Podcasts about disciple making

How do you measure discipleship in your church? Only 15% of pastors say they have both a reproducible disciple-making model and a way to measure it. Studied independently, fewer than 5% actually do. (Discipleship.org and Barna national study). Attendance, giving, volunteers, and the percent of people in small groups are easy to count. None of them tell you whether anyone is actually growing as a disciple, or making one.In this episode, Jeremy McCommons and Alex Rossie walk through why the standard church scorecard misses the mark, what the research says about the gap between what churches report and what they produce, and a practical framework for measuring the thing churches say matters most. It's for pastors and for the church member who wants a better conversation with their leadership. Keep measuring what you measure now. Add what's missing.What you'll learn:- Why "30% in small groups" became the benchmark, and why it is not a discipleship metric (from a former small groups pastor)- What the Willow Creek Reveal study found: the most involved members felt the most spiritually underchallenged- The Nordstrom principle from Mission Drift: measure what you say matters most, even when it's fuzzy- Five areas to measure instead: identity, formation, practice, investment, multiplication- Six metric swaps you can start tracking this year- The two things you'll need to make this work: a feedback system and distributed leadersFREE GUIDE: Measuring Discipleship in Your Church. What churches commonly measure, and the questions to ask instead.[ https://ordinarymovement.com/s/Measuring-Discipleship-Guide.pdf ]Chapters:0:00 Why growth without discipleship is missing the mark0:31 What most churches measure instead of discipleship1:44 What the research shows: fewer than 5% of churches reproduce disciples3:08 Who this episode is for, and a word of grace to pastors 5:55 How pastors answer "how do you measure discipleship?"8:03 Why 30% in small groups is not a discipleship metric12:57 A former small groups pastor on the 30% benchmark14:12 Attendance is a measurement, not the measurement16:16 Measure what matters most: the Nordstrom principle from Mission Drift18:59 About Ordinary Movement (break)20:02 Five areas to measure discipleship: identity, formation, practice, investment, multiplication22:55 The Willow Creek Reveal study25:53 Busy, involved, and spiritually empty: Jeremy's story28:50 Leadership pipelines vs. discipleship pathways30:47 Leadership development is not discipleship35:15 Keep what works, add what's missing38:06 Six church metrics to swap40:40 How to collect discipleship data: feedback systems and distributed leaders42:39 Where to start as a church leader46:45 Next episode: your discipleship questions answeredMentioned in this episode:- Previous episode, What Discipleship Is (and Isn't): [ https://youtu.be/lS35zpEsmc0 ]- Our conversation with Peter Greer on Mission Drift: [ https://youtu.be/PYrJEG9X944 ]- Church discipleship statistics and research: https://ordinarymovement.com/library/church-stats- National Study on Disciple Making in USA Churches (Discipleship.org, Exponential, Grey Matter Research)- Mission Drift by Peter Greer and Chris Horst- Next Wave by Steve Pike- Contagious Disciple Making by David Watson and Paul Watson- Jeremy's book, coming January: [ https://keap.app/contact-us/1336382756194089 ]Have a question about discipleship or how groups work? Leave it in the comments. Jeremy McCommons, Emily Webb, and Alex Rossie are answering common questions on an upcoming episode.About Ordinary MovementOrdinary Movement is a free discipleship process led by ordinary men and women in small groups across 35+ states. No seminary required. The goal is disciples who make disciples. Start here: https://ordinarymovement.com#discipleship #churchleadership #smallgroups #disciplemaking #pastors

