: Personal Experiences
29:02 From Orphan to Family: A Personal Testimony
29:50 The Power of Unity and Love in the Church
31:29 The Journey of Faith: Personal Reflections
32:41 The Power of Hope and Faith in Action
34:32 The Role of Faith in Overcoming Challenges
36:02 The Power of Prayer and Faith in God's Promises
37:22 The Power of Unity and Love in the Church: Part 2
38:31 The Power of Faith: Personal Testimonies
40:22 The Power of Prayer: A Call to Action
41:20 The Power of Faith: Final Reflections
42:25 Closing Remarks and Prayer
In this episode of the More Disciples Podcast, our hosts were joined by guests Travis and Mark to discuss their work with diaspora communities, particularly focusing on immigrants and refugees in Louisville, Kentucky. The episode covered various topics, including how they got started, the obstacles they faced, the strategies they used, and the successes they experienced in building relationships and sharing the gospel. They shared about their approach in making these connections, in which they emphasized being flexible, showing love, and spending time with these communities. They also highlighted the need for more co-workers in this field, as many refugees are still in need of help. The discussion ended with a prayer for more workers and for those displaced worldwide.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:23 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions
00:49 Guest Introduction: Travis and Mark's Stories
01:46 The Goal: Engaging Local Churches in Refugee Support
02:27 Travis's Personal Approach to Refugee Support
04:54 The Challenge: Connecting Diaspora Populations Across Cities
05:23 The Solution: Building Coalitions and Sharing Strategies
07:29 The Importance of Cultural Understanding in Refugee Support
19:16 Success Stories and Prayer Requests
22:26 Advice for Those Wanting to Start Refugee Support
25:33 Engaging with Different Cultures
26:18 Adjusting Personal Schedules for Engagement
28:13 Overcoming Fear and Building Trust
28:57 The Power of Relationships and Respect
29:56 The Simplicity of Prayer Walking and Building Relationships
30:32 The Importance of Flexibility and Adaptability
31:29 The Impact of Global Networking Among Refugees
32:33 The Power of Love and Connection
36:08 The Importance of Listening and Spending Time
39:55 The Opportunities and Challenges of Teaching Refugees
41:40 The Power of Prayer and the Need for More Workers
45:46 Conclusion: The Journey to Making More Disciples
In this episode of the More Disciples Podcast, Tony Dale, co-founder of House2House Ministries, discusses the journey he and his wife, Felicity, took in their obedience to God's call to make and multiply disciples around the world. From their beginnings in the United Kingdom, their movement towards house churches, to their current ministry in America, the Dales share their experience of the power and growth of discipleship. They emphasize the importance of listening to Jesus and being empowered by the Holy Spirit to accomplish God's work. Amid challenges and changes, they share their story of faith and dedication, highlighting the ever-present work of the Holy Spirit throughout their journey. Finally, they encourage listeners to continue running towards the finish line in their walk with Christ.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:42 Special Guest Introduction: Tony Dale
01:29 The Journey of Discipleship: Then and Now
07:56 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Discipleship
08:24 The Emergence of House Churches in the UK
19:50 The Power of Obedience and the Holy Spirit
24:50 Transition to the United States
25:27 Initial Struggles and Presumptions
26:29 Finding a New Path in America
27:40 Transitioning to a Traditional Church
28:14 Starting a Home-Based Bible Study
29:14 The Growth and Multiplication of the Home-Based Church
31:03 The Intersection with Curtis
34:17 Reflecting on the Journey and the Future
37:55 The Current State of the Church Movement
42:39 Looking Forward and Finishing Strong
44:42 Closing Thoughts and Prayers
In this episode of the More Disciples podcast, our hosts interview Carter Cox, a disciple-making pioneer who has been involved in church planting not only around the US but also around the world. Carter talks about his bold journey from running away from faith to actively chasing after Jesus. He also talks about how microchurches or Simple Church set a model for multiplying disciples. Carter shares his experience working with other disciple-making leaders and his thoughts on overcoming ‘stuckages’ or roadblocks that hinder movement. He also touches on the importance of maintaining a balance between life, work, and ministry.
