What are the head, heart, and hands of those in a Biblical multiplying church? Join three Oklahoma City practitioners on the path as they equip you to be and find multipliers through interviews, conversations, and training in simple tools.
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Most disciple-making efforts don't fail because of bad intentions. They fail because they unknowingly reproduce the wrong DNA. In this episode, Mark and Dave unpack why the habits, culture, and rhythms you establish from day one will determine what the disciples become years later. You'll learn how to protect a harvest culture, avoid consumer Christianity, and build groups that naturally multiply.
How Do People Discover They’re Leaders? Most leaders try to recruit people into a vision, but Jesus modeled something harder: do the work, open your life, and let the right people recognize themselves in it. Mark and Dave unpack why emerging leaders need more than an invitation. They need a visible model, shared values, and space to discover that they genuinely want to lead. If you’re tired of convincing reluctant people or wondering why no one is joining you, this episode will show you how to become a leader others can actually find.
You can stay busy making disciples and still have no idea what you’re trying to produce. Mark and Dave explain why defining “done” gives you the focus to develop people without controlling them or keeping them dependent on you.They unpack how Jesus could call his work finished even though his disciples were still imperfect and growing. You’ll learn how to recognize when someone has enough skill, character, and ownership to carry the work forward.
If you want multiplication, you can’t just aim at mature disciples or healthy churches and assume the other will magically appear. In this solo episode, Mark argues that leaders are the missing link between disciples and churches, and real leaders are formed through responsibility, not just information. The episode presses into why charisma creates false starts, why faithfulness has to be proven locally, and why disciple-making DNA and church stewardship both matter. If you’re tired of training people who can explain the vision but don’t actually carry the work, this one gives you language and a diagnostic.- Save Your Seat for the "The Aquila and Priscilla Pattern" 45 Min Zoom Lab next month: https://covomultipliers.com/s/Re6np6- Find Dave on Substack: https://substack.com/@damillertime- And Mark on Substack: https://substack.com/@multiplyingdisciples
This episode pushes into the tension many practitioners feel: should you aim at making disciples, starting churches, or both? Mark and Dave argue that what you aim for is usually what you reproduce, so vague language creates vague outcomes.
They unpack why disciple-making without a church pathway often stalls before leadership, and why church planting without disciple-making DNA creates gatherings that don’t multiply. You’ll walk away with a sharper way to diagnose your work, clarify the goal downstream, and build a pathway from lost to leader and from church start to church health.
Most disciple-making training fails because people hear the content but never see it lived. In this episode, Mark and Dave unpack why information alone does not create competent disciple-makers, and why most people need reps, "withness," accountability, and temporary incompetence. The two-church model gives ordinary believers a way to learn church by participating in one gathering while starting rhythms with people in their own world. If you have ever felt stuck after a training, this episode shows why the problem may not be your desire, but the environment you are learning in.
Most of us don’t mean to read the New Testament backwards, but we often start with Paul’s conclusions before we understand the story he was living inside. In this episode, Mark and Dave show how the Gospels and Acts give the framework, while the letters make more sense when they are placed back into the movement story.You’ll hear why this changes how you read Galatians, Romans, disciple-making, conflict, leadership development, and even the growth of Paul himself.If you’ve ever felt pressure to make disciples instantly or felt confused about how the early church actually multiplied, this episode will help you slow down and read the New Testament forward.
Most discipleship stalls because people only see the lesson, not the life behind it. In this episode, Mark, Dave, and Marcus unpack what happened when a group of young disciples joined a real ministry trip from New York City to Connecticut and the deepest formation happened in the car.
You’ll learn why shared rhythms, relational margin, and doing ministry together reveal questions that scheduled meetings rarely reach. The conversation gives you a practical way to move disciples from learning tools to becoming leaders who can enter new places and make disciples themselves.
What if disciple-making is not mainly something you add to your calendar, but something you learn to do with people in the normal flow of life?
In this episode, Mark and Dave unpack the rhythms of multiplying leaders by looking at Jesus, Levi, business deliveries, prayer at Topgolf, and the subtle power of “withness.” You’ll hear why classroom teaching alone can’t form disciple-makers and why real leadership development happens while people watch, ask, imitate, and practice.
This matters because most people are trying to carry the kingdom alone, when Jesus trained people by bringing them into the work with Him.
Most Bible studies teach people to understand a passage. Scripture deep dives train leaders to see patterns, solve problems, and follow the way of Jesus in real life. In this episode, Chuck Wood, Dave Miller, and Mark unpack why reading large chunks of Scripture together can shift paradigms faster than another polished teaching session. You’ll hear how deep dives help leaders move from passive listening to active discovery, and why the slow, messy process may be exactly what forms people who can lead.
Most discipleship conversations get stuck on tools, but this episode pushes deeper: what kind of person are you becoming? Mark and Dave walk through Acts 2:36–47 and show how the first church was formed by a simple pattern of identity, devotion, and overflow.The punch is clear: you do not build multiplying disciples by tacking spiritual tasks onto a busy life, you become the kind of person whose normal rhythms produce kingdom fruit. This one matters because it gives ordinary believers a simple way to move from “I should do more” to “this is who we are now.”
Most leaders want to see lost people become disciple-makers, but the gap between desire and action gets fuzzy fast. In this episode, Mark and Dave name the two biggest barriers: not knowing where to start and not knowing what to do next. They push back on the fear that a “lost to leader” pathway is too mechanical and show why clarity actually helps you stay steady when people get messy, distracted, or stuck. If you’ve ever felt the burden to reach people around you but lacked a simple path forward, this episode gives you a better first step.
Most believers say Scripture is central, but in real life, experience often ends up calling the shots. In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack why disciple-making pathways are not invented from scratch, but discovered from the Word of God and lived out in real places like work, school pickup, business, and everyday relationships.
They use the Wesleyan Quadrilateral, Scripture, tradition, reason, and experience, to show why the order matters. The payoff is simple: stop letting your experiences reinterpret the Bible, and start letting Scripture reshape how you move through the world.
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What if your biggest disciple-making problem is not failure, but aiming at "success" and getting something different than how Jesus defines it?
In this episode, Mark and Dave unpack why a production mindset can quietly turn people into projects and push us to “innovate our way out of success.” They show how Jesus defines success through time, transformation, relationship, and reproduced lifestyle, not quick outputs. This matters because if you define success wrong, you may eventually get exactly what you asked for and realize it is not the kingdom fruit you wanted.
Your job is not in the way of your calling. In this episode, Mark and Dave unpack why work, business, family, neighborhood, and mission were never meant to live in separate compartments. They show how your workplace may not just fund ministry, but become one of the main places God has already given you access for the gospel.
If you have ever felt torn between making a living and making disciples, this conversation will help you see the mission already sitting inside your ordinary week.
Good tools matter. But tools alone rarely lead to real multiplication. In this episode, Mark and Dave unpack what often gets missed between solid training and lasting fruit: seeing disciple-making lived up close, inside real habits, real relationships, and real ministry rhythms.
They debrief the recent New York Covo Immersion and show why people don’t just need better content. They need withness, shared practice, and the kind of partnership that makes it easier to keep going.
Save Your Seat for the "Lost to Leader" 45 Min Zoom Lab next month: https://www.covomultipliers.com/from-lost-to-leader.html
Most disciple-making gets stuck because people hear a lot or train through tools but rarely see a life they can actually imitate. In this episode, Mark breaks down why Jesus didn’t mainly train through more explanation, but through withness, exposure, and real obedience in motion. He shows how immersion clears the fog, builds courage, and helps normal believers picture what following Jesus can actually look like in ordinary places.
If you’ve ever felt the gap between knowing disciple-making language and actually doing it, this one gets down to brass tacks. Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8 * Visit covomultipliers.com* for upcoming training, immersions, and resources. * Find Dave on Substack here: https://substack.com/@damillertime * And Mark on Substack here: https://substack.com/@multiplyingdisciples
Chuck Wood joins Mark and Dave for one of the more honest conversations the H3X podcast has had. Three movement guys sitting with a hard question: are we pursuing a movement of the gospel, or have we made movements the gospel?
Chuck, Mark, and Dave each share their own burnout stories and what God had to do in their hearts before the work could become something sustainable. The conversation lands on three words that reframe everything: stewardship, contribution, and collaboration.
If you have ever felt the weight of trying to make something happen for God, this one is for you. Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8 * Visit covomultipliers.com* for upcoming training, immersions, and resources. * Find Dave on Substack here: https://substack.com/@damillertime * And Mark on Substack here: https://substack.com/@multiplyingdisciples
A viral story out of New York shows an NYPD chief in full dress uniform jumping a fence and running toward a suspected bomb threat. Most people see a heroic moment. But that moment didn’t start there. In this episode we unpack why leaders don’t magically rise to the occasion. They fall to the level of their habits. The instincts that show up under pressure are built long before the pressure arrives. We talk about muddy boots leadership, kingdom instincts, and why daily rhythms matter more than big intentions. If you want courage, clarity, and action when the moment comes, the work starts in the ordinary days no one sees. Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8 * Visit covomultipliers.com* for upcoming training, immersions, and resources. * Find Dave on Substack here: https://substack.com/@damillertime * And Mark on Substack here: https://substack.com/@multiplyingdisciples
Everyone wants multiplication fast. But the people who last in disciple-making learn something different. In this episode, Mark and Dave talk about why most leaders burn out chasing one-year results and how long obedience through habits and rhythms actually produces multiplication. If you want to stay faithful in ministry for decades instead of flaming out in a few years, this conversation will reset how you think about growth, seasons, and expectations. Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8 * Visit covomultipliers.com* for upcoming training, immersions, and resources. * Find Dave on Substack here: https://substack.com/@damillertime * And Mark on Substack here: https://substack.com/@multiplyingdisciples
Most movements stall because they skip the tribe. We talk about personal faith and global mission. Private devotion and citywide impact. But the layer in between, the tribe, is where movements actually take root. Tribes are networks of households living the same way, reinforcing shared identity, and making obedience normal instead of exceptional.
In this episode, we unpack the sociology and biblical pattern behind lasting movements. Jesus formed a tribe in the twelve. The early church met house to house as interconnected networks. From those tribes, identity was strengthened and the gospel spread across entire cities and regions. If you want traction, you make space for tribe. Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8 * Visit covomultipliers.com* for upcoming training, immersions, and resources. * Find Dave on Substack here: https://substack.com/@damillertime * And Mark on Substack here: https://substack.com/@multiplyingdisciples
Most disciple-makers don’t quit. They just scatter their energy. In this episode, we name the two hidden barriers that quietly stall multiplication and show you how to break through them in the places you already live, work, and play.
You’ll learn how to stop chasing random opportunities and start stewarding real networks over time. If you’ve felt the tension between intention and traction, this conversation will reframe how you see people, seasons, and the slow work of the Word. Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8 * Visit covomultipliers.com* for upcoming training, immersions, and resources. * Find Dave on Substack here: https://substack.com/@damillertime * And Mark on Substack here: https://substack.com/@multiplyingdisciples
You want multiplication, but your calendar keeps producing events. Mark and Dave argue the issue is not vision, it is the daily patterns quietly shaping what people actually become.
They show how Jesus built movements by embedding repeatable practices into ordinary life, not by running bigger gatherings.
If you feel stuck between strong intention and weak follow through, this conversation will give you a way forward you can start this week.
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Gen Z will talk about Jesus all day and still disappear tomorrow. In this episode, we name the tension leaders keep running into: real spiritual openness paired with zero follow-through. We unpack what we’re seeing on the ground in New York and Oklahoma City, why ghosting isn’t just annoying but formative, and how digital-first relationships are warping discipleship. If you’re trying to move people from conversation to commitment, this episode saves you a lot of confusion and wasted effort.
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* Start 2026 with clarity and a plan: Use The CFC Worksheet HERE
Most disciples don’t struggle with belief. They struggle with starting the conversation. In this episode, Mark breaks down the Conversation Box, a simple, repeatable way to move from small talk to real gospel conversations without being awkward or needing to be a natural evangelist. If you’ve ever thought “I wouldn’t know what to say next,” this gives you handles you can actually use this week. This is about confidence for ordinary believers and momentum for multiplying disciples. Try it out here: https://conversationquadrant.com/
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* Start 2026 with clarity and a plan: Use The CFC Worksheet HERE
Most leaders don’t fail because they’re lazy. They miss their goals because they’re unfocused. In this episode, we break down in 19 minutes how to choose the one or two activities that actually move the work forward, based on the phase you’re in right now. If 2026 already feels busy but not effective, this will snap things into focus fast.
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* Start 2026 with clarity and a plan: Use The CFC Worksheet HERE
Most leaders don’t need more content, they need a place to actually practice the way of Jesus with other people. In this episode, Dave breaks down how a weekly dinner-table “community of practice” is forming disciples through a year-long, chronological walk through the Gospels. You’ll hear the simple structure, why it’s working, and how shared practice (not polished teaching) is producing real ownership, honest questions, and momentum. Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8 * Visit covomultipliers.com* for upcoming training, immersions, and resources. * Start 2026 with clarity and a plan: Use The CFC Worksheet HERE
When culture feels chaotic and leadership decisions feel heavy, the church doesn’t need new strategies—it needs to recover an ancient precedent. In this episode, Mark and Dave call leaders back to the New Testament pattern of the Word of God, the Spirit of God, and the community of God working together to discern the way forward.