This was an interview between Scott Sullivan from Georgia Baptist Discipleship and David Pollock, a former NFL player and author of the book Every Day Counts. The conversation covered David's journey from professional football player to his current faith-focused life, including how a broken neck at age 22 led to a deeper relationship with God and how his wife's brain cancer diagnosis has shaped their family's approach to discipleship.David shared key principles from his book, emphasizing the importance of daily habits, surrounding yourself with positive influences, and prioritizing faith over sports achievements, particularly in managing his children's athletic activities while maintaining family values. The discussion highlighted how David and his wife have developed strong family rhythms, including regular church attendance, careful phone and social media management, and serving others during difficult times, while also addressing the challenges of balancing competitive sports with spiritual priorities.Link to David's new book: Every Day Counts https://www.bhpublishinggroup.com/product/every-day-counts-2/Scott and David discussed David's new book, Every Day Counts, which focuses on providing a framework for living intentionally as a man of God rather than just sharing football stories. David emphasized that the book is designed to challenge readers and help them develop better rhythms and habits to become their best selves. The conversation began to touch on the topic of leadership development and the influence of mentors. Scott shared that many leaders “drink from wells they did not dig,” highlighting the idea that many who came before us as leaders paved the way for our success.Influential Relationships in Spiritual JourneysDavid shared how important influential relationships were in his spiritual journey, particularly highlighting his physics teacher, Mark Watson, who treated him with respect and introduced him to Christianity. David described how Watson helped him understand the Bible by comparing it to other historical texts, which led David to choose the Bible for his required reading assignment. Scott responded by sharing his own story about Calvin Phelps, a pastor who prevented him from resigning when his life was falling apart, which ultimately led to Scott's continued ministry work.Faith Transformation Through ChallengesDavid shared how a career-ending injury at 22 led to a transformation in his faith from transactional to relational, providing a foundation for his family's spiritual growth. He discussed how his wife's brain cancer diagnosis presented additional challenges, though it also deepened their faith and enabled them to support other families facing similar circumstances. David emphasized the importance of community support during difficult times, noting that practical help, such as meal preparation and household tasks, meant more than asking what could be done.Family Discipleship StrategiesDavid shared his approach to family discipleship, emphasizing that it evolves as children grow older. He outlined several nonnegotiables in his household, including attending church together, playing praise and worship music, and having strict cellphone rules. David also stressed the importance of family service and using the Pollock Family Foundation to facilitate service opportunities.Balancing Family and Sports CommitmentsDavid and Scott discussed balancing family priorities with sports involvement, with David emphasizing the importance of keeping family time sacred and not letting sports consume a child's entire summer. David shared his approach of allowing his daughter to choose between basketball and church attendance and advised against overcommitting to travel sports that can strain family relationships. Scott shared that he has taught his children that they are disciples of Jesus who happen to play ball, rather than a travel-sports family who happens to be disciples of Jesus. The conversation concluded with David promoting his book, Every Day Counts, which focuses on how daily habits and morning routines determine long-term success and character development.

Romans is the Apostle Paul's fullest and clearest treatise on the gospel of Jesus Christ. Throughout history, this letter has opened eyes, awakened hearts, and set movements in motion. It's both profoundly theological and deeply personal, revealing the truth about God, humanity, and salvation. John Stott rightly called Romans a manifesto of freedom in Christ - a freedom that remakes our lives, forms us into God's people, and sends us as witnesses of Jesus in the world.

Speaker: Pastor Walker Passage: Acts 13:42-47 note that the first 2 mins have been cut off

"It's irresponsible — maybe even unbiblical — to let a brand-new believer lead." Cynthia tackles that objection head-on, unpacking what 1 Timothy 3:6 actually says, two different ways leaders default to control, and why Jesus released new believers same-day rather than someday. Recorded just before her own sabbatical begins — and living the lesson as she records it.

Matthew 28:18-20 Jesus told us why the church exists & what its purpose is: To make disciples. But many Christians and churches suffer from “Disciple-making Amnesia”. If we’re not careful, the church can drift into prioritizing ministries of mercy over the gospel; socializing over disciple-making; comfort over the mission. While there are many good by-products of our purpose, they must never obscure or replace our purpose. This final sermon in our Forward series will outline what fulfilling our disciple-making purpose requires.