00:01 Introduction and Welcome
00:23 Meet the Team
00:44 Personal Stories and Celebrations
01:44 Journey of Movement
06:07 The Impact of Movement
12:46 The Growth of Movement in Oklahoma City
17:02 Balancing Work, Ministry, and Family
21:16 Sharing the Tool of Obedience to Jesus
22:14 Transition to Questions and Upcoming Content
22:40 Discussing the Balance of Work and Ministry
26:32 Addressing the Fear of Commitment in Gen Z
28:23 The Fear of Breaking Tradition in Church Practices
30:13 The Importance of Commitment, Focus, and Consistency
30:45 The Gap in Macro Examples of Church Gatherings
32:21 The Role of Administration in Decentralized Church Models
36:37 The Importance of Regular Communication in Church Networks
41:11 Prayer for Hannah and Closing Remarks
42:13 Invitation to Share Stories and Resources
In this episode of the More Disciples podcast, our hosts welcome special guest, Neil Cole, renowned for his work in church planting and discipleship training. Neil shares insights gleaned from his extensive experience and the biblical foundations that guide his approach to leadership. He expounds on the concept of organic leadership, emphasizing servanthood over traditional conceptions of hierarchical authority. Neil explains his philosophy of bringing out the Christ-like qualities in each individual rather than trying to mold them into pre-existent leadership templates. He also offers advice for both emerging and seasoned leaders and encourages a radical, biblical approach to discipleship, characterized by obedience and authenticity. Contrary to what the popular culture may suggest, Neil asserts that each believer possesses all necessary gifts to lead, and encourages seasoned leaders to encourage and mentor young leaders for the future of the Church.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:23 Welcoming the Hosts and Special Guests
00:43 Challenging the Stereotypes about California
00:59 Guest Speaker: Neal Cole's Journey
03:38 Exploring the Concept of Organic Leadership
04:47 The Role of Servanthood in Leadership
07:25 The Impact of Organic Leadership on Disciple-Making Movements
16:27 The Importance of Fun and Relationships in Leadership
21:02 The Role of Mentoring in Organic Leadership
22:16 The Power of Giving Permission in Leadership
24:34 The Power of Baptism and the Great Commission
25:27 The Role of Evangelism in Christianity
26:05 The Gift of Evangelism and Its Misconceptions
27:11 The Importance of Teaching in the Christian Community
28:32 The Role of Introverts in Evangelism
30:09 The Concept of Faithfulness, Fruitfulness, and Finishing
30:29 The Challenge of Finishing Well in Leadership
32:14 The Importance of Daily Commitment in Finishing Well
33:22 The Role of Organic Leadership in the Church
34:22 The Journey of Starling Initiatives
41:38 Advice for Emerging and Seasoned Leaders
44:50 Closing Remarks and Prayer
Guests Neil and Dana Gamble speak to the More Disciples team about the importance of developing intimate relationships to disciple-making efforts. They share their own experiences in promoting discipleship around the world, emphasizing the significance of personal transformation, love, faith, and the necessity to have God as the root drive in one's life. They also discuss the challenges and changes faced by the church, particularly in North America, and underscore the need to move away from a religion-focused approach to one based on relationships and the teachings of Christ. Based on their experiences, they encourage the restoration of God's kingdom through personal commitment and smaller church groups that promote deep, meaningful interactions.