Using Acts 15 as a case study, they show how the early church resisted centralized authority and instead elevated the priesthood of the believer. If you’re tired of opinion-driven leadership and longing for clarity rooted in Scripture, this conversation re-centers decision-making where it was always meant to live: in Jesus, through His Word, among His people.
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* Start 2026 with clarity and a plan: Use The CFC Worksheet HERE
In this episode we unpack Nehemiah’s CFC—Commitment, Focus, and Consistency—and why it remains one of Scripture’s most practical leadership models. Through the story of rebuilding Jerusalem’s wall in just 52 days, they reveal how clarity is forged through prayer, responsibility attracts resources, and disciplined focus outpaces raw passion. This conversation challenges leaders who feel overwhelmed by the whirlwind of life and ministry to stop chasing more goals and instead commit to the right one. If you’re preparing for 2026 or a new season and want biblical clarity that leads to real progress, this episode provides a roadmap.
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* Show Notes: Episode Reference Guide (Use The CFC Worksheet HERE)
2026 will not be won by the leader with the biggest vision, but by the one who masters commitment, focus, and consistency (CFC). In this episode, we break down how to identify your highest-leverage actions, build daily rhythms, and create a leadership pipeline that multiplies disciples and leaders.
You’ll discover practical ways to avoid spinning your wheels, overcome overwhelm, and stay faithful to what actually matters. Tune in to transform your leadership approach and start the year with traction that lasts.
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Show Notes: Episode Reference Guide (Use The CFC Worksheet HERE)
Pick 2-3 episodes that expose your blind spots and listen before you build your 2026 plan.
COMMITMENT EPISODES
Wrestling with: Should I start something new or double down? Do I need permission? Am I missing what God's doing?
Is Your Strategy Blinding You to God's Harvest (Mar 18)
* Is my plan preventing me from seeing where God's actually at work?
* How do I balance planning with Spirit-led responsiveness?
* What if my strategy has become a prison instead of a pathway?
Repetition Over Innovation: Why Consistency Wins in 2025 (Jan 7)
* Should I try something new in 2026 or double down on what's working?
* How do I know if I'm being faithful or just stuck in a rut?
* What's the ONE thing I'm committing to repeat 50+ times in 2026?
'Go Slow to Go Fast' Could Transform Your Leadership Pipeline (Jan 21)
* Why does my leadership pipeline keep producing shallow leaders?
* Am I moving too fast with my disciples?
* Am I willing to slow down my pipeline to speed up multiplication?
Stop Waiting—Start Building Like a Founder (Jun 3)
* Do I need permission to start this thing God's put on my heart?
* What's the difference between being faithful in my role and being a founder?
* What would I start if I stopped waiting for organizational approval?
FOCUS EPISODES
Wrestling with: Why am I overwhelmed? What should I say no to? How do I create leverage?
Content vs. Systems: The Game-Changer for Leadership Development (Jan 28)
* Why do my leaders know so much but do so little?
* What's the difference between training content and discipleship systems?
* What's ONE system I'll build in 2026 to replace content delivery?
Margins is Your Superpower: How Covocational Leaders Stay Focused and Free (May 13)
* Why am I so overwhelmed and ineffective at the same time?
* What do I actually need to say no to?
* What three things will I eliminate in Q1 to create margin?
Strategic Persistence: How to Plan for Decades and Live for Today (Feb 25)
* How do I hold a long-term vision without losing daily momentum?
* Why do I feel like I'm never making progress?
* What's my 10-year vision? What's my Tuesday action?
The Apostolic Challenge: Mastering the Dynamics of Start, Strengthen, Sustain (Jan 14)
* Why does everything I start eventually stall out?
* What phase am I actually in and what does that phase require?
* How do I balance multiplying efforts with sustaining growth?
CONSISTENCY EPISODES
Wrestling with: Why do I plateau? How does MAWL work? Do I need community? Why do great leaders fail?
Start, Strengthen, Sustain: Growing Leaders Who Multiply (Nov 4)
* Why do my leaders plateau and never multiply?
* What developmental rhythms do leaders need at each stage?
* What's the rhythm that moves my leaders from strength to multiplication?
MAWL in Real Life: Ryan, Jereme, And The Path to Multiplication (Dec 2)
* How does MAWL actually work in real life, not theory?
* Why am I stuck at modeling and never releasing?
* Where am I stuck in MAWL? What rhythm will unstick me?
The Missing Link: Why a Community of Practice Was Key to Andy's Growth (Feb 11)
* Why hasn't more training produced breakthrough?
* Do I really need other leaders or can I just execute alone?
* Who's in my community of practice for 2026?
Why Great Leaders Fail: The Biblical Pattern You Can't Ignore (Feb 4)
* What causes great leaders to fail even with good vision?
* How did Noah and Abraham sustain obedience for decades?
* How do I avoid breaking covenant when the work gets hard?
Multiplication sounds simple until it collides with the real world and its mess. In this episode, we dig into why the mission that started in Eden now feels like navigating a tornado. Jesus actually told us this would happen—and he trained his leaders to thrive in it, not fold under it. You’ll walk away seeing the whirlwind differently and knowing how to lead with both simplicity and shrewdness.
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Ryan and Jereme pull back the curtain on how MAWL actually works when you stop treating it like a diagram and start using it in real life. They walk through the messy, honest steps—modeling what they wanted to see, getting in the trenches to assist, backing off to watch people own it, and finally letting them run without hand-holding.
You’ll hear the wins, the missteps, and the simple rhythms that turned two normal guys into multipliers. If you’ve been stuck in theory, this episode shows you the path forward.
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Ten years in #NoPlaceLeft stripped away the hype and left only the essentials. In this episode, Mark and Dave take an honest inventory of their journey: what ideas, vision, pathway, models they kept, what they ditched, and why some of it surprised them even after a decade of experience.
They dig into the tensions and the lessons that rarely get shared, revealing what has actually stuck after practice in the field. This conversation gives you a front-row seat to the lessons only time reveals.
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What shifts a zealous reformer into a true spiritual father? In this episode, Mark unpacks the “fulcrum moments” that transformed Peter and Paul from fiery reformers into grounded apostolic leaders who laid the foundation for multiplying movements. He draws a clear line between their journeys of surrender and the leadership breakthroughs we need today.
If you’ve ever wrestled with burnout, overreaching ambition, or wanting to lead with deeper impact...this episode will hit home.
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In this episode, we explore how leaders multiply when they’re given space to grow in their own backyard. Shawn and Ralana share how leadership scales through hands-on learning, mentoring, and support: invited into family, given a voice, and developed as they navigate the Start → Strengthen → Sustain journey.
You’ll see why true multiplication comes from creating environments where leaders do, learn, and grow together. If you want practical strategies to develop leaders who can lead beyond you, this conversation is a must-hear.
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In this episode of the H3X Podcast, Dave Miller reflects on how an old FFA motto — “Learning to do, Doing to learn, Earning to live, Living to serve” — unexpectedly provides a framework for disciple-making and leadership development. Drawing from a recent marketplace ministry discussion, he explores the tension between training and learning, execution and essence, and how the “radical middle” bridges both worlds. Through stories of mentorship, engineering, and ministry, Dave illustrates how maturity and wisdom grow through action, reflection, and grace. Listeners will walk away with renewed clarity on how to integrate faith, work, and mission through a mindset of abundance rather than scarcity.
Referenced Concepts and Tools:* FFA Motto: Learning to do, Doing to learn, Earning to live, Living to serve * The “Radical Middle”: Balancing training with learning, execution with essence * “Bucket and Drip” training approach — content download followed by long-term application * “Practices and Principles” framework for disciple-making * Marketplace ministry tensions: mechanics vs. maturity * Abundance mindset vs. scarcity mindset in leadership development * Real-life illustrations: engineering mentorship, disciple training, and multi-city collaboration
Takeaways:* The harvest field is the great equalizer — practice reveals what training can’t. * Wisdom is earned through the doing — grace fills the gaps. * Unity grows when the mission focuses outward, not on competing paradigms.
Duncan's journey isn’t just about following Jesus: it’s about being fathered, mentored, and learning how to pour life into others. In this episode, he shares the raw, real challenges of stepping into spiritual family, learning to disciple, and multiplying what he’s been given.
Hear how love, patience, and mentorship transformed a young follower into someone raising up the next generation of disciples. This is a story about legacy, growth, and the unseen work of shaping lives that last beyond a single lifetime.
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What if the call to mission isn’t somewhere out there...but right where you stand? In this episode, Mark and Dave sit down with Houston leaders Guy Caskey and Kristen Funderburg, who once dreamed of going overseas but discovered that obedience started in her own backyard—and eventually led her into Texas prisons. Hear how saying “yes” to God in small, ordinary steps opened doors to extraordinary church planting movements behind bars.
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We did an immersion—so was the juice worth the squeeze? In this episode, Mark and Dave debrief what really happened at the UPNA Conference and the first Covo Multipliers Immersion in Oklahoma City. You’ll hear what clicked for everyday covocational marketplace leaders, the lessons from failure and success, and why immersion may be the missing piece for breakthrough.
Does immersion actually work to pass along vision and ownership?...here’s our honest take.
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What if grace is more than pardon—and actually the power that fuels multiplication? In this episode, Justus, a young professional leader in Oklahoma City, unpacks 2 Timothy 2:1–7 and shows how grace strengthens believers like fuel in an engine. Through vivid stories, soldier-athlete-farmer analogies, and real-life failures (like running out of gas on I-40), he reveals how God multiplies small acts of obedience into something far greater. You’ll walk away encouraged to push the pedal of faith and watch God fill the gap with His strength.
Show NotesIn this episode we cover:* Grace as more than forgiveness—grace as strength. * How the soldier, athlete, and farmer shape our understanding of endurance. * Why multiplication requires grace, not just effort. * Dallas Willard’s insight: Grace is opposed to earning, not effort. * Personal stories that make the theology tangible (like running out of gas). * A new original song inspired by this lesson: Burnin’ Grace in Worn Out Boots.
When Jesus stepped into the synagogue at Capernaum, everything the Pharisees thought was stable was suddenly disrupted. In this episode, we explore the clash between positional authority and spiritual authority, and how Jesus’ response reframes leadership for His disciples and for us. You’ll discover why Jesus silenced demons who proclaimed Him as Messiah, how His authority flowed from relationship rather than position, and why power always serves mission—not platform.
This conversation will help you rethink leadership in a way that frees you from striving for influence and instead positions you to walk in Kingdom authority.
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* Visit MuddyBootsLeader.com* for Mark’s writings mentioned in this episode
Many leaders inherit thriving churches, movements, or teams—but quietly carry the crushing weight of “keeping it all going.”
In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack how spiritual fatherhood frees emerging leaders from simply managing legacy and empowers them to rediscover the first principles that birthed the work in the first place. They explore how Jesus modeled this through essence and execution, how anti-fragility is forged in the muddy realities of doing the work, and why success without first principles always collapses under its own weight.
If you’ve ever felt pressure to sustain momentum without knowing how it was built, this conversation will give you language, hope, and a clear path forward.
Visit MuddyBootsLeader.com for Mark’s writings mentioned in this episode
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Prepare for an Immersion Experience During UPNA Conference:* Details for the conference here - https://www.unreachedpeoples2025.com/
Feeling worn down in the grind of discipleship, church, work, or family life? In this episode, Dave and Mark get brutally honest about what it takes to keep going when fatigue, setbacks, and discouragement hit hard. They unpack Jesus’ parable of the soils in Mark 4 and show how resiliency is forged through the very trials that threaten to choke out our faith.
If you’ve ever wondered how to stay faithful for the long haul and actually see fruit multiply, this conversation will hit home.
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Prepare for an Immersion Experience During UPNA Conference:* Details for the conference here - https://www.unreachedpeoples2025.com/
Most disciple-making efforts stall out not because of lack of passion, but because leaders hit invisible barriers: confidence, competence, or both. In this episode of the H3X Podcast, Mark and Dave unpack why the model + assist phases of the training cycle are the key to overcoming those barriers and turning stuck moments into breakthrough growth. Rather than another polished workshop or theory-heavy training, you’ll hear how real-life immersion—seeing it done and practicing with support—translates vision into action.
Whether you’re launching a hub, equipping your team, or trying to take the next step personally, this conversation will show you how model + assist can move you forward with clarity, courage, and a plan you can actually use.
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Prepare for an Immersion Experience During UPNA Conference:* Details for the conference here - https://www.unreachedpeoples2025.com/
Discipleship isn’t just about passing on skills—it’s about discerning the art of when to lean in and when to step back. In this episode of the H3X Podcast, Dave and Mark unpack how Jesus modeled both high invitation and high challenge in his relationships, and how that shapes the way we develop leaders today.
You’ll hear stories of what it looks like to disciple leaders over multiple years, and why knowing when to stay close and when to step back is critical for multiplying disciples. By the end, you’ll walk away with practical insights on how to cultivate ownership and maturity in those you’re discipling.
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Prepare for an Immersion Experience During UPNA Conference:* Details for the conference here - https://www.unreachedpeoples2025.com/
What if multiplication in the Kingdom doesn’t look like efficiency but instead like deep, costly investment? In this episode of the H3X Podcast, Mark and Dave unpack the concept of precision harvesting: how Jesus filtered and invested in the few to see lasting multiplication. They explore why disciple making is inherently “inefficient” and why that’s actually the key to compounding growth over time.
You’ll walk away with a framework for discerning where you are in the process and how habits and rhythms like the three-thirds process can build movements from micro to macro.