Matthew 28:18-20 Jesus was clear about the why the church exists and what its purpose is: To make disciples. Yet many Christians drift into other activities that ignore this mission. We must never allow good things like outreach and community to obscure or replace our purpose. This sermon will outline what fulfilling our disciple-making purpose involves and requires.

Disciple-making rarely fizzles because people stop caring — it fizzles because nothing around them supports what they're trying to do. In this episode Cynthia Anderson and Jenn Chang explore why team and church culture are essential to sustaining multiplication, what leaders get wrong, and one honest diagnostic question every practitioner needs to sit with. Practical, story-driven, and for anyone who wants to build something that outlasts them.

A Vision for Disciple-Making | Ephesians 4 by Christ Covenant

This podcast discussion focused on the future of small groups in churches, featuring Scott Sullivan hosting Steve Gladen and Rick Howerton, two veteran small group ministry leaders. The conversation explored opportunities for small groups to impact churches and culture over the next 5-10 years, with both guests emphasizing the importance of relationships and discipleship over mere friendship-building. They discussed challenges including the risk of institutionalizing what should be a spiritual movement, the need for clear discipleship outcomes, and the importance of properly trained leaders who can guide groups toward spiritual maturity rather than just social connection. The discussion also covered practical advice for churches transitioning from traditional Sunday school models to small group approaches, including the importance of maintaining both systems under one discipleship umbrella and using technology to meet people where they are before moving them toward deeper spiritual formation.Next stepsPromote and support hybrid models (small groups and Sunday School) within Georgia Baptist churches, encouraging equal weight and shared terminology for both models to foster unity and discipleship.Share and promote resources (e.g., Rick's “Cracking the Volunteer Code”, Steve's Small Group Network, Scott's cohorts) to equip pastors and group leaders for effective, multiplying discipleship.Highlight stories and models of successful hybrid (small group/Sunday School) ministries within the Georgia Baptist network to encourage other churches to consider similar approaches.Continue developing strategies to move various types of church groups (fellowship, mission, service, etc.) toward deeper discipleship, helping group members progress from assimilation to spiritual growth.Utilize the "three Ts" (Time, Trust, Truth) change management approach when guiding legacy Sunday school classes or traditional groups toward small group/discipleship models, investing in relational renewal before structural change.Advocate for clear, unified vision statements within church leadership regarding the definition and end goal of a "disciple," ensuring alignment across children, student, and adult ministries.Develop and communicate strategies for moving group members from interest-based or service-focused groups into intentional discipleship groups, without forcing rapid change but providing clear pathways.SummaryScott led a discussion about the future of small groups, noting that Steve and Rick are part of the top leadership who have experience with small groups implementation. Scott indicated there would be a follow-up podcast about Sunday school with Ken Braddy and Allan Taylor.Scott interviewed Steve Gladen and Rick Howerton about the future of small groups, with the discussion being recorded for both audio podcast and video platforms. Rick explained that after retiring from Lakewood Church, he is now focused on coaching, consulting, training, writing, and leading cohorts, with his latest