00:01 Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast
00:24 Guest Introductions and Initial Discussions
00:41 The Journey of Dana and Neil Gamble
04:15 The Concept of Discipleship
07:28 Neil's Personal Journey and Relationship with God
13:38 Dana's Personal Journey and Finding Her Voice
19:39 Changes in the Church and the Importance of Discipleship
24:18 The Power of Love and Intimacy in Discipleship
27:04 The Power of Youth in House Churches
27:43 The Impact of Discipleship on Young Families
28:27 The Simplicity of Discipleship
28:46 The Role of Jesus in Our Lives
29:02 The Power of Prayer in Everyday Life
29:27 The Importance of Jesus in Our Daily Lives
30:37 The Power of Intimacy with God
31:30 The Role of Vulnerability and Trust in Discipleship
31:42 The Practicality of Discipleship
34:22 The Importance of Jesus as the Root Drive
35:37 The Power of Passion in Discipleship
38:14 The Power of Relationship in Discipleship
40:58 The Importance of Refocusing on Relationship with God
42:44 The Cost of Not Pursuing Intimacy with God
44:34 Closing Remarks and Prayer
45:11 The Power of Prayer and Intimacy with God
Aaron, a team member from Victory Church, joins the More Disciples Podcast to discuss how believers can unite to make more disciples. Born into a Christian missionary home, Aaron's spiritual journey leads him from his church-going childhood to leading within a megachurch. He emphasizes the value of house church models alongside traditional churches, aiming for a hybrid model that combines teachings from mega churches with the relationship-building and discipleship potential of small home groups. The conversation explores the struggles and breakthroughs of implementing a disciple-making movement, the role of technology, and fostering missional DNA among believers. They also talk about creating discipleship tools and providing consistent training, emphasizing keeping faith relatable, accessible and fluid.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:24 Meet the Team and Special Guest
00:58 Aaron Bourne's Journey: From Bouncer to Pastor
03:26 Transitioning from Traditional Church to Discipleship-Making Model
07:44 Challenges and Opportunities in a Blended Church Context
09:48 The Vision for House Churches and the Role of the Mega Church
13:41 The Future of Church Planting: Entrepreneurial and Missional
15:07 The Impact of House Churches and the Excitement They Generate
17:44 The Importance of Collaboration and Unity Among Different Church Models
19:41 Training and Empowering House Church Leaders
20:26 The Five-Fold Ministry and Apostolic Vision
21:02 Training and Empowering Disciples
23:21 The Use of Technology in Ministry
24:27 The Importance of Relationship in Ministry
26:10 The Role of Teaching in the Church
28:12 The Journey of a Church Leader
30:17 The Power of Personal Ministry
32:24 The Importance of Community in Ministry
33:40 The Challenges and Rewards of Ministry
38:14 The Power of Prayer and Encouragement
39:41 The Call to Make More Disciples
In this episode, our hosts speak with special guest, Grant Ford, about his work in multiplying disciples around the United States and the world. Ford discusses his missionary experience in Wuhan, China, and his return to the US due to the lockdown in 2020 where he continues his ministry work through Zoom training sessions. They also delve into practices such as SOAPs (Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer and Share), the More Disciples model of disciple-making, emphasizing on the power of the Holy Spirit in guiding their mission. By sharing personal anecdotes of transformation, they illustrate the impact of their work in spreading their faith. The speakers also touch upon ideas of patience, community, mentorship, and the joy that comes from seeing others embrace their faith and grow into disciple-makers.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:22 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions
00:40 Guest Spotlight: Grant Ford's Journey
01:00 The Power of Discipleship: Grant's Experience
02:48 The Role of Technology in Discipleship
03:35 The Impact of Discipleship: Personal Stories
05:13 The Practicalities of Discipleship
07:15 The Importance of Vision in Discipleship
08:07 Overcoming Challenges in Discipleship
08:37 The Growth of Discipleship Groups
11:37 The Role of the Church in Discipleship
19:05 Transformative Stories from the Field
21:57 A Divine Conversation: Listening to the Holy Spirit
22:16 Sharing the Gospel: The Science of Faith
23:17 The Lockdown in Wuhan: A Test of Faith