Show Notes:
* Read the Sentergy article on Habits and Rhythms referenced in this episode: Habits and Rhythms: The Beating Heart of Movement
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Prepare for an Immersion Experience During UPNA Conference:* Details for the conference here - https://www.unreachedpeoples2025.com/
What if the fastest way to multiply leaders isn’t another training, but stepping inside an environment where it’s already happening? In this episode, we explore the biblical model in Acts 18–20 and how Paul, Priscilla, and Aquila’s habits and rhythms became the foundation for a multiplying hub.
You’ll hear why immersion—seeing it, experiencing it, and living it alongside others—can accelerate adoption far beyond classroom learning. We also share how you can experience this firsthand at the upcoming Unreached Peoples North America Conference in Oklahoma City.
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Prepare for an Immersion Experience During UPNA Conference:* Details for the conference here - https://www.unreachedpeoples2025.com/
What if your 9-to-5 wasn’t separate from your faith—but the very place God designed for worship and disciple-making? In this episode, Jason Cronkhite shares his transformative journey from corporate life to kingdom entrepreneurship, all through the lens of a single Hebrew word: Avodah—work, worship, and service as one. He unpacks how this redefinition of vocation reshapes company culture, client relationships, and everyday conversations at work. Whether you're a CEO, team leader, or solopreneur, this conversation will reframe your calling and equip you to build a business that multiplies discipleship.
Referenced in this episode:* The Hebrew word Avodah and its biblical usage (145x noun, 280x verb) * Beatenbo Homes’ culture of intentional discipleship * 1 Corinthians 3:8–9 as a grounding scripture for work-as-worship * CBMC and its role in Jason’s formation * The "TABB" Framework (Takeaway / Action / Benefit / Barrier) * Barriers to prayer and discipleship in the workplace * Jason’s coaching practices with Christian CEOs
In this episode of the H3X Podcast, Dave Miller and guest co-host Andy Befort sit down with Erin, a physician assistant living out a powerful co-vocational calling in Garden City, Kansas. With a heart for unreached people groups and a stethoscope in hand, Erin shares how prayer, perseverance, and practical love opened doors among her Somali neighbors. What began with failed cookie deliveries turned into years of deep relationships, neighborhood healing, and gospel storytelling. Her story is a testament to how the ordinary rhythms of work and life can be saturated with Kingdom purpose when rooted in identity, prayer, and obedience to Jesus.
🔑 Key Insights:
* Prayer precedes breakthrough: Erin’s faithful rhythm of weekly prayer ignited relationships in her Somali apartment complex, leading to years of spiritual engagement.
Mission is deeply local and deeply personal: Living among her neighbors allowed Erin to meet both physical and spiritual needs, often delivering babies by day and hosting tea by night.
Faith + Work Integration: Erin modeled and learned how to gently introduce prayer and gospel stories in medical settings, respecting patients while sowing spiritual seeds.
Redefining success: For Erin, success means obedience, not outcomes. The miracle is in the moment of sharing, not only in visible conversions.
Messy is meaningful: She affirms that everything real is messy, and ministry done well includes wrestling with boundaries, fatigue, and rejection—but it’s worth it.
Simple obedience multiplies: Erin emphasizes that you don’t need special training—just a commitment to go deeper with Jesus in your daily life and context.
When institutions crumble and anxiety runs high, most leaders reach for strategy and structure—but that’s not how God moves. In this episode, Mark and Dave make the case that tribe is the model—a trust-based, micro-to-macro way of life that reflects how Jesus and the early church scaled in turbulent times.
You’ll hear why movements never start with platforms, but always with people. If you're serious about lasting impact in a collapsing culture, this conversation will reset your instincts.
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Participate in the June 28, 2025 Bible Study: Zoom deep dive into the model of Priscilla and Aquila, facilitated by Dave. Get biblical clarity and shared DNA for multiplying gospel-centered communities. Join Signal Group for access.
* Prepare for an October Immersion Experience During UPNA Conference:* Details for the conference here - https://www.unreachedpeoples2025.com/
What if the biggest blockers to movement aren’t out there, but in you? In this raw and research-backed episode, Emmanuel Prinz unpacks What Actually Starts Movements by breaking down the spiritual and strategic shifts he calls "boosters" and "blockers" that, when addressed, make space for multiplication. You’ll learn why catalysts burn out, what really unlocks momentum, and how to evaluate your own bottlenecks. This isn’t theory—it’s field-tested clarity for anyone serious about breakthrough.
* Find out more: www.catalyticleadership.info.
* Read his latest book "What Actually Starts Movements" on Amazon.
* Check out his blog & podcast atwww.emanuelprinz.substack.com/about
* You can contact Emanuel directly: www.catalyticleadership.info/contact
What if you could experience multiplying disciples principles—not just hear about it? In this episode, we drop into an immersive disciple-making trip in South Florida, where young college students catch fire through firsthand gospel sharing and watching others lead boldly.
You’ll hear how real-time exposure to the M.A.W.L. model (Model, Assist, Watch, Launch) turns passive learners into multiplying leaders. If you're stuck in theory and craving transformation, this immersive story will jolt you forward.
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Participate in the June 28, 2025 Bible Study: Zoom deep dive into the model of Priscilla and Aquila, facilitated by Dave. Get biblical clarity and shared DNA for multiplying gospel-centered communities. Join Signal Group for access.
* Prepare for an October Immersion Experience:* Mark your calendar—details to come. Live shoulder-to-shoulder with others in a practical environment to accelerate reproducibility.
What does it really mean to lead like a spiritual father? In this episode, Mark and Dave unpack Paul’s blueprint for apostolic leadership—not as a flashy strategist, but as a scarred founder willing to build slow and love deep.
You'll hear why foundations matter, why founders must be misunderstood, and why the scars validate the message. If you’re vision is multiplying leaders, movements, or churches, this conversation reframes your role—and your costs.
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Participate in the June 28, 2025 Bible Study: Zoom deep dive into the model of Priscilla and Aquila, facilitated by Dave. Get biblical clarity and shared DNA for multiplying gospel-centered communities. Join Signal Group for access.
* Prepare for an October Immersion Experience:* Mark your calendar—details to come. Live shoulder-to-shoulder with others in a practical environment to accelerate reproducibility.
What does it really mean to be a founder—not in title, but in action? In this episode, we explore the gritty shift from managing someone else’s vision to embodying your own calling with clarity and cost.
True founders don't just help—they take ownership, live the DNA, and contribute out of who they are, not just what needs doing.
If you’re wrestling with your role or sensing it’s time to start something, this one’s for you.
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Participate in the June 28, 2025 Bible Study: Zoom deep dive into the model of Priscilla and Aquila, facilitated by Dave. Get biblical clarity and shared DNA for multiplying gospel-centered communities. Join Signal Group for access.
* Prepare for an October Immersion Experience:* Mark your calendar—details to come. Live shoulder-to-shoulder with others in a practical environment to accelerate reproducibility.
What if your discomfort with “church as usual” is actually a holy invitation? In this raw, unscripted episode, Neal Karsten tackles why decentralized ecclesiology is often misunderstood as “anarchy church”—when it’s actually a return to something deeply biblical and beautifully simple.
You'll hear stories of people detoxing from religion like it was addiction, and finding Jesus in living rooms, not on stages. It’s not chaos—it’s a call back to the roots.
What We Talk About:* Neal's journey from seminary pastor to living room church planter * Why decentralized ecclesiology is often mistaken for chaos * Key differences between centralized and decentralized church structures * Detoxing from “religion as performance” and re-learning spiritual identity * The importance of modeling simple church and citywide networks * How early adopters can bridge the gap for the hesitant middle majority * Why spiritual movements must deal with root issues, not just rebrand
Resources Mentioned:* Pastor to Pioneer – Helping church leaders transition into movement work * Lampstands – A prophetic voice for the discontent in traditional church systems
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Participate in the June 28, 2025 Bible Study: Zoom deep dive into the model of Priscilla and Aquila, facilitated by Dave. Get biblical clarity and shared DNA for multiplying gospel-centered communities. Join Signal Group for access.
* Prepare for an October Immersion Experience:* Mark your calendar—details to come. Live shoulder-to-shoulder with others in a practical environment to accelerate reproducibility.
What if the key to long-term fruit in hard places isn’t strategy, but surrender? In this episode, we unpack raw lessons from a movement leader just back from South Asia after four intense years of frontline work. You'll hear what insiders need most from outsiders—and the surprising mistake most cross-cultural workers make. Whether you're leading at home or abroad, this one will reshape how you think about partnership, pace, and power.
Show Notes & Topics:* Insider-outsider dynamics in multiplying movements * Filtering tools through culture and obedience * Avoiding imported models and owning vision locally * Micro-faithfulness over macro-movements * Family rhythms, food on the table, and faithfulness in the mundane
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Participate in the June 28, 2025 Bible Study: Zoom deep dive into the model of Priscilla and Aquila, facilitated by Dave. Get biblical clarity and shared DNA for multiplying gospel-centered communities. Join Signal Group for access.
* Prepare for an October Immersion Experience:* Mark your calendar—details to come. Live shoulder-to-shoulder with others in a practical environment to accelerate reproducibility.
Most leaders don't have a time problem — they have a margin problem. In this episode, Dave Miller dives deep into how covocational disciple-makers can design their lives around what truly matters. If you’ve ever felt crushed by overcommitment or unsure how to balance business and ministry, this conversation offers a simple, replicable framework that leads to clarity and freedom. Discover the surprising reason most people stay stuck and how to reclaim your schedule for both kingdom impact and personal joy.
Making Moments Matter Resources on Evernote
Show Notes:In this episode, we cover:
* Why margin is essential for both crisis and kingdom opportunities
* The "yes list" and how it replaces the unrealistic "no list"
* How to build a habit-based ideal week
* Four “margin bombs” that will wreck your rhythm: overcommitment, procrastination, lack of communication, and indecision
* How to multiply your efforts through prayer, training others, and invitation
* Practical ways to overlap priorities for multiplicational living
Covo Multipliers:
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Participate in the June 28, 2025 Bible Study: Zoom deep dive into the model of Priscilla and Aquila, facilitated by Dave. Get biblical clarity and shared DNA for multiplying gospel-centered communities. Join Signal Group for access.
* Prepare for an October Immersion Experience:* Mark your calendar—details to come. Live shoulder-to-shoulder with others in a practical environment to accelerate reproducibility.
What do ancient prophets, co-vocational ministry, and your personal faith journey have in common? In this episode, Mark and Dave unpack the powerful biblical pattern found in Elijah and Elisha's lives — and how it still speaks directly to seasons of fear, faith, and stewardship today. Through raw stories of financial struggle, miraculous provision, and modern-day application, they explore what it really means to trust God deeply in transition.
If you're feeling stretched, called into the unknown, or wrestling with scarcity vs. abundance, this episode will leave you both challenged and deeply encouraged.
SHOW NOTES
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Participate in the June 28, 2025 Bible Study: Zoom deep dive into the model of Priscilla and Aquila, facilitated by Dave. Get biblical clarity and shared DNA for multiplying gospel-centered communities. Join Signal Group for access.
* Prepare for an October Immersion Experience:* Mark your calendar—details to come. Live shoulder-to-shoulder with others in a practical environment to accelerate reproducibility.
In this episode of H3X, we unpack the surprising shift in the Book of Acts that spotlights Priscilla and Aquila—not Paul—as the model of co-vocational, disciple-making leadership. You'll hear how this couple embodies a sustainable, reproducible lifestyle of mission that integrates faith, work, and home. Learn why their story isn’t just biblical history—it’s a blueprint for today’s leaders. We challenge you to reimagine your role in God's mission through the lens of a tentmaker's table and a living room church.
SHOW NOTES
Join the Signal Group: To connect with others living the co-vocational lifestyle, share wins/challenges, and get early access to event updates: https://forms.gle/TWB6kGRQWdpgbvFu8
* Participate in the June 28, 2025 Bible Study: Zoom deep dive into the model of Priscilla and Aquila, facilitated by Dave. Get biblical clarity and shared DNA for multiplying gospel-centered communities. Join Signal Group for access.
* Prepare for an October Immersion Experience:* Mark your calendar—details to come. Live shoulder-to-shoulder with others in a practical environment to accelerate reproducibility.
Is God trying to humiliate you—or is He humbling you for something greater? In this deeply reflective episode, Mark and Dave unpack the distorted view many leaders have of God as a harsh corrector rather than a loving Father. Through the lens of 1 Corinthians and the life of David, they explore how God builds us up rather than breaks us down. This conversation will challenge your assumptions, reframe your relationship with God, and offer hope for your growth—even in failure.
Is your leadership building a movement or just drawing a crowd? In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack how clarity fuels multiplication, not just addition. They challenge vague leadership models and offer practical ways to shape disciple-making leaders who carry DNA, not just titles. If you’ve ever felt tension between wanting commitment and fearing the cost of clarity—this one will hit home.
In this episode of the H3X Podcast, Dave Miller dives into the unexpected but essential connection between reading and leadership. Dave shares his personal journey from a reluctant reader to an avid one, inspired by a mentor whose love of books transformed his leadership style. Discover how reading can supercharge your ability to build authentic relationships, think critically, and solve problems creatively. Dave unpacks practical tips for increasing reading speed and comprehension, highlights the impact of cross-pollinating ideas, and emphasizes the importance of integrating Bible reading alongside other books. Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just getting started, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to grow as a leader.