book being Cracking the Volunteer Code about recruiting and retaining volunteers.Small Group Ministry TransitionSteve shared his transition from Saddleback Church to joining Pine Lake Church in Mississippi, where he will focus on discipleship and small groups. Both Steve and Rick discussed the future of small groups, emphasizing the importance of relationships and obedience over simply making friends, with Rick highlighting the need for doctrine clarity in groups and Steve stressing the need for proper structure while maintaining relational health. They identified key pitfalls in small group ministry, including over-institutionalization and focusing on system maintenance rather than discipleship, while emphasizing that healthy groups require both proper structure and strong relational connections.Small Groups Transition StrategyRick and Steve discussed the importance of pastors engaging authentically with their small groups and having a captivating vision statement, like Rick's example of seeing biblical small groups within walking distance of everyone. They addressed the challenges of transitioning from traditional Sunday school to small groups, emphasizing that the focus should be on the outcome and discipleship rather than the format. Steve outlined a change management approach involving time, trust, and truth, and discussed the five levels of renewal and innovation diffusion curves to help leaders navigate these transitions effectively. Rick was about to provide practical advice for implementing small groups in churches that currently have Sunday school.Small Groups and Sunday School IntegrationRick emphasized the importance of maintaining both small groups and Sunday school while ensuring they work together under a unified discipleship umbrella. He recommended starting with an experimental small group and using consistent terminology and training across both ministries to prevent conflict. Rick also highlighted that people from churches with only Sunday school often leave in search of more relational experiences, suggesting that small groups can help address this gap. The discussion ended with an uncompleted question about how traditional small group models might need to evolve to produce multiplying disciples, particularly in light of technology and cultural changes.Church Small Groups EvolutionScott and Rick discussed the evolution of small groups in churches, with Rick explaining how the model has shifted from Sunday school-focused education to more relational small groups due to people moving away from their hometowns. Rick emphasized the need to focus on making mature disciples rather than just building community, noting that 70% of high school students leave the church after graduation. Steve highlighted how technology can help provide master teachers in small groups and discussed different types of groups that can help people connect with the church, including online groups, missional groups, fellowship-based groups, and service-oriented groups, while emphasizing the importance of gradually moving people toward deeper discipleship.Small Groups Future PlanningScott, Steve, and Rick discussed the future of small groups, focusing on both exciting opportunities and concerns. Steve expressed enthusiasm about seeing lives changed and helping people grow closer to Jesus through community, while Rick highlighted the importance of effective pastor training and groups engaging with the Holy Spirit. Concerns included the church not harnessing its full potential, lead pastors not promoting group ministry, spiritually immature leaders, and group leaders lacking biblical knowledge to address heresy. The discussion emphasized the need for simple, gospel-focused approaches and spiritual maturity in leadership to make a meaningful impact.You can contact Rick Howerton at rick.pgcc@gmail.com and Steve Gladen at steve@smallgroupnetwork.com.