23:40 The Power of Questions: Deepening Faith Through Inquiry
25:08 The Ripple Effect: Spreading the Gospel
28:02 The Power of Prayer: A Personal Journey
30:24 The Daily Rhythm: Living a Life of Discipleship
35:40 Closing Thoughts: The Joy of Discipleship
38:01 The God-Sized Dream: A Vision for the Kingdom
In this episode of the More Disciples Podcast, our hosts sitwith guests David Oates of Sea Glass Church and Darin Anderson of Oakwood Church. They discuss the challenges and rewards of church unity and multiplication in Tampa, Florida. The group covers their experiences and techniques in organizing existing churches towards disciple-making movements, including the use of the Timothy Initiative for training local community members in evangelism and leadership. The guests describe the importance ofpersistent prayer, innovation, and supportive relationships in their ministry work.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:23 Meet the Hosts and Special Guests
00:37 The Journey of Pastors Darin and David
01:38 The Power of Unity and Collaboration
03:16 Introducing the Guests' Personal Stories
03:47 The Role of Prayer in City Transformation
07:41 The Impact of Revive and the Birth of Tampa Bay forChrist
09:30 The Power of Persistent Prayer and Unity
11:39 The Five Priorities of Tampa Bay for Christ
16:33 The Challenges and Triumphs of Unity
19:08 The Role of Early Adopters in Church Movements
23:10 Introduction and Personal Stories
23:24 The Journey to Disciple-Making
23:56 Challenges and Triumphs in Church Planting
24:46 The Role of the Timothy Initiative
25:31 The Power of Networking and Collaboration
26:38 The Impact of Austin's Arrival
26:43 Reminiscing on Initial Connections
27:15 The Journey of Discipleship
27:56 The Power of Empowerment in Discipleship
28:10 The Shift to a Disciple-Making Model
32:39 The Impact of Austin's Training
36:04 The Vision for Citywide Worship
42:48 Closing Thoughts and Prayers
Making Disciples Around the World: A Deep Dive with PeterDunn
In this episode of the More Disciples Podcast, special guestPeter Dunn discusses his journey transitioning from the Baptist Mission Society to working on a disciple-making mission in Europe. His goal is to encourage every believer to be a disciple-maker, transcending the often spectator-oriented church model. He also shares his experiences on challenges like the political incorrectness of persuading someone to believe differently and the pull to stay with the existing traditions. He points out how younger generations are hungry for spiritual experiences and a sense of community – elements that often become the key to engaging them with the church.
00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast
00:24 Guest Introduction: Peter Dunn
02:28 Peter's Journey in Discipleship
03:41 The Concept of Disciple Making Movements
04:49 The Impact of Discipleship in Europe
07:16 The Power of Partnership in Ministry
10:27 The Role of Immigrants in Discipleship
16:23 The Challenges and Encouragements in Discipleship
19:23 The Vision of Disciple Making
19:39 Challenges in Sharing Faith
20:48 Resistance to Change in the Church
21:18 The Role of Tradition in Worship
21:52 Respecting and Challenging Church Traditions
23:25 The Struggles of Mission Work in the West
25:51 The Importance of Personal Faith Stories
26:55 The Challenge of Persuading Others in a PoliticallyCorrect World
27:09 The Decline of Faith in the West
28:24 The Importance of Building Relationships Outside theChurch
28:53 The Challenge of Introducing Jesus, Not Just Church
29:41 The Power of Sharing Personal Faith Stories
38:16 The Power of God in Life and the Longing for Community
40:11 Conclusion: The Essence of Being Redeemed ThroughJesus
The More Disciples Podcast team wraps up the season by celebrating the different guests, reflecting on all they've learned, and leaning toward the future in eager expectation. It's been a season for growth, wisdom, creativity, and grace!
The More Disciples Podcast team is excited to welcome back guest Curtis Sergeant, who has pioneered many of the modern disciple-making strategies and tools. Together, they ask questions about what still needs to be done and how now is the opportune time for the Kingdom.
New believer Savannah Elder joins The More Disciples Podcast team to talk about her experience with faith, obedience, and the joy of trusting Jesus. As Savannah learns with God's people and the Holy Spirit, she is walking in love, boldness, and the grace of Christ in her workplace, family, and wherever He takes her.