Roger Shull takes us on a raw, unfiltered journey of disciple-making—from college dorms to fourth-generation churches across Raleigh. He shares the messy, Spirit-led process of multiplication, where broken people find Jesus and unexpected leaders emerge.
Through setbacks, burnout, and failures, Roger uncovers how simple obedience, friendship, and the power of "milk not meat" transformed his approach.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or unsure what’s actually working in multiplying movements in North America, this episode is a helpful deep dive into faithfulness in action.
Ever wondered how chaos and clarity can coexist to forge exceptional leaders? In this insightful episode of the pod, we dive into the tension between streamlined efficiency and wild innovation, revealing how both are vital to spark multiplying movements.
Discover why embracing the mess might just be the secret to breaking barriers and why too much order could stall your progress. Tune in to unlock practical insights that could transform your leadership approach and propel you toward lasting impact.
Ever wonder why your carefully crafted ministry strategy might be missing the mark?
In this solo episode of the H3X podcast, Mark unpacks a fresh insight from a problem-solving retreat, diving into Jesus’ encounter at the well in John 4 to reveal the tension between strategy and prophetic flexibility.
Discover how blending a reproducible apostolic process with an openness to God’s unexpected interruptions can unlock a harvest you never saw coming. Tune in to learn how this balance can transform your leadership and sustain kingdom movements for generations.
Show Notes
In this episode, Mark reflects on insights from a recent retreat with Guy and Kelli Caskey in Queens, exploring the interplay of prophecy and strategy in ministry. Items referenced include:
* John 4 (Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well)
* Proverbs 29:18 (reinterpreting vision as prophetic revelation)
* Acts 16 (Paul’s redirection to Macedonia)
* Ephesians 2:20 (foundation of apostles and prophets)
* Previous H3X episode with Guy Caskey on starting, strengthening, and sustaining
* Concepts like "persons of peace" (Luke 10) and apostolic/prophetic foundations
In this episode of the H3X podcast, hosts Mark Goering and Dave Miller dive deep into the critical leadership skill of vision casting. They explore why some leaders naturally articulate vision while others struggle, and how all leaders can improve their ability to cast vision effectively. The discussion covers the importance of pairing vision with core values, maintaining clarity in communication, and ensuring alignment within a team or community.The hosts break down the three key functions of vision casting:
1. Alignment – Clearly articulating shared values to unify a group.
2. Realignment – Addressing mission drift and reinforcing the original purpose.
3. Reminder – Keeping the vision alive through consistent reinforcement.
Mark and Dave also highlight how effective vision casting fosters relationships, invites contribution, and builds sustainable, value-driven communities. Whether leading a small group or a large movement, mastering this skill is essential for inspiring action and maintaining focus.Tune in to learn practical tools and strategies for becoming a more effective vision caster in your leadership journey.
In this episode we hear the role of collaboration in reaching San Antonio. Jason, John and Bryan in San Antonio share stories of leaders, traditional churches, and everyday believers working together to engage the lost.
From college campuses to workplaces and neighborhoods, they’re building partnerships that break down silos and unleash gospel engagment beyond the church walls.
What is the long-term commitment required for effective church multiplication and disciple-making? In this episode we discuss the importance of setting realistic expectations for a big enough vision that it will span decades.
We look at the significance of consistent, persistent work in achieving substantial outcomes. The episode emphasizes the necessity of living in the moment and celebrating small victories, crucial for sustaining motivation over extended periods.
SHOW NOTES
Reaching Muslims in Berlin Through Word & Spirit with David Campbell: https://bit.ly/3QCwPmd
* The Power of Small Wins*: How to Transform Highs into Habits: https://bit.ly/4idv76T
What if the key to the next step in reaching an unreached people group was unlocked in one conversation? Mark Goering, Kyle Pierson, Bud Houston, and Will Smith share how the Unreached Peoples North America Summit is fueling collaboration and sparking breakthrough strategies to get unstuck. Discover how open space technology conversations are driving real action and transforming how we reach the nations next door. This is more than a conference—it’s a chance to move the work forward that you don’t want to miss.
Learn more about the Unreached Peoples North America Summit (SEPTEMBER 25-27, 2025): https://www.unreachedpeoples2025.com/
What happens when a leader wrestles with the Word of God in community and puts it into practice? In this episode, Andy shares how digging deep into Scripture with others shaped his vision for making disciples, the struggles he faced, and the breakthroughs that followed. You'll hear firsthand what it takes to move from uncertainty to multiplication—through real conversations, biblical wrestling, and simple obedience.
If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to practice the model of Jesus in the Gospels within a community of practice, this conversation will challenge and equip you to take your next step.
Save the Date for the next Unreached Peoples North America Conference this SEPTEMBER 25-27, 2025: http://www.unreachedpeoples2025.com/
Leadership isn't just about vision—it’s about navigating the messy middle between God’s intentions and the reality on the ground. In this episode, we unpack the biblical pattern of covenant obedience and disruption, exploring how Noah and Abraham’s choices shaped generations. What small decisions in your leadership are setting future trajectories—toward fruitfulness or failure? Join us as we wrestle with the weight of character, wisdom, and the everyday moments that define the leaders we become.
Are you relying on great content to drive transformation, only to cycle through content without seeing change? In this episode, we unpack the critical difference between content and systems and reveal why even the best content will fail without the right framework. You’ll hear practical insights on building processes that lead to real growth and multiplying leaders who thrive. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation that could revolutionize how you approach leadership and discipleship!
How do we raise up leaders in the Kingdom who don't just follow but multiply disciples? In this episode, we explore the transformative power of community in building leadership pipelines that last. Discover why 'go slow to go fast' isn't just a saying—it’s the key to multiplication without compromise. Tune in for actionable insights to shape leaders with the head, heart, and hands to impact the Kingdom for generations.
In this thought-provoking episode with Guy Caskey, listeners are taken on a deep dive into the dynamics of apostolic leadership and church sustainability. Guy illuminates the challenges and necessary strategies for nurturing leadership that can carry on transformative work across generations. Discover the essential balance between multiplying efforts and sustaining growth, as Caskey explores how to close the 'apostolic loop' effectively. Tune in for an enriching session that promises to redefine your understanding of leadership, commitment, and success in the missionary field.
Show Notes and Resources
Visual of the SSS: https://bit.ly/start-strengthen-sustain
In this episode, we dive into the power of repetition and why it's the key to lasting success in 2025. We explore how consistent reps of simple habits can lead to profound breakthroughs in discipleship, leadership, and ministry.
If you're looking for practical ways to stay focused and make steady progress toward your goals, this conversation will help you reframe the mundane into a powerful rhythm for growth. Tune in to discover how repetition can drive long-term impact, transform your mindset, and keep you moving forward in your mission.
As 2025 approaches, this episode dives into how leaders can overcome distractions and leverage the principle of "sowing and reaping" to serve Jesus in Kingdom impact. Mark and Dave explore the tension between responsibilities (what we control) and opportunities (what we respond to) while addressing common pitfalls like FOMO and the lack of focus.
They unpack practical tools like the 80/20 rule and the importance of identifying key actions for multiplying disciples and churches. With insights from Galatians 6 and real-world strategies for setting measurable goals, the discussion equips listeners to steward their influence effectively.
Tune in to learn how to cut through the noise and align your efforts with God's plan for exponential growth in the coming year.
Start Here for High Value Activities Goal Setting: https://bit.ly/4gsJiV6
In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked investment phase of leadership development and why it’s critical for creating leaders who can sustain and multiply Kingdom impact. Discover how navigating failure, building character, and redirecting raw initiative transform emerging leaders into trustworthy ones.
Learn practical insights and biblical patterns to strengthen your leadership pipeline and avoid the pitfalls of rushing to scale too quickly.
It's a crucial question: what makes leadership truly effective? Dave and Mark explore how leadership goes beyond influence, diving into the importance of character development, relational proximity, and the messy, transformative work of mentoring.
Through examples from the life of Jesus, they reveal how addressing heart issues shapes leaders who can stand the test of time—so, what does it take to lead with both skill and virtue? Tune in to find out.
What sets a true leader apart? In this episode, we dive deep into the Apostle Paul's emphasis on diligence as a defining characteristic of trustworthy leadership, exploring examples from 2 Corinthians and Romans.
Discover why small acts of faithfulness are the proving grounds for greater responsibility and how a "yes" that stays yes reveals the heart of a tested leader.
Join us as we unpack practical steps to recognize and develop leaders who thrive under pressure and steward their calling with integrity.
Let's explore a fascinating tension in Paul's ministry at Ephesus, where slowing down to invest deeply in a few leaders actually accelerated the spread of the gospel throughout Asia Minor.
Through conversations about passages like this, along with discipleship, and the pattern of Jesus, hosts Mark and Dave wrestle with how modern ministry leaders can balance the pressure for rapid expansion with the patient work of developing mature disciples.
They unpack why "taking as long as it takes" to develop leaders might be the counter-intuitive key to sustainable movement growth.
What if the Kingdom of God doesn’t allow for plateaus? In this episode, we explore what it means to follow Jesus without settling — even when the path is unclear and others question your choices. From Jesus’ radical mission to John the Baptist’s moments of doubt, we discuss how to embrace faith, risk, and obedience, and why the Kingdom calls us to keep moving forward.
In this episode, we explore how to transform fleeting bursts of motivation into lasting, life-changing habits. What if the secret to sustainable growth lies not in the big highs but in the small, consistent steps? Join us as we dive into practical ways to find joy in the process and unlock the power of long-term impact.
💻 Save your seat for our FREE Online Four Fields Training on Zoom – Discover proven Biblical strategies for disciple-making and church planting: https://bit.ly/3Mbw8hA
Dave unpacks the challenges faced by the multiplying church in Oklahoma City, particularly dealing with false prophets and heresies that threatened to disrupt the work. He explains the need for a doctrinal statement to help mature believers and protect the community from wolves.
By engaging the entire network in crafting these statements, he and other leaders aimed to strengthen the theological foundation, ensuring that leaders can defend against future threats while continuing to multiply disciples, leaders, and churches.
💻 Save your seat for our FREE Online Four Fields Training on Zoom – Discover proven Biblical strategies for disciple-making and church planting: https://bit.ly/3Mbw8hA
In this episode Mark and Dave discuss moving beyond transactional mission trips to deeper city-to-city and church-to-church collaboration.
Mark shares his experience in New York City, emphasizing the importance of the right partnerships to grow the Kingdom from the ground up. They explore how collaboration between cities like Oklahoma City and New York can accelerate disciple-making, leadership development, and church planting by focusing on shared vision, teamwork, and ongoing connection, rather than one-time events.
💻 Save your seat for our FREE Online Four Fields Training on Zoom – Discover proven Biblical strategies for disciple-making and church planting: https://bit.ly/3Mbw8hA
A dive into the concept of the harvest as both a great equalizer and a great reset in church multiplication.
Dave and Mark discuss how the harvest forces leaders to refine their skills and reset their understanding, while staying focused on the mission of making disciples. They share transparent stories of success and failure in church planting, highlighting the importance of the harvest as the reset button for church DNA and health.
As the conversation progresses, they emphasize that the best leaders grow by constantly returning to the harvest, fostering a multiplying movement that extends beyond their own influence.
💻 Save your seat for our FREE Online Four Fields Training on Zoom – Discover proven Biblical strategies for disciple-making and church planting: https://bit.ly/3Mbw8hA
Mark shares about a new podcast launch called Multiplier Mandate. In this episode, Carter shares his powerful journey from wrestling with life's idols to discovering a biblical, multiplying movement that flipped his understanding of discipleship upside down.
Dive into the barriers many believers face—settling for good but secondary visions and lacking clear, practical pathways to make disciples like Jesus.
Hear how Carter’s encounter with God’s mission from Genesis to Revelation and the simple, reproducible tools transformed his ministry, and learn why many passionate disciple-makers are stuck and how they can break free.
SHOW NOTES
Listen to the Multiplier Mandate Podcast: https://multipliermandate.com/
💥 How Great Leaders Inspire Action by Simon Sinek: view on YouTube
💻 Save your seat for our FREE Online Four Fields Training on Zoom – Discover proven Biblical strategies for disciple-making and church planting: https://bit.ly/3Mbw8hA
Dave and Mark are joined by Chris Lynch, who shares his insights on the importance of creed and confession within a decentralized network like No Place Left.
They discuss the challenges of maintaining clarity and unity in a movement with diverse leaders and beliefs, emphasizing the need for cooperation and dialogue to keep the mission of multiplying disciples and churches on track.
Chris, Mark, and Dave explore how clear confessions can guide leaders, foster collaboration, and ensure alignment with the mission of God.
In this episode of the H3X podcast, we dive deep into the essential "minimums" required for effective leadership in a multiplying church.
Join us as we explore the critical DNA tools that ignite and sustain multiplication, drawing insights from both scripture and best practice modules.
Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this episode will challenge and equip you to lead with clarity and purpose in advancing God's mission.
The Genesis to Revelation Bible Study: https://bit.ly/3AO1IiX. [Read the passages and learn the extent of God's mission and who He uses to accomplish it.]
💻 Save your seat for our FREE Online Four Fields Training on Zoom – Discover proven Biblical strategies for disciple-making and church planting: https://bit.ly/3Mbw8hA
In this episode, Dave and Mark dive into the book of Zechariah, exploring its relevance to the current challenges of church planting and disciple making in a rapidly changing culture.