A sermon by Kelly Brady from Matthew 20:20-27

Speaker: Pastor Matthew Walker Sermon Text: Acts 13:1-12

What if church multiplication isn't something you chase, but something that naturally flows from making disciples?Ralph Moore sits down with pastor and multiplier Ben Connelly to discuss Ben's unusual journey to faith, why leadership development is more important than platform building, and how ordinary churches can cultivate extraordinary multiplication. Together they challenge the idea that multiplying churches are only for "superstar" leaders and argue that healthy multiplication begins with intentionally making disciples and developing leaders.Whether you lead a church of 30 or 3,000, this conversation offers practical encouragement for pastors who want to build a culture where disciple making becomes normal, and church planting becomes a natural outcome.

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Scott Sullivan interviewed Dr. Patrick Morley about transforming men's ministry from event-driven programming to intentional discipleship pathways. Morley emphasized that men aren't seeking more meetings—they need brotherhood, mission, and practical help solving real-life problems. Churches must shift from hoping men connect to building deliberate systems that reach, disciple, and deploy men into mission.Core Framework: Four Organizing QuestionsWhen a man reaches for your church's door handle, leaders must ask:Why did he just do that? (What motivated him to come?)  What problems is he trying to solve? (Career, marriage, fatherhood, purpose)  What does he need from us? (Not what we need from him)  How can we give that to him? (Practical pathway design)Men driving past churches daily are asking: "Could this place help me solve my problems?"The Momentum Problem: Capturing Event Energy72% of men who attend Man in the Mirror events sign up for follow-up groups when asked immediately—not weeks later.Proven Event-to-Discipleship ModelForm small groups at the event itself:Give men the follow-up resource in handDirect them: "Form groups of 4-5 right now"  Exchange contact info and pick first meeting time/place  Answer one question together: "Where are you on your spiritual journey?"Critical insight: Don't say "give us your info and we'll call you in two weeks." That's like a car salesman asking a ready buyer to come back later.After 4-6 week groups, offer clear next steps: ongoing discipleship groups, mission trips, or service opportunities. Men's ministry becomes the track to populate existing church ministries, not a parallel organization.Addressing Real Pressures: The Broken Boy Reality8 out of 10 men grew up in dysfunctional homes.Churches must disciple men both into their future and out of their past.Practical ResourcesFree workbook: patrickmorley.com/actionplan - 28-day self-administered plan for healing childhood wounds 12  Small groups specifically for addictions, divorce recovery, and trauma  Vetted counselor referrals for issues beyond pastoral scope 1213Pastor vulnerability matters: Share your own brokenness. "If God didn't use flawed men, He wouldn't have any to work with."Clarity Drives EngagementEvery men's ministry needs three communication tools:Internal purpose statement: "Give every man a credible offer of Jesus and resources to grow"  Public slogan: "Bethel Men—Building men for stronger families and stronger community" 14  Elevator pitch: Simple, repeatable explanation any leader can shareMen respond to aspirational vision—becoming fully alive, making life count, having great relationships.Reaching Younger Men: What's Working NowCOVID Impact on Young LeadersMorley's Bible study lost all leaders under 40 post-COVID (38% of leadership team). Young men at their tables also disappeared. "Like attracts like" principle in action.Current Effective StrategiesOne-on-one engagement is working best:Personal coffee invitationsAsk questions like a first date: family background, spiritual journey, work, aspirations  No judgment, genuine curiosity  Assign 4-5 men in church to each meet one younger man in 60 days, then share storiesOther proven approaches in Georgia:Service projects (wheelchair ramps, hurricane relief) for men not yet church-engagedFather-child activities (fishing trips)  Men's gatherings for worship and equipping (150 men in South Georgia woods)  Skill-building programs (oil changes, tire repair) paired with intentional mentoringDon't Change the Gospel—Change the MethodsFrancis Schaeffer (1968): "Each generation has the responsibility of communicating the gospel in understandable terms, considering the language and thought forms of that setting."Critical mistake: "We must stop trying to win young people to our way of thinking. Keep the gospel as it is but engage them and understand their way of thinking."Shifting from Recipients to ResponsibleThe 12-Person Church ProblemMorley observed same pastor, same 12 people, same 60 empty seats—one year apart. Everyone loved God and wanted growth but lacked intentionality.Reframe Your ExpectationsIf 12 people serve and one new person responds to a serve message, that's 8% ROI in one week. Celebrate incremental growth instead of being disappointed.Critical mindset: If someone's not doing ministry, they probably are the ministry—they need to be ministered to first.Georgia Baptist Men's Ministry InitiativesScott Sullivan is launching:Digital men's ministry cohorts transitioning to regional in-person gatherings12-month planning template for churches—most requested resource addressing the "what do we do between events?" problem 27Stronger Together conference (August 22, 2026, Warner Robins) with Morley keynotingPatrick Morley's Greatest Lesson"There is a God we want. And there is a God who is. They are not the same God. The turning point of our lives is when we stop seeking the God we want and start seeking the God who is."To pastors and leaders: "Jesus wants you to know: I see you. I know what you're going through. I love you unconditionally, and I will always be with you."Action ItemsScott Sullivan: Promote Warner Robins conference (August 22, 2026) to Georgia churches  Scott Sullivan: Launch digital men's ministry cohorts, transition to regional in-person format  Church leaders: Download free "Broken Boy to Mended Man Action Plan" at patrickmorley.com/actionplan  Men's ministry leaders: Implement at-event small group formation using 72% proven model  Pastors: Recruit 4-5 men to each meet one younger man for coffee in next 60 days, share stories afterwardTo find out more about men's ministry leader cohorts, reach out to lmelton@gabaptist.org  For a copy of the 12-month Men's Ministry Plan, email ssullivan@gabaptist.org

Lance, Zach, and Craig discuss the dynamics of a disciple-making relationship within the church and what could potentially cause us to get off track from following Jesus.  