This week, The More Disciples Podcast team is connecting Down Under with Dave, who is seeing God raise up disciples in Australia and in Southeast Asia. Dave and the team discuss elements that transfer between different contexts, ways to move forward against obstacles, and the importance of trusting in God's faithfulness.
After four campuses and thousands of people learning about Jesus every week, today's guest Brent Hofen and his church were invited to a new season of growth. Brent and The More Disciples Podcast team explore gratitude, humility, unity, and obedience as disciple makers.
Today, the More Disciples Podcast team meets with Jeff Metzger to talk about two major obstacles in disciple making: ourselves and our comfortable discipleship culture. They look at what obedience and submission look like for leaders in disciple making and how to pursue unity and creativity in reaching more people with the Gospel.
For today's guest, Amanda Dinan, making disciples is a natural overflow of the love she has experienced in God. With amazing stories and insights, the More Disciples Podcast team joins Amanda in reflecting on how worship, gratitude, and obedience shape disciples who make disciples.
Today's guest, Louie Constantino, is navigating the process of pastoring a traditional-style church while also engaging deeply in disciple-making movements. Louie and The More Disciples Podcast team discuss the benefits, struggles, and opportunities for growth in parallel streams of ministry.
As a pastor who wrestled with the heart of discipleship, today's guest, Britton Smith, talks through the journey he's been on. The More Disciples Podcast team talks with him about what it looks like to let the Holy Spirit examine your own life, then transform your actions, love for others, and steps forward in obedience.
The More Disciples Podcast team welcomes Jeff Sundell, an avid believer in modeling Jesus in discipleship and multiplication. The team discusses how intentional discipleship can lead to house churches (HCs), which then multiply when there's a focus on relationships, Scripture, and reliance on the Holy Spirit in every area of life.
How is God using the marketplace to multiply disciples? Today's guest, Jay Fechtel, joins The More Disciples Podcast team to talk about the Kingdom impact we can see through the workplace. Whether you're an entry-level employee or the CEO of a major company, God can use your obedience there for His glory!
When guest Ron Johnson saw the growth in Denver, he knew his church could never reach the city for Christ unless they implemented some new methods. Ron joins The More Disciples Podcast team to talk about the power of aligning traditional churches with multiplication strategies for the expansion of the Gospel.
This week, frequent guest host Zach Duke joins The More Disciples Podcast team to discuss the importance of cultivating discipleship personally, focusing on individual people, and encouraging other believers locally and around the world. Multiplication comes through obedient, connected believers who obediently connect with others with the love and power of God.
This week, guest Zach Medlock joins The More Disciples Podcast team to discuss what it looks like to implement a growing and going strategy. After transitioning a solid ministry in Memphis to capable local leaders, Zach started over in San Fransisco to see more people know and follow Christ.
The More Disciples Podcast team starts the new year by reflecting on what God has done and what they're looking forward to in this next year. Hear how the hosts experienced obstacles and encouragement this year, and how they measure progress as they pursue God's Kingdom!
What role does disciple making play in healing trauma and crisis? This week, The More Disciples Podcast team joins guest Mary Roberts in discussing how trauma and crisis care can be exponentially tied to the Great Commission and the Great Commandment. The team talks through the challenges, opportunities, and amazing moments of connection available in a biblical response to crisis.
Today's guest, Lucas Pulley, joins The More Disciples Podcast team to talk about Tampa Underground, a network of microchurches that are calling-based, mission-centered, and taking the Great Commission to houses, neighborhoods, communities, and beyond. Together, they explore churches, calling, and the gift of healthy collaboration.
With guest Tommy "Urban D" Kyllonen, The More Disciples Podcast team looks at the connection between DMM and community outreach and transformation. Using visionary strategies, intentional collaboration, and a lot of hip hop. Urban D and his church are sharing the Gospel in urban settings in Orlando and beyond.