They discuss the parallels between the post-exilic Israelites and today's church, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness, hope, and not despising small beginnings.
The conversation centers on how to stay grounded in God's promises while navigating the complexities of modern ministry.
SHOW NOTES
Download the FREE Four Fields of Kingdom Growth Action Guide and get actionable keys to multiplying disciples, leaders, and churches today: https://bit.ly/4cwrnda
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In this episode, Mark explores a study through the gospels into how Jesus catalyzed a movement through His intentional leadership development using the M.A.W.L. framework—Model, Assist, Watch, and Leave.
We delve into key moments from His ministry, where He identified and equipped leaders, guiding them through opposition and preparing them to carry on the mission independently. Discover practical applications for modern catalysts seeking to follow Jesus's example in raising up new leaders.
The Catalyst Bible Study: https://docs.google.com/document/d/158RQu6sekw9iRAz3-hgXWMADtY1FWuAPR33iK4Pv314/edit?usp=sharing
In this episode of the H3X podcast, hosts Mark Goering and Dave Miller dive into the often-overlooked but crucial conversation about the roles of generalists and specialists within teams, especially in the context of church planting and mission work. Recorded in a lively coffee shop in Oklahoma City, the discussion explores the cultural tendency to celebrate specialists while underscoring the importance of generalists who excel at problem-solving and connecting the dots. The episode addresses the challenges of balancing these roles, the necessity of community, and the importance of embracing both efficiency and effectiveness. Through practical examples and personal insights, Mark and Dave highlight how a generalist approach, complemented by specialist expertise, can drive collaboration, innovation, and success in fulfilling the Great Commission.
Let's talk about the training cycle for raising up multiplying leaders, focusing on the controversial "L" in the Model, Assist, Watch, and Leave/Launch (MAWL) framework.
This episode emphasizes the importance of strategic absence to help new leaders grow and take ownership of their skills, drawing on examples from Jesus' ministry and practical leadership strategies like the One-Minute Manager.
The conversation highlights that leaving or launching leaders is crucial for their development and the multiplication of the kingdom, ultimately leading to stronger, more independent leaders who can carry the mission forward.
Mark and Dave face the realities of starting in a new work where getting leaders onboard is everything and also the most difficult part of the work. They share from their own journey and 3 elements the leaders God will bring must have in order to see the work go from 0 to 1 in the early stages.
In this episode, Dave and Mark discuss creating effective learning environments to grow disciples and leaders. They emphasize the importance of integrating various learning styles, including hands-on experience and interactive training.
They highlight the need for problem-solving environments, real-time feedback, and personal mentorship to develop well-rounded leaders.
Balancing structured pathways with intuitive mentorship is crucial for holistic growth in leadership development.
This episode explores J. Robert Clinton's book, "The Making of a Leader," which outlines nine stages of leadership growth.
From family influence and childhood experiences to education and emerging leadership, discover how God forms leaders. Learn how to recognize your current stage, understand God's work in your life, and respond effectively to become the leader God intends you to be.
In this episode of the H3X podcast, Dave Miller reflects on the No Place Left North American Summit, emphasizing the importance of fellowship in avoiding burnout. Dave highlights lessons from Ecclesiastes, advocating for a balanced life that includes enjoying simple pleasures and building relationships. The episode draws parallels to Jesus' life, showing that slowing down and connecting with others are essential for long-term mission sustainability. By integrating joy and rest, listeners can maintain their passion and effectiveness in spreading the gospel without burning out. Tune in for valuable insights on finding balance in mission work.
In this episode we discuss the role of wisdom in leadership, emphasizing the importance of focusing on controllables and leaving the rest to God. Dave and Mark explore the mystery of God's work in the parable of the sower, highlighting the need for faithful stewardship and community contribution. The conversation underscores the challenge of navigating individualism and the necessity of biblical wisdom and communal effort in fulfilling God's promises.
Guy and Kelli Caskey share what it has looked like in Houston to see multiplication from micro to macro. From systems to culture and everything in between, they unpack the HOW behind the fruitful multiplication God has birthed in Houston over the last few decades.
Reference Images Mentioned: https://bit.ly/4eAj9mO
In this episode, Dave and Mark challenge conventional views of strategy, emphasizing a partnership with God's ongoing work rather than executing rigid, human-made plans. Listen in as they discuss the importance of aligning with God's design and recognizing the spiritual patterns revealed in Scripture to effectively participate in His mission.
Guy and Kelly Caskey join to unpack the importance of redeeming time, creating hubs for collaboration, and being Spirit-led in urban discipleship efforts in Houston. The Caskeys share their experiences of engaging people where they are, transforming lives through relational ministry, and the significance of long-term commitment. Listeners will gain insights into practical strategies for multiplying churches, fostering city-wide discipleship, and ensuring a Holy Spirit-led approach.
In this episode we explore the concept of "failing forward" in church leadership. Dave and Mark discuss the importance of balancing academic knowledge with hands-on experience and learning from mistakes. Emphasizing that true growth comes from taking action, they encourage listeners to embrace a continual learning posture.
Time to delve into the "bucket and drip" training methods for disciple-making and church planting. This episode explores how intensive bucket trainings create a vibrant community atmosphere, while ongoing drip trainings offer personalized, practical support to maintain momentum. Join Mark and Dave as they unpack strategies to connect macro and micro efforts, ensuring robust and sustainable multiplication in movements.
In this episode we discuss the concept of "doing the next right thing" in ministry, emphasizing grit, faithfulness, and the power of gospel-centered witness. Learn how strategic prayer, cross-pollination among laborers, and unwavering commitment to Jesus can help overcome challenges in reaching the diaspora and building the multiplying church.
In this episode Dave and Mark explore the role of AI tools in the growth and leadership of multiplying churches. They share how AI can be used to find reliable sources, solve problems, and enhance discussions. Tune in as they discuss how AI can serve as a resource for movement leadership while addressing potential risks and maintaining a relational approach.
Perplexity Search Example: https://www.perplexity.ai/search/What-are-the-JvQWwJv3TGKirV963.POZA
A look into the intriguing concept of "urban rebar," exploring its potential to redefine mission strategies within urban settings.
Dave and Mark discuss how viewing cities as networks of interconnected people groups—much like the reinforcing bars in concrete—can enhance our understanding of urban evangelism.
By examining the cross-sections of society, they aim to identify new pathways for the gospel to permeate diverse urban landscapes, advocating for both a focused and holistic approach to disciple-making in complex city environments.
Dave Miller and Nathan Elliott explore situational leadership in developing church leaders. They delve into the model's four main situations, stressing the importance of adapting leadership styles to meet individuals' needs. The discussion underscores the value of grit, resilience, and community-focused leadership in fostering effective leaders.
In this podcast episode, Tim Hutchinson and Jordan Giusti discuss their experiences and insights from engaging in disciple-making and church planting efforts in the Los Angeles area, particularly focusing on the vibrant and diverse community of Little Saigon among the Vietnamese population.
They share encouraging stories about local and international impacts, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among local laborers and the broader Christian community to address the immense spiritual needs in Southern California.
The conversation also highlights how their ministry strategies are informed by and integrated with biblical principles, aiming to foster a broader participation in the Gospel and spiritual growth across various unreached groups in the region.
This episode takes a look into the heart of leadership in today's consumer culture, offering insights and strategies to foster resilience, grit, and grace among church leaders. Dave and Mark talk about how to navigate entitlement mentalities, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and adaptability in the pursuit of impactful leadership.
Trust IS the leadership currency. Things don't trust, but people do. If you don't have credibility, you can't lead people. Your character, reputation, and credibility are everything when building trust. Do others follow you when there is no manual to tell you what to do? Here is how to move from management of things to dynamic leadership of people.
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This episode delves into the concept of the pendulum swing between micro and macro approaches in church leadership, emphasizing the need for constant momentum rather than static balance. Jesus exemplified this dynamic by shifting between micro-level engagement and macro-level impact, calling each of us to steward momentum and navigate identity, success definitions, and relationship dynamics amidst the swings.
Change your current leadership results. Problem solving and decision making are core activities of effective leadership. You can increase your leadership capacity through brilliance in the basics, because the trajectory builds your foundational memory. When that foundational memory becomes second nature, your capacity for crucial problem solving and decision making makes you a greater capacity leader.
In this episode:
* Working Memory and Long-term memory
* The value of small repeated behaviors
* Que, craving, response, reward
* Values-based decision making
* The role of adversity, friction. and accountability
* Changing your current trajectory and current result
"There are two kinds of tasks in our life and work: habits, which we can perform without much thought and require minimal attentional space, and complex tasks, which can be done well only with dedicated focus. ...the number of habitual tasks we can fit into our attentional space is much higher than the number of demanding ones." - Hyper Focus by Chris Bailey
Mark and Dave discuss the importance of moving beyond compartmentalization to achieve both micro and macro growth, emphasizing practical application and collaboration. Using examples from the Gospels, they highlight the necessity of adopting an abundance mindset and the power of teamwork in the context of church multiplication, urging listeners to focus on the collective mission rather than individual roles or territories.
In this episode, Mark discusses the importance of going deep to reach wide in New York City's mission for kingdom growth. Joined by Dave, they explore how prioritizing depth lays the groundwork for broad impact, sharing practical insights on effective discipleship in the city's diverse landscape.
If I walk into an organization and notice the trash cans are empty, I know this organization understands basic ownership and shared responsibility. Collective Basics are everything. Join Nate and Dave as we talk through the role of ownership and discipline at the personal level for leadership impact.
Join Dave and his wife Ann Miller for a peak behind how she makes the world keep turning while being married to a church planter. 23 years together means they offer some good laughs and a little bit of sage advice for wives and husbands pursuing #NoPlaceLeft together.
Major General James N Mattis described his vision of success this way, "Mastery of the basics was all it would take to whip anybody." What is the crucial role of core competency habits as the active pathway to maturity? Join the discussion as Nate and Dave talk about becoming catalytic leaders of conviction, character, and action that last.
Chuck Wood leads a discussion into the dynamic interplay of personal growth and broader mission impact, reflecting on Jesus's approach to mentorship and mission, emphasizing the power of multiplication through focused discipleship.
The episode delves into Jesus's strategy of balancing muddy boots leadership and mentorship with expansive mission work, illustrating the critical role of micro actions in achieving macro objectives in stewarding the Great Commission.
Nathan Elliot joins Dave Miller to kick off a new segment on H3X. Leadership with Nate and Dave will release each Thursday. They will discuss catylizng leaders of conviction, character, and action that last. This first episode introduces Nathan and gives sneak peak at what is ahead.
In this episode, Dave and Mark explore the powerful concepts from Malcolm Gladwell's "Tipping Point" and their application to spreading the movement of church multiplication.
They discuss the crucial roles of connectors, mavens, and salesmen in achieving a tipping point within the context of church growth and disciple making.
The conversation highlights the importance of leveraging these roles to foster viral ideas and the multiplication of churches, emphasizing the collective effort and mutual submission required to see significant impact in reaching unreached peoples in North America.
Dave and Mark delve into the tension between engaging in individual discipleship and maintaining a broader vision for "What's it going to take?" endvision. They emphasize the necessity of operating in both micro and macro to effectively multiply disciples, leaders, and churches.
The conversation highlights practical ways leaders can navigate this tension, fostering a mindset of multiplication rooted in deep faith and reliance on God to achieve their mission.
In this episode, Mark and Dave dive deep into the practical application of their three-part strategy for multiplying churches and disciples they shared for 2024.
Mark shares the model of a "Lost and Found Party," a unique outreach tool employed in Queens, NYC, demonstrating how hospitality and intentional conversations can lead to gospel engagement and identifying persons of peace.
Listeners will learn about the importance of modeling and assisting in strategy execution, with real-world examples that inspire and equip for effective disciple-making in any context.
The Conversation Quadrant helps navigate from casual to spiritual conversations, comprising four stages: Casual, Meaningful, Spiritual, and Discovery.
* Quadrant 1: Casual Start Light: Begin with general, easy topics like interests, hobbies, or observations to build comfort and rapport. Ask questions that open up more meaningful conversation.
* Quadrant 2: Meaningful Go Deeper: Ask questions to shift towards more personal subjects, such as family, aspirations, or challenges. Listen actively and empathetically.
* Quadrant 3: Spiritual Bridge to Faith: Offer prayer, share a Bible story by heart, or share part of your personal testimony to bridge into the spiritual quadrant. Your goal is to demonstrate the kingdom and proclaim the kingdom by sharing the gospel using a tool like the 3 Circles.
* Quadrant 4: Discovery Explore Together: At the appropriate time, suggest exploring the Gospel or biblical truths together by reading the Bible. Offer to read a Bible story or discuss life’s big questions in light of Scripture.
In this episode Mark and Dave explore the challenging aspects of leadership, particularly the necessity of living "unliked" to achieve impactful change.
They discuss how effective leadership often involves tough decisions and truth-telling that may not be well-received, drawing parallels with historical figures like William Carey and Hudson Taylor.
The conversation also delves into personal experiences and the importance of having a clear vision and identity, highlighting that credibility and respect in leadership are earned through perseverance, even in the face of unpopularity.
Mark and Dave present a comprehensive strategy for church growth and leadership development, designed to help listeners identify their current phase and leadership.
The discussion covers church planting, leadership skills, and cross-pollination, offering a clear vision for the podcast's future direction and its focus on practical, actionable guidance. This episode serves as both a diagnostic tool and a roadmap, inspiring listeners to assess their progress and engage with the evolving journey of the podcast.
Show Notes and Resources
3 Part Strategy: https://bit.ly/3vCoPKN
In this episode, Dave and Mark delve into the vital connection between habits, goals, and effective leadership. They explore the importance of being proactive, discussing how starting with even the smallest steps can lead to significant progress in personal and kingdom impact growth. The episode offers insights into overcoming procrastination and setting up systems for success, emphasizing the importance of action in achieving leadership goals.
In this episode, Mark and Dave explore the art of staying focused in church leadership and planting. Get practical tips on setting milestones, overcoming distractions, and turning vision into action in 2024. Perfect for leaders and disciple-makers seeking impactful strategies in their ministry before the whirlwind of 2024 hits.
Show Notes and Resources
The 3:3:3 Tool: https://bit.ly/3S9I7QH
Mark and Dave discuss the importance of balancing urgency and longevity in Christian leadership, drawing insights from the parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25. They emphasize the necessity of being spiritually prepared and having a deep, personal relationship with Jesus to avoid burnout and ensure sustainable ministry. The conversation highlights the dangers of prioritizing tasks over intimacy with Christ, leading to potential leadership failures and a lack of genuine spiritual impact.
Mark and Dave discuss the origins and purpose of the H3X Podcast, focusing on the concept of a distributed network. They highlight the need to model leadership contributions and collaborate with a broader network. There are challenges and benefits of operating in a distributed network which they address, particularly in relation to the scalability required for the Great Commission: humility, patience, and the problem-solving necessary for this approach to function.
Your disciple making needs 3 things: Process, Community, and Responsibility.
In disciple making we are not only looking for followers of Jesus, but followers of Jesus who want to lead in the work of the Kingdom of Jesus. In this episode we discuss the need for a process of disciple making that creates environments of responsibility, rather than simply stopping at content retention.
Movement is simply more people learning to do simple affective habits. In the world of the head, heart, and hands of the multiplying church and her leaders, we will never move beyond the affective habit of seed sowing the gospel.
Start a habit. Track if that habit is affecting the change you expected. Adjust. Invite others to join you in that habit. Add time and you will affect movement.
In this podcast episode, Mark discusses the importance of tracking in order to assess progress towards the goal of reaching every place with the gospel. Tracking helps leaders assess how they are doing and develop a strategy for their context. We need to track the right things -- Mark mentions three key metrics he uses in his context: gospel shares, baptisms, and churches. These metrics help them determine if they are on target for the five parts of kingdom growth: entry, gospel, discipleship, church, and establishing leaders.
Where does an entire complex city interact? Where they live, work, and play. Join Mark and Dave as they discuss strategic value of intentional Kingdom focus where we all live, work and play to see gospel movement in our cities!
In this H3X episode, hosts Mark and Dave stress the importance of connecting each generation of leaders back to the Bible as the primary source of authority. They discuss the challenges of contextualizing the Gospel and the crucial role of Indigenous leadership in filling gaps in understanding diverse cultures. The conversation delves into the Wesleyan quadrilateral, emphasizing Scripture, tradition, reason, and experience, as a historical example of staying rooted in the word of God while remaining open to the Holy Spirit.
Mark and Dave discusses the importance of finding a balance between micro and macro approaches to working towards local ownership. Identifying high-value activities and the right rhythm for living in both worlds is crucial in making progress towards the desired outcome. They also emphasize the importance of managing one's own work and modeling and calling people down to the dirt of what they need to be in order to achieve local ownership.
Show Notes and Resources
👉Problem Solving Retreat Slide Deck: https://bit.ly/3Mvyclb
👉Saturday December 2, 2023, 9a-12p. Join us for a free 3 hour High Value Actions (HVAs) and Movement Phase Training. Bring clarity to the habits in your current season of life to gain traction in gospeling and disciple making.
Slides for Training: https://bit.ly/3Mvyclb
Location: 2950 W Britton Road Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (Tide Cleaners)
Register up here and get unstuck! https://forms.gle/H29KALEKeXrn8c2D9
Life is a balance. We need work, we need play, we need friends and family. Should you get to focused on one thing at the expense of the others, you may find success, but the pile of increasing failures in other areas will become a weight hung around your neck too great to carry. The key is moderation in everything, or as Mark and I like to say here on the H3X Podcast, the radical middle.
For access to the written article:
Forging Leaders in the Radical Middle
For access to the content of the October H3X Leadership Live:
2310 H3X Leadership Live
Mark and Dave discusses the role and process of identifying elders in the growth and health of a church. They argues that the appointment of elders is a necessary step for a church's survival, while emphasizing the strategic function of ambiguity in Acts 13-14. Mark and Dave share their personal experience and highlight the importance of recognizing individuals' natural ability to lead and provide direction, and end by encouraging churches to use specific tools and methods to identify healthy growth and sustainable development.
Show Notes and Resources
Mark's Eldering Plan:
1 - Elders emphasize and model relational before organizational
2 - Elders facilitate quarterly church wide health assessment and group goal setting
3 - Elders are identified as those who provide leadership generally but especially in leading the church in #1 and #2
👉 Church health assessment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yxw9CzlpaUw
👉 Elder Qualifications Tool: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXqLLh7bQbw
Kyle Pierson leads a discussion of the leadership principles found in the book "Turn the Ship Around!" a book all about how Captain Marquet transformed a struggling submarine crew by giving them more control and responsibility, instead of micromanaging. The book is a practical guide for leaders who want to empower their teams and foster a culture of ownership and innovation.
Show Notes and Resources
👉"Turn This Ship Around" Book: https://bit.ly/3PRIc9j
It was like a family reunion for aound seventy of us to come together with practitioners engaging in reaching the unreached in the diaspora of North America. We gathered in Kansas City and the time together led to some key takeaways for Mark and Dave. Hear our hot takes and some key practical learnings you can take and use in your City.
Listen in on the Saturday morning session from the Unreached Peoples North American Summit in Kansas City. We practiced our problem solving skills and critical thinking muscles as we wrestled through high value actions to take responsibility and move towards opportunities in the work among Diaspora in our cities.
Follow along or practice your own skills using the slides from this session:
UPNA 2023
Next Steps: Identify and Set Goals
The Iron on Iron is a helpful problem solving format for developing leaders that can think strategically and problem solve. It has many other side benefits in the ways that it connects leaders to the larger Biblical vision as well as building up networks with ownership of specific DNA and values. In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack the format itself and its collateral benefits.
Iron on Iron Format Graphic: bit.ly/3t56PHO
Jump in with us on the content from our September H3X Leadership Live in OKC! the 6 Demands of Success and Longsuffering.
Hard Work | Patience | Sacrifice | Consistency | Discipline | Faith
Read the articles on Sentergy.us
6 Demands of Success
Active Patience: Embracing Obstacles as the Path
Unreached Peoples North America Summit
September 28-30, 2023 | Kansas City, MO
More than another missions conference.
Get UNSTUCK and COLLABORATE.Together, we can see every person hear the gospel and a church for every people in North America.Connect and communicate with practitioners asking the same questions.Get help removing barriers to get you to the next step.
How a leader handles success determines if they will repeat it. In this episode, Dave and Mark further unpack the Muddy Boots leader and how they think about success.
Every single leader will face it. Every single leader will develop a response, but how we respond determines if we go the distance. This episode is about mourning and our critical need to learn to mourn if we are going to develop God's design to respond to life's challenges. The alternative is that we get taken out because of addiction or bitterness and don't finish the race. Time to lean in and learn how!
Leadership by its very nature is about making decisions to lead others in the midst of uncertainty. How do leaders do this and what happens as they do? In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack decision making and the implications of the blood, sweat, and tears that will come simply because people are involved.
"Look at Jesus to learn how to make disciples. Look at Paul to learn how to plant churches." The Book of Acts was clearly written as a model and not just a historical account. How should we faithfully read and apply it, then, in light of of the fact that the leaders modeling the methods in it were flawed, eg. Peter was a racist and Paul wasn't perfect. (Clickbait title, yes we know...but you'll want to hear this one)
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
"Local owners of the core missionary task" is a phrase we use a lot. That local ownership and the equipping for it happens in the context of church. In this episode, Dave and Mark re-examine methods and process we use to train disciples with that role of church in mind---listen for a few surprising nuggets that will make you stop and re-think.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
Jesus was a muddy boots leader that raised up an army from out of the harvest. His investment deeply into a few unfolded in a key stages: Identify, Equip, Invest, and Entrust. In the episode we look at the first chapter of the gospel of Mark to examine keys to unlock the strategy of Jesus and better understand how to follow His muddy boots leadership development.
Study Questions:
• Identify: What activities was Jesus doing to find potential leaders? What was His filter for who was qualified?
• Equip: How did Jesus equip His leaders for the ministry?
• Invest: How did Jesus invest into His leaders’ ongoing development?
• Entrust: When and how did Jesus entrust the Kingdom mission to His disciples?
Passages Studied:
• Mark 1:9
• Mark 1:14-15
• Mark 1:16-18
• Mark 1:21
• Mark 1:27-28
• Mark 1:29-34
• Mark 1:35-39
• Mark 3:13-15
• Acts 6:3-4
Jesus stewarded the breadth of a large Target in engaging Galilee while simultaneously the depth of cultivating movement leaders in the 12 disciples. How can we do the same? In this episode, we look at the tension between breadth and depth and what it means to practically steward both simultaneously.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
Crystal works as a dentist, lives among unreached people, and takes advantage of the time and focus of her season of singleness in OKC. Join us for an inspiring and honest interview from a muddy boots leader in OKC.
The culture in our World is deconstructing everything. Movements are emerging in many sectors that reject institutions and all they stand for.
However, the multiplying discipleship and church movements have a different message for institutional leaders. Let's talk about it.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
There is a tension between micro and macro for the stewardship role of the strategy coordinator. In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack the focus on the church planting multiplier and the role of our content and training pathway in developing them.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
Randy Thorman, a CoVo NoPlaceLeft church planter in Pryor, OK, joins Dave to discuss the importance of relying on our identity in Christ amid suffering and difficulties for longevity and consistency in leadership.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
What, to Whom, and Where something is communicated can make or break a team. In the movement world it's especially critical that we train and equip leaders in effective communication so we don't become the bottleneck to what God is doing. Listen as Dave and Mark unpack the role of communication systems and processes.
Is repentance a one time action or a pattern of the Christ follower? Dave joins Micah, a young leader in OKC, to talk about the core DNA of repentance and its necessity in the life of a multiplying kingdom leader.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
What is the engine room of a movement? In this part 2 interview with Steve Addison, he declares that it is the people of God committed to the core missionary task through the power of the Word and the Spirit. More gold nuggets from Steve's latest book, available now.
Show Notes and Resources
Get Steve's new book, "Acts and the Movement of God from Jerusalem to the Ends of the Earth" here: https://www.movements.net/acts
Steve Addison joins Dave and Mark to discuss his new book "Acts and the Movement of God from Jerusalem to the Ends of the Earth." Steve launches out from the idea of the gap between our experience and the movement of God described in Acts and how the book challenges every successive generation to participate in the movement of God.
The interview heats up as Steve challenges the Western ideal of social transformation and how it does not square with regions where people are persecuted for their faith. Instead, Steve highlights Luke's call to the core missionary task to multiplying disciples, leaders, and churches.
Show Notes and Resources
Get Steve's new book, "Acts and the Movement of God from Jerusalem to the Ends of the Earth" here: https://www.movements.net/acts
Bud Houston joins Mark in this episode to talk diaspora and his new podcast project that center around the 281 million people in the diaspora today. Each episode they hope to provide a clear picture of what is happening in the diaspora in North America and around the world. Let’s Talk Diaspora podcast is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of cross-cultural and diaspora missions and gain valuable and practical ways on how to get involved.
👉Let's Talk Diaspora Podcast links: https://bit.ly/41Xs1Mi
Muddy boots leaders move towards chaos and see their role as bringing direction to the chaos. Others want to learn from them because they coach and lead out of frontline experience. This type of leader can help others take the mountain for one simple reason...muddy boots leaders plant their flag somewhere.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
Stop recruiting leaders. Yes, you heard that correctly. Join Mark as he lays out why attracting leaders affects multiplication and 5 core principles to attract and invest in emerging leaders that are committed focused and consistent.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
Is there a place for preaching in movement methods? in this episode, Dave and Mark explore the function of the parts of our discipleship process. They look at the vision cast and Bible study parts of the 3/3 to unpack how leaders can lead in a way that propels discipleship.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
In this episode, Dave unpacks the contribution mindset needed to steward and pass off the apostolic work.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
What we call a "muddy boots leader" emerges from the work in the field and trains others out of experience and not just theory. In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack the concept of the muddy boots leader and how they are identified, developed, and the context in which they must be mentored.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
In this second episode with Stephen, we continue talking about prophecy and discipleship. Stephen shares his thoughts on how to approach training disciples in hearing God and what it will take for us to see more of it in our Western context.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
Dave and Mark interview church planting practitioner Stephen Castellow as he shares about his experience walking in healing and prophecy during, among other things, his job at Starbucks. Stay tuned for part 2 in which we continue the conversation around discipleship and the Spirit-led gifts of prophecy, healing, and deliverance.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
How has the sacred secular divide influenced how we live our faith? In this episode Dave discusses the impact of our Union with Christ on our disciple making where we live, work, and play and how the divided kingdoms in our hearts creates unnecessary barriers.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
In this episode, Mark and Dave share a tool for tracking engagement progress and unpack how we have used it in our contexts. Download the tool below and check out information on the upcoming Unreached Peoples Conference this September.