In part two of this special two-episode series, The More Disciples Podcast Team continues to meet with leaders from the 24:14 coalition, which unites men and women across North America to pursue multiplying movements together. The second set of regional leaders will report on what God is doing in their area. Join us to hear more of the stories of transformation, press forward in excitement, and celebrate the power and movement of the Spirit in disciple-making movements around the nation.
In part one of this special two-episode series, The More Disciples Podcast Team meets with leaders from the 24:14 coalition, which unites men and women across North America to pursue multiplying movements together. As each region reports on what God is doing in their area, the team talks about themes of unity, obedience, simplicity, community, and hope. It's a great time to hear the stories of God's transformation, press forward in excitement, and celebrate the power and movement of the Spirit in disciple-making movements around the nation.
In this week's episode, The More Disciples Podcast team explores the absolute necessity of prayer with special guest Michael Sove. With practical tips and tools, Michael explains how God has drawn him into boots-on-the-ground discipleship and a prayer movement that is sweeping the nation. As a group, the team will discuss what it looks like to pursue a movement of the Spirit that begins with personal prayer and obedience and then expands into the home, city, and beyond!
This week, The More Disciples Podcast team meets with Marlene, who lives and serves with a ministry in South Africa. When she was tasked with helping teams learn tools for multiplication and disciple-making, Marlene found the disciple-making trainings, Zúme, which radically transformed their ministry training and effectiveness globally. With teams ranging from oral-learners in rural Africa to business professionals in technological cities, people in all different situations are finding the tools, resources, encouragement, and coaching to move forward in their faith!
This week on The More Disciples podcast, our hosts are visiting with three men who are using a robust and strategic media strategy to accelerate the process of finding seekers, helping them get access to the Word, and connecting people who want to learn more about the Gospel with local believers — all in unreached nations! The team talks about the need for new methods and the importance of coaching and training Media to Movement teams. Through these methods, and global collaboration, the Gospel is going into the world, and God is raising up His Kingdom!
Guest host Bobby "Tre9" Herring joins The More Disciples Podcast team to explore the complications and joys of inner-city multiplication. In this episode, the team reflects on the lessons God has taught Tre in his journey, from learning to invite new disciples into a covenant of community to laboring and learning together with other multipliers in their contexts. This episode is all about the biblical principal of connection!
For more than 30 years, today's guest Stan Parks has been a movement leader, trainer, and disciple-maker. He joins the hosts of The More Disciples Podcast in exploring what God's people need to do about those in the world who have never heard the Gospel. Stan encourages disciple-makers to pray for stubbornness and to shrug off a love of the good for the sake of God's great.
Today's guest, Chris Galanos, the pastor of Experience Life has seen God multiply disciples in West Texas. He and his wife began a church in their living room with a big prayer - 10,000 people in 10 years. After the first 10 years, God gave them a bigger goal: 1 million people in the next 10 years! Chris and The More Disciples Podcast team explore the topics of collaboration, perseverance, and the great burden of committing to whatever it takes to see God raise up disciple-making movements.
The season kicks off with special guest, Rick Warren! Many of us know Rick Warren as the founding pastor of Saddleback Church and the author of The Purpose Driven Life, but he also serves as the Executive Director of Finishing the Task (FTT). Rick inspires and excites all of us by sharing FTT's vision for reaching every people group with the Gospel by 2033.
In this season's concluding episode, The More Disciples Podcast team shares some of what they're seeing God doing in their own contexts. Considering some of the guests and stories from this season, the team will celebrate the movement of the Spirit, encourage one another and others committed to multiplication, and dream together about the next season's episodes.
This week, The More Disciples Podcast Team welcomes special guest, Gr8FuL, who is using multiplication tools and events-with-intent to serve a difficult neighborhood in Houston. Coming from a background of brokenness and bad decisions, Gr8FuL found redemption and new purpose through Scripture and obedience. By showing up again and again in commitment to the people he's serving, Gr8FuL demonstrates the impact of being relational before organizational in the lives of those he serves.