Show Notes and Resources
👉7 Phases of Engagement: https://bit.ly/3IHACdD
👉7 Phases Tracking Tool (Google Spreadsheet): https://bit.ly/3SUsLyp. Open on a desktop computer to use the tool. (Icons will not load correctly on a mobile phone version)
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
In a Western context with a lot of pragmatic thinking built into programatic church, some have pushed back by re-emphasizing disciple-making. The thinking has been: “If you make disciples, you’ll get church.” In this episode, Dave leads a conversation in unpacking the role of church, why it’s essential in our disciple-making process, and the need for tensions in our approach.
Show Notes and Resources
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
How do you get started in engaging and reaching a target people group? In this episode, Jane Behan shares her story of being called to reach Hindus, finding a massive concentration of Gujarati in the town she lives, and how she got started reaching them.
Show Notes and Resources
👉Get in Touch with Jane: jbehan@globalgates.info
👉Gujarati Resources: https://www.jesuswillsetusfree.net/
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3xpZH7V
👉Unreached Peoples Conference (Sept 28-30). Learn more at https://www.unreachedpeoples2023.com/
NPL, CPM, DMM... what's the difference and how can you navigate relating to a tribe you're not in? In this episode, Dave and Mark dive into the hot topic of movement acronyms and orgs and bring a lot of perspective and a little clarity to the subject. Listen as we share our stories and even a few definitions. Hope it helps.
Show Notes:
👉Garrison on CPM: https://bit.ly/3YkZGgY
👉Watson on DMM: https://bit.ly/3HUiY7e
👉Learning Curve Graph: https://bit.ly/3X0PCIE
God used David and Keri Campbell to catalyze work among Muslims in Berlin. In this episode, David shares about how God worked by way of Word and Spirit and through their obedience to see new work catalyzed. He goes on to share what success looked like in their time there and how he heard from God when the time came to exit Berlin.
👉Connect with David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david_campbell_71/
God took David and Keri Campbell on a journey of broad seed sowing that led to a demonstration of the gospel through healing. Ultimately, it led them to Berlin where God used them to catalyze work among Muslims. In this episode, David shares about the field and unpacks how God changed their thinking on healing and prophecy.
👉Connect with David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david_campbell_71/
For more than 20 years, Guy Caskey has been instrumental in catalyzing movement in Houston and around the World. In this episode, he unpacks the systems that have been effective at multiplying disciples and networks across the Houston area that have invaded passions, peoples, places, and professions to ignite new movements of the gospel.
Show Notes and Resources
👉City2City Immersion Weekend with Guy Caskey: https://2414northamerica.net/events/ (watch for the next opportunity on the 2414 website)
👉Book: Making Him L.O.R.D. by Guy Caskey: https://amzn.to/3XwZfQo
Without community we can either go off the deep end and become a lone wolf or lack the affirmation needed to keep us on track with Jesus. In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack the role of community in course correcting the errors in our thinking and spotting the lone wolves in our midst.
Mark and Dave have an honest conversation and talk through how to respond to the inner wrestle and impatience to see more results.
Does disarray and chaos in life mean God’s love and presence are waining or that your opportunity to practice the realization of them is available? Dave shares the lesson of 2022, especially when life, ministry, and business don’t run according to plan in view of the Christmas miracle.
"Only do what only you can do." The way Jesus defined success as a leader was in raising up 12 other leaders. What does your leadership role look like in the vision you are pursuing? In this episode, Mark shares what he is thinking through in his role in the work in 2023 and how you can think through the same for your context.
From Genesis to Revelation and today around the World, God is using crisis to bring forth His Kingdom. Mary Roberts joins Mark and Dave to share what partnership with God can look like strategically in times of crisis.
Show Notes:
* Learn more and view resources mentioned by Mary: https://godincrisis.vision/
We are all most effective in the work of multiplying disciples, leaders, and churches when we regularly take time to reflect and adjust. In this episode, Mark shares about embracing virtual strategies, learning from the context, and more as he reflects on 5 things he's learned a year into the work in New York.
Our target tells us what success looks like and our tracking tells us how we are doing in reaching the target. In this episode, Mark unpacks a simple Google Slide deck you can edit and use to track 5 peoples and 5 places in your city.
Show Notes:
• 5 T's Overview of The Strategy Coordinator: http://bit.ly/3FaZzxR
• 5x5 Google Slide Deck TEMPLATE: http://bit.ly/3gxEILr
From city to city we need to raise awareness of the unreached people groups living among us in the diaspora cities of North America. In this episode, Mark and Dave talk with city leaders in Houston and San Francisco about what God is up to and how we can increase awareness and engagement among the unreached.
From city to city we need to raise awareness of the unreached people groups living among us in the diaspora cities of North America. In this episode, Mark and Dave talk with city leaders in Houston and San Francisco about what God is up to and how we can increase awareness and engagement among the unreached.
The premise: knowledge without action equals inoculation to practice. In this episode, Mark and Dave unpack the necessity of erring on the side of action and how we as movement leaders overcome the effects of "inoculation" to movement methods in the West when methods become familiar without a culture of practice.
The Urban complexity needs all hands on deck to see movements of the Gospel and churches. Dave discusses a semester of training and learning why cities matter with Haylee Belcher. Haylee leads with a team focused on planting churches and training leaders on a University Campus in Oklahoma City. Hear her insights on this episode of H3X.
"Mobbing" is a way of teaming that has emerged out of the work in Southern California. It involves doing doing the activities of engaging, gospel-ing, discipling, gathering, and leadership development together in public places. Tim in SoCal and Kyle in DFW join again on this episode as we talk about what we are learning about teaming using "mobbing."
• Movements Podcast Episode, "Mobbing For Movements" : https://bit.ly/3yRyY5k
In this episode, Tim Hutchinson in Los Angelos along with Kyle Pierson share about the shocking lack of laborers in LA engaging UPG's. Hear stories of what is happening and opportunities for pioneering a multiplying strategy among unreached people groups.
Show Notes and Resources
• Want to get involved or hear more about the work happening in LA? Get in touch with Tim: tim.hutchinson@htmovement.com
• Unreached People Groups of LA Infographic: https://bit.ly/3VwjCg5
Bryan King recently worked alongside a small team composed of leaders from the West and East to design a multiple month cohort for leaders who serve in legacy churches.
Dave and Mark interview as he shares what they have developed which is heavy on principles at the beginning and then guides leaders to select or develop their own tools. Bryan shares some exciting early results!
Show Notes and Resources
Ignite Multiplication Roadmap: https://bit.ly/3EBxijO
Ignite Cohort Information: https://bit.ly/ignitecohort
Dave and Mark sit down for a conversation with an author who is both a practitioner and researcher to unpack 11 characteristics of movement catalysts that have emerged from his research into movement leaders. His name is Emanuel Prinz and he’s just released a new book entitled Movement Catalysts: Profile of an Apostolic Leader. Listen as we ask Emanuel questions like: can these characteristics be learned? And how important is the catalyst versus his or her methods or context?
Show Notes and Resources
• Listen to Steve Addison’s interview with Emanuel: https://bit.ly/3rDU1Ed
• Listen to Pheaney's interview with Emanuel: https://bit.ly/3SMyKEg
• Emanuel’s blog - https://bit.ly/3yuuFfM
• The book: Movement Catalysts: https://amzn.to/3SIjQyN
• Connect with Emanuel on Linked In - https://bit.ly/3RILE51
In part two of this topic, Dave and Mark look at the role of God's Word and the Church in hearing God and practicing spiritual gifts.
Show Notes:
Watch and check out Mark's Kingdom Ministry Training Notes and Videos notes at http://kingdomministrytraining.com/
Mark and Dave tackle the beauty of iron sharpening iron when theological backgrounds collide for the benefit of the Kingdom. In this first of two episodes on the topic of spiritual gifts, they share their story in learning from one another and how hearing God is communicated in their different church cultural backgrounds.
Show Notes:
Watch and check out Mark's Kingdom Ministry Training Notes and Videos notes at http://www.kingdomministrytraining.com/
Where does the demonstration of the kingdom through signs and wonders, prophecy, deliverance and healing prayer fit into seeing God's Kingdom come and a movement of disciples and churches happen? In this episode, Mark shares his thoughts on the connection between spiritual gifts and pursuit of NoPlaceLeft.
Kirk Goss, a Vietnamese Strategy Coordinator in Oklahoma City, joins Dave to discuss his 5T strategy and the fruit Jesus is bringing to the harvest work among his team. Gold nuggets of training, strategy, and innovation along with a healthy dose of encouragement.
Show notes:
• NoPlaceLeft Discord (NPL tools in various languages): https://discord.gg/H2MCy8NZxX
Prayer is always correlated to the advancement of the Kingdom to new people and new places. In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack 5 aspects of how we approach prayer in the apostolic work: (1) Miraculous Grace, (2) Sustained effort, (3) Boldness and belief in the gospel, (4) Supernatural provision, (5) Heaven readied hearts.
The core missionary task to multiply disciples, leaders, and churches involves a lot of change in relationships and starting new things. While this can sometimes be energizing, it can also at times cause us to question our core motivations and vision. In this episode, Dave and Mark talk through how we keep perspective when starting (or starting again).
We won’t see no place left and the accomplishment of the core missionary task without teaming. BUT, teaming involves conflict and challenge. In this episode, Dave shines a light on the topic and thoughts for how to navigate teaming when the sparks begin to fly.
Moses had to learn to lead with a lot of internal doubt and external pressure and do it in a way that communicated the law of God with the grace of God. In this episode, Dave, Mark and Skip talk through the life of Moses and leadership lessons we can all glean in navigating grace and law as a leader.
In this episode, Dave and Mark share their personal journey of counting the cost and what it takes to be the John 12:24 grain of wheat that Jesus describes: "Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds."
In this episode, Mark shares about the heart of the movement leader. Jesus says in John 15 that it's to His Father's glory "that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples." How did Jesus and later Paul model the path to this kind of fruitfulness? The answer may surprise us because it directly confronts everything that pop motivation and expert youtube channels would say are the keys to being influential. It is, however, our only path forward.
Joel Cox and David discuss the beta version of GAPP App, new features, the Oikosystem, and tools for tracking Plus, Joel Cox also shares insights and learnings from his time at the Oklahoma City Strategy Coordinator Training using the 5 Core Competencies of Target, Tools, Teaming, Training, and Tracking.
Listen as Dave get fiery to address the reality that movement is the fundamental DNA of God's creation.
Making disciples that know how to rightly engage with God's Word in order to hear His voice is central to the task. In this episode, Dave shares 5 very helpful guardrails that have emerged from his own lived experience and history of disciple-making that you can implement in your own practice.
Over the weekend, Dave and a crew from four different states gathered for a Strategy Coordinator Training in Oklahoma City. There were some key lightbulb moments that helped the participants (and Dave) to better understand the role and task of the strategy coordinator...listen as Dave shares helpful key takeaways.
Show Notes:
👉Co-Workers Study from Paul's Missionary Journeys: https://bit.ly/3sQxqVX
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Training in NYC (July 28-30, 2022): https://bit.ly/3QTI4Wq
It has been said, "You can't coach what you can't see." But we need to learn how to gather objective data from those we coach. And then we need to, once we have that data, learn how to use it to coach them to multiply. In this power packed short episode, we look at these two ideas and how you can gather and utilize data in your coaching.
Show Notes:
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Series: https://bit.ly/3AbJp4S
At a Strategy Coordinator training last Fall, Dave and Mark both realized they were "failing" at using tracking in its role in the overall work of coordinating strategy. In this episode, we unpack what we are doing to implement holistic head, heart, and hands tracking into what we are doing.
If we are going to accomplish Jesus's command to His disciples in Acts 1:8 to engage Jerusalem, AND Judea, AND Samaria, AND the ends of the earth, we will have to connect, communicate, collaborate, and contribute. Here's how and why that matters.
To tackle the TARGET you have been called to, it will take a lot of expressions of TEAMING to move the work forward. In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack 4 ways to increase teaming: Join existing structures, Invite like-minded believers into 4 Fields rhythms, start or collaborate around strategic Projects, and clarify and collaborate around clear Processes.
Show Notes and Resources
The Teaming Circle:
https://bit.ly/3zgXkpR
Global Gates Resource: www.upgnorthamerica.com
Jesus had the biggest TARGET possible: the whole World. Yet He strategically and intentionally focused on multiplying disciple-making leaders. Why? In this episode, we look at Chuck Wood's insight into the "Parable of the Crosswinds" and how the model of Jesus must guide our strategic aim in tackling big TARGETS.
Show Notes:
👉Chuck's "Parable of the Crosswinds" Video: https://bit.ly/3NdAS5v
👉5 T's Strategy Coordinator Training (June 24-26, 2022): https://bit.ly/3wvFzBv
Over the weekend, Dave and our friend Kyle joined us for a problem solving retreat in which we tackled some common stuckages around TARGET and TEAMING. In this episode, we unpack some of the biggest takeaways and insights.
SHOW NOTES:
• Co-Workers Study from Paul's Missionary Journeys: https://bit.ly/3sQxqVX
• 5 T's Strategy Coordinator Training (June 24-26, 2022): https://bit.ly/3wvFzBv
Urban Centers are as old as the Tower of Babel and God's strategy revealed in the redemption of that story as found in Acts 2:36-47 is still what He is doing today. In this episode, Mark shares 3 lessons he is learning about reaching urban centers: (1) People are God's strategy (2) The Elephant must be bite-sized, and (3) It's going to take a miracle.