This week, The More Disciples Podcast team meets with Roy Moran, author of Spent Matches: Igniting the Signal Fire for the Spiritually Dissatisfied. Together, they explore what it looks like to help traditional churches develop a heart for multiplication and discipleship in every believer.
For this week's discussion on persecution, The More Disciples Podcast crew is joined by guest Dominic Sputo, author of the book Heirloom Love: Authentic Christianity for this Age of Persecution. Together, the group will explore the Biblical context for the New Testament commands about generosity and care for our persecuted brothers and sisters, and what that means for disciples today.
Today's guest, Dori Yuen, helps The More Disciples Podcast team explore the obstacles and opportunities for disciple-making movements in the very hard soil of San Francisco. As a leader in a multicultural, disciple-multiplying journey, Dori has seen the Holy Spirit give great increases through prayer walking, obedience, and pouring into new disciples.
When this week's guest, Nick Twomey, gave the keys of his megachurch over to another church to pursue disciple-making principles, everyone thought he was crazy. The More Disciples Podcast hosts join Nick in exploring how God led him to that moment and what the Spirit has accomplished since then.
After a tumultuous past, Kenny Fong found the grace and light of Christ. This week, Kenny joins The More Disciples Team with guest hosts Zach Duke and Forrest Head to discuss how the Spirit led him as a young man with a growing family to reach unreached people across Africa with the Gospel. Together, they explore what it looks like to see God's Kingdom come and to go where the Kingdom is not.
This week, The More Disciples Podcast team meets with Austin and Lindsay Wilson, who are discipling in their home, first with their children and then with the people God brings to them. The team will explore how to lean on the Holy Spirit as they obey His Word at home and beyond.
Today The More Disciples Podcast team is exploring the partnership between sports and disciple making in an urban setting with guest Becky Bowden. They'll discuss effective ways to move sports ministry from programming to disciple-making, always looking for relationships and pouring into those who are ready and willing to obey. Guest host Zach Duke joins the conversation today.
In today's episode, The More Disciples Podcast hosts explore collaboration, persistence, and open-handed obedience with guest Troy Cooper, who is seeing God do unimaginable work in southern California. After years of building and trusting, COVID has opened a new set of opportunities, challenges, and reasons to celebrate in one of the hardest soils in the Western world.
Guest host Eric joins The More Disciples Podcast team this week to discuss Zume, a training tool that equips ordinary people to use everyday methods to see extraordinary results. We will discuss how these resources have an impact among unreached people, in U.S. prisons, and across organizational barriers for effective collaboration as the Holy Spirit unites and multiplies disciples!
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Today's guests, brothers Phillip and Chris Lynch, walk through developing leaders with The More Disciples Podcast. Together, they explore the way to give everyone the best chance to fully obey Jesus. The team discusses how to model investment like Jesus did, resulting in more disciples making more disciples!
What does it look like to focus on obedience, relationships, and intentionality in discipleship settings? The More Disciples Podcast hosts explore that question with special guest Benjamin, who is serving as a multiplier in South Asia. Everywhere he goes, Benjamin brings new disciples with him on "Fishing Trips," to follow, obey, and go. Despite great persecution, Benjamin is seeing great multiplication and transformation through the power of the Holy Spirit!
This week, The More Disciples Podcast hosts are tackling disciple-making at home and abroad. This week's guest shares what he has learned with movements in his own business, home city, and with unreached people in remote parts of the world, including unprecedented growth among unreached people during the pandemic!
All churches are charged with making disciples, but what are some of the ways to make more disciples with a greater depth of obedience and faithfulness? In this episode, The More Disciples Podcast hosts welcome Damian Gerke to discuss ways to equip local churches with the tools and capacity to see disciple multiplication. The team will look at more options for the local church to help her fulfill the Great Commission.