Dave continues to share his story leaning into the reality of what happens when the image is distorted in God's image bearers, but their attempts cannot thwart the mission of God. He will be glorified and his glory will fill the earth through his image bearers because God has declared it so.
Dave returns to the Emmaus Road to look at the glory of God in the gospel. As Dave unpacks this moment: "we are not talking about a side-show event or a second chair fiddle: the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ is the focus after the resurrection of Jesus." Listen in as Dave brings helpful understanding to the role of proclamation.
Dave continues his journey from addition to multiplication in this next episode of his audio blog as he shares from a "whiteboard" what Jesus taught that day with His disciples on the Emmaus road.
We long for a movement of disciples multiplying in the earth until there is Noplaceleft. But if we were to witness a church planting movement that supposedly accomplished the Great Commission and the earth were not filled with men and women desperate for the glory of God and Jesus Christ above all else...we have failed. Check out this next episode from Dave Miller in the Sentergy Series audio blog series, "From Addition to Multiplication."
We unpacked the function and job of the strategy coordinator in a recent six episode series on the podcast and in this episode we unpack the role of tactics and how they intersect strategy. From a look at Zelinsky and Putin to the practical implications using 1-3-9, Dave and Mark unpack what tactical disciple-making is and how to start.
Failing forward is a given for seeing the Kingdom advance. And the fastest forward movement in the Kingdom will only happen together in a community of practice where the best ideas win out. In this episode, Dave and Mark unpack what it looks like to fail forward together.
Show Notes:
5 Stages of Failing Forward Graphic: https://bit.ly/3u09Shq
Only those with big vision experience big FAILURE. And it's how they respond to it that will determine how far it propels them forward.
In this latest episode of the podcast we unpack five stages of "failing forward" -- setting audacious goals, failure, learning principles, improving, and setting more audacious goals.
Show Notes:
5 Stages of Failing Forward Graphic: https://bit.ly/3u09Shq
Join Dave Miller, Will Smith, Kyle Pierson, Bud Houston as we unpack the 5 T's used by a strategy coordinator to effectively coordinate a multiplying disciples strategy. In this fifth and final of five episodes, we look at Tracking to understand "How are we doing?"
Join Dave Miller, Will Smith, Kyle Pierson, Bud Houston, and Mark Goering as we unpack the 5 T's used by a strategy coordinator to effectively coordinate a multiplying disciples strategy. In this fourth of five episodes, we look at Training to understand "How do we multiply?"
Join Dave Miller, Will Smith, Kyle Pierson, Bud Houston, and Mark Goering as we unpack the 5 T's used by a strategy coordinator to effectively coordinate a multiplying disciples strategy. In this third of five episodes, we look at Teaming to understand "Who can I count on?"
Join Dave Miller, Will Smith, Kyle Pierson, Bud Houston, and Mark Goering as we unpack the 5 T's used by a strategy coordinator to effectively coordinate a multiplying disciples strategy. In this second of five episodes, we look at Tools to understand "What do I do?"
Join Dave Miller, Will Smith, Kyle Pierson, and Bud Houston as we unpack the 5 T's used by a strategy coordinator to effectively coordinate a multiplying disciples strategy. In this first of 5 episodes, we look at Target to understand "What is success?"
This week, we pause our Strategy Coordinator series to catch up with Joel Cox and hear exciting updates happening with the DMM/CPM tracking project he is working on. In short, GAPP is intentionally a very simple, intuitive app for tracking activity along the church planting journey. It allows for quick data input on question templates set by a team and data insight at the team level.
Show Notes:
Check out the GAPP app progress and rollout here: http://GAPP.TaEthni.com
Join Dave Miller, Kyle Pierson, Carter Cox, and Mark Goering, as we unpack the 5 T's used by a strategy coordinator to effectively coordinate a multiplying disciples strategy. In this first of 5 episodes we look at Target to understand "What is success?"
Join Dave Miller, Kyle Pierson, Mark Goering, and Carter Cox for a discussion into what a strategy coordinator is, how we train them, and why we need thousands of them in the mission field today.
Show Notes:
A short series of podcast episodes on the Movements podcast with Steve Addison is mentioned in this episode. Below are links to Steve's four interviews with "Barney" that unpack the role of the Strategy Coordinator.
Sparking CPMs: 1. Head: https://bit.ly/3KVguVJ
Sparking CPMs 2. Heart: https://bit.ly/3G9Gf0X
Sparking CPMs: 3. Hands: https://bit.ly/3o6tpu6
Sparking CPMs: 4. House: https://bit.ly/3AHcS4U
Awhile back, we introduced the idea of a clear path for the making of disciples that we called Lost 2 Leader. In this episode, we share the Lost 2 Leader path we are using and lessons we are learning as we multiply disciples and leaders using it.
It will be done. He is the beginning and the end. The Great Alpha and Omega. There is no room for any theology of me, my, and mine. There is no room for any story except HIStory. He must increase and I must decrease. But when we understand our place in HIStory then, and only then do we find purpose and joy.
Dave found himself caught up into a vision that was global and shifted his mindset from addition to multiplication. Check out this special episode from the Sentergy Series. #h3x #sentergy
A visit back to Dave's audio blog in his journey from addition to multiplication via the Sentergy Series as he unpacks the simple question that changed his life.
In this episode, Dave continues the conversation around the role of a contribution mindset in the development of a multiplication mindset where Jesus gets to be in charge and the One building the Kingdom.
What if multiplication and generosity are actually connected? In this episode, Dave unpacks the connection and the call to removing barriers in our hearts to seeing the fruit of multiplication.
A new recurring segment on the podcast: Dave begins an audio blog. In this first episode, he shares his journey into multiplying disciples. #h3x
Movements are sustained by their leaders. And not just any leaders. Movements thrive when led by the kind of movement leaders that make the shift from addition to multiplication. In this episode we unpack the 1-3-9 tool as it relates to training leaders to think in terms of multiplication.
Three 20 somethings working in the college campus mission field of Oklahoma City share what they are learning following a recent Strategy Coordinator Training.
Listen in on our breakfast conversation unpacking the role of the Church to live as a peculiar people that embodies the message we proclaim to the World.
The Church at large is missing out on some of the greatest windows of opportunity that God gives us through crisis. Crisis creates a limited time frame of access and receptivity in the lives of those affected. Mary Roberts is asking the question: what if we saw this opportunity as a catalyst to multiply locally owned disciples, churches, leaders, and sustainable transformation?
God in Crisis Links:
https://godincrisis.vision/
Before God used Peter, James, John, or Paul to cross cultures, He used them to reach their own. In this episode we unpack why mission must be both practitioners OF and catalysts FOR local ownership of the core missionary task in every people and place with laser focus on reaching the unreached. #H3X
In 1 Corinthians 1-3, Paul confronts a tribalism mindset: "I follow Paul. I follow Apollos..." How often do we see this in the Church today? In this episode we examine Paul's response (a contribution mindset) and what our repentance process looks like to live out God's design.
When you hit the wall and want to quit (everyone does), what do you do? And what is Jesus up to in those moments? Let's talk about the sometimes taboo subject of feeling like you want to quit and the hope in Christ that we cling to in those moments.
Our World is full of a lot of noise and is constantly trying to drag us into its story. Understanding the role of resetting the narrative as a disciple maker can give you the insight you need to help your disciples and leaders to go the distance.
Show Notes:
- Listen to the Co-Workers Podcast Here: https://the-coworkers-podcast.simplecast.com/
What does it look like to pursue both width of Kingdom expansion and the church health of Kingdom depth? Kenny Fong shares from his story and the unfolding work across Africa to answer this question.
How does development of elders and shepherd teachers work in a multiplying movement? Ben and Tyler are working this out as the multiplication continues in the Utah area; this episode unpacks what they are learning and implementing moving forward.
When someone wants to join your team or be a part of the work you are engaged in, how do you know if they are a good fit? If there is not alignment of vision, values, and roles, the lack of alignment may end up sabotaging the work. Today we discuss how to assess and find teaming alignment.
When leaders have clarity in their discipleship path, they are far more likely to take ownership and multiply disciples and churches. On the other hand--without this clarity, a leadership multiplication cap can form.
In this episode we unpack how the clear path in the heart and head of the leader can make or break multiplication.
People are Jesus's strategy for multiplying your time and Kingdom impact. In this episode Dave shares firsthand challenges that face the covocational practitioner that require understanding of this principle, and we go on to unpack specific practical ways you can be more effective in this.
The popular movement book, "Starfish and the Spider" has some helpful insights for the kind of leaders that catalyze movement and the culture that sustains it. In this episode we unpack the head, heart, and hands of the distributed culture and why command-and-control does not lead to movement.
What role does "breaking bread" have in multiplying disciples, leaders, and churches? Actually, a lot. Things are always relational before they are organizational.
In this episode we unpack why sharing the table is a huge key to the head, hearts, and hands of those that will reach Cities and accomplishing the Great Commission.
Where does business and the co-vocational life fit into a vision to multiply disciples? Carter Cox and Dave Miller share from experience in a way that will help you see the two (and how they connect) in a new light.
Apostolic work in bringing the gospel to new people and new places requires commitment, focus, and consistency. This is how we are learning and implementing this simple 3 pronged strategy and what it looks like to develop CFC in your life and on your team.
Urban centers (cities) are more than complicated...they are complex, and beyond any one person's understanding. Reaching them will require creativity and God's power: here's how we are tackling reaching cities currently.
Reaching the nations has never been more complex with the growth of urban centers. And, the need for Holy Spirit led strategy to reach segments has never been greater. In this video, Bud Houston unpacks the training he is developing to raise up strategy coordinators to meet that need and tackle the complexity of the task.
Get in touch with Bud: bud.houstonba2011@gmail.com
Our training in entry strategies must be simple enough to engage the hands practically, but catalytic enough to engage the heart with ownership. Learn how we learned from a church planter named Kika to use South Asian Pickle and how you can identify effective cross cultural strategies in where God has called you.
Urbanization and the changes that cities have on relational networks means that we need to reevaluate how to multiply disciples in urban contexts.
In this episode (a repost of a YouTube interview), David Broodryk, an experienced urban church planting catalyst, unpacks the challenges of reaching cities and connects Biblical principles with innovative disciple-making processes he and his team have developed in the field.
Listen as we unpack how to live in the tension of a gospel that must be proclaimed boldly with a lifestyle of listening and shaking the salt. One without the other impacts our effectiveness as witnesses and disciple-makers.
At times and in the pursuit of the noble cause, family has been sacrificed on the alter of mission. This is not God's design. Rediscovering a decompartmentalized life of family on mission leads us back to God's design in the Trinity and a way forward for family on mission.
Our culture tells us who can and who can't plant a church based on qualifications that probably influence your thinking more than you know. In this two part focus on barriers to mobilizing church planters, we bust through 3 barriers by looking back at how Jesus qualified His leaders. (part 2 of 2)
Our culture tells us who can and who can't plant a church based on qualifications that probably influence your thinking more than you know. In this two part focus on barriers to mobilizing church planters, we bust through 3 barriers by looking back at how Jesus qualified His leaders. (part 1 of 2)
If everyone is a missionary then no one is. As a counterpoint to our focus on covocational workers, join David Miller and Bruce Carlton for an interview with Dr. Don Dent about his book The Ongoing Role of Apostles in Missions: The Forgotten Foundation.
Watch the interview on the Sentergy YouTube channel.
Paul saw the whole province of Asia hear the Word of the Lord in 2 short years engaging in three main activities alongside a catalytic team. In this episode Dave and Mark unpack these three activities:
In Mark 4, Jesus describes one of four soils that bears forth fruit. In this episode, we unpack how to find that God-prepared fruitful disciple (and how to have eyes to see where the Kingdom is not).
Time with His disciples was central to Jesus's method, but how do we do this effectively? In this episode we look at how focus and "withness" intersect and how you can apply withness in your disciple-making.
Unless we address our assumptions, we disqualify those God has qualified in His Kingdom. In this episode we examine the mindsets between our ears that may be disqualifying those that God has called so we can rightly view and empower the disciples around us.
How do you collaborate and coordinate cross culturally with so many churches and missions orgs working towards the common vision to accomplish Matthew 24:14? In short: one new tool emerging is the GAPP app. In this episode, Joel Cox shares progress and how this app can help you multiply disciples and churches.
Learn more about the GAPP App and how you can be a part of the Alpha launch at http://GAPP.taethni.com
Everybody struggled with focus during 2020. This is how we adapted ministry to the new normal of uncertainty (that continues for the foreseeable future) to identify highest value activities and how to train our churches and disciples in them so that we stay focused on the mission God has called us to.
Without clarity on what we need to know, be, and do as believers, we can't be effective in advancing Christ's Kingdom. With humor and clarity, we unpack the "why" behind head, heart, and hands in this episode.
Wonder if your JOB is holding you back from being used by God to multiply His Kingdom? Three practitioners share their co-vocational story as we unpack the head, heart, and hands of a co-vocational multiplier to answer this question.
What is the head, heart, and hands of the man or woman God can use to multiply His Kingdom? Let's talk about it. Episode 01 launches April 20th, 2021 at 5:00AM CST. (https://www.h3xpodcast.com/)