Guest host Neal Karsten joins The More Disciples Podcast team to explore how to help new disciples count the costs in discipleship. As disciples turn toward a life surrendered in obedience to Christ, the Bible is clear that hardships will come. The team will talk about the trials believers might face in different contexts and how to walk with and encourage one another through those hardships. Each disciple has different gifts and experiences that can be used for encouragement, empathy, and a call to persevere as we journey for the Kingdom together. Discipleship is hard, but it's also beautiful and worthy!
In this episode, The More Disciples Podcast team welcomes Bill Laky. After he and his wife experienced a crash course in multiplication principles on a trip to SE Asia, they began a disciple-making journey in their hometown in New Jersey. Bill and the hosts will talk about the importance of obedience, letting the Word do the work, and equipping followers of Christ to go through Scripture with others. They'll also talk through the importance of bearing with one another so that the gifts of the Spirit can create true unity and love as the Gospel continues to spread.
As we wrap up this segment on 7 Principles Lee Wood Learned in 7 Years, the More Disciples Podcast team will talk with Guy Caskey. Guy was pioneering multiplication movement principles years before others caught on, and he knows the struggles of pushing through alone and the blessings of having other organizations and churches to serve alongside. In this episode, we talk about the need to learn from and encourage one another with humility and grace so that together we can accomplish more for God’s Kingdom!
The More Disciples Podcast hosts come together to reflect on the priority of relationships before organizations. They’ll reflect on how they personally learned that lesson, how they’ve seen the missions culture shift toward relationship, and mistakes they’ve made along the way. As we focus on relationships, we see more collaboration, more sharing of gifts and expertise, and a greater impact for the Kingdom.
Today the More Disciples Podcast team welcomes Jim McKnight as they discuss the principle “Simple Things Grow, Simple Things Multiply.” When Jim realized his outreach for men and women in the military wasn’t resulting in long-term disciples, he drastically simplified his approach and now God is bringing great multiplication. Join us as we hear his story and discuss some simple practices that can spur great obedience.
In this episode, the More Disciples Podcast hosts welcome Berk Wilson, who is actively obeying and training others to obey in Raleigh, North Carolina. What does it mean to be doers of the word and not just hearers, as we’re instructed in James 1:22? The team will discuss obedience and training in their own lives and reflect on principles and practices that instill a pattern of obedience and training from the beginning of discipleship.
This week we’re talking with Victor John, a disciple-maker in India who has seen more than 20 million new disciples! His story illustrates Lee’s third principle: keep doing what you’re doing and you’ll get better at it. Through conflict, persecution, spiritual attack, and countless other obstacles, Victor persevered and God has brought about unbelievable transformation. Come hear Victor’s story and celebrate God’s amazing faithfulness.
This episode we’ll be discussing Lee’s second principle of disciple multiplication: “Pour deeply into the few who will obey no matter what” with Trevor and Budi, who serve in Southeast Asia. We’ll reflect on what happens when we try to invest deeply in too many people at once. We’ll also talk about strategies to use in choosing your primary circle of influence, and discuss what it looks like to truly pour deeply into disciples.
In this episode, The More Disciples Podcast hosts welcome multiplication pioneer Curtis Sergeant! As a disciple-maker, it's easy to focus on the numbers, but in this episode, we'll discuss a foundational, though counter-intuitive, idea: If you take care of the depth, God will take care of the breadth. Join us in asking the questions: Are you focusing on loving one another? Are you serving one another? Are you building community? Are you investing in disciples? And most importantly, are you a disciple who is worth multiplying?
Are you ready to make more disciples of Jesus? Traditional disciple-making methods are too slow to keep up with population growth. Traditional disciple-making methods aren’t reaching your unchurched neighbors and they aren’t reaching people groups around the world who are without access to the Gospel. But there is a solution. In the More Disciples Podcast, we’re going to break it down step-by-step and show you exactly how you can start to make More Disciples, right away. In this episode, you'll meet the hosts, learn about their disciple-making journeys, and gain an understanding of the basics of disciple-making movements.