What happens when business leaders rethink ministry and take business as mission beyond traditional church walls? Join Mike Bear, Joáo Mordomo and Jono Brake as they discuss the future of the podcast and what it really takes to build a marketplace church.In this transition episode, Mike Bear hands over official hosting duties to Jono Brake and Joáo Mordomo, marking an exciting new chapter for the podcast. Together, the trio explores how entrepreneurs, coaches, and executives can run a true disciple making business grounded in Christ rather than religious obligation. You will gain insights into the theology of work, relational ministry in corporate spaces, and how to reach unreached segments of society right where you operate.Key Takeaways• Podcast Leadership Handoff: Mike Bear officially transitions hosting responsibilities to Jono Brake and Joáo Mordomo while remaining connected to the BAM community.• Building a Marketplace Church: The team discusses how gathering and discipling believers outside Sunday services creates access to previously unreached business environments.• Living Out Business as Mission: True impact comes from leading out of your identity in Christ rather than performance-driven guilt or ethical legalism.• Relational Ministry in Action: Real stories demonstrate how executive coaching and workplace presence open doors to pastor people through personal crises.Connect with Us:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@officialbampodcastTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialbampodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialbampodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialbampodcast/#BusinessAsMission #BAM #MarketplaceCalling

Scott Sullivan and Robbie Norman conducted a podcast interview discussing intentional multiplication in discipleship, focusing on the fourth element of the FORMED: A Discipleship Culture Blueprint. They explored how to assess whether gospel preaching, and church culture produce multiplying disciples rather than just attendees, with Robbie sharing how First Baptist Statesboro tracks spiritual fruit through stories of transformation rather than just counting attendance numbers. The conversation covered practical steps for creating multiplying environments, including finding third-generation disciple makers and making multiplication visible through storytelling. They discussed challenges churches face when disciple-making processes break down, emphasizing the importance of having biblical, scalable, and reproducible systems. The interview concluded with practical suggestions for implementing multiplication, including highlighting disciple-making in membership classes and regularly training church members in discipleship practices.Discipleship Multiplication Effectiveness MeasurementScott and Robbie discussed the fourth element of the FORMED: A Discipleship Culture Blueprint, focusing on intentional multiplication. They explored how to measure the effectiveness of discipleship efforts beyond just attendance numbers, with Robbie sharing how First Baptist Statesboro tracks both metrics and stories of spiritual growth. The conversation highlighted the importance of evaluating fruit rather than just activity, and the need to identify where God is working in the church to join and support those efforts.Church Discipleship Process ImprovementScott and Robbie discussed how to assess and improve disciple-making processes in churches. Robbie emphasized the importance of having a biblical, scalable, and reproducible discipleship process and suggested diagnosing where people are dropping out in the process. They also discussed the need for clear communication of the process to church members. Scott highlighted the challenge of low baptism numbers in some churches and encouraged perseverance, noting that God may be working behind the scenes.Disciple-Making Environment Evaluation StrategiesScott and Robbie discussed evaluating disciple-making environments and preventing stagnation. Robbie shared how he identifies multiplication by looking for third-generation disciple makers, contrasting this with stagnant Sunday school classes. Scott recommended two resources for leaders seeking to implement effective discipleship strategies: the ReFocus Pathfinder revitalization plan through Rob Peters and upcoming regional cohorts launching in April 2026.Discipleship Culture Strategy DiscussionScott and Robbie discussed strategies for creating a discipleship culture in churches, focusing on making multiplication simple and repeatable. Robbie suggested sharing stories of multiplication through videos and social media to inspire others and emphasized the importance of lead pastors discipling others. They also discussed outreach methods, with Robbie sharing First Baptist Statesboro's approach of leveraging everyday interactions rather than traditional visitation programs. The conversation concluded with Robbie highlighting the importance of training disciple-makers and incorporating discipleship into the new member process.

Sunday morning message from Pastor Tim Potter. August 9, 2026

Pastor Justin Karl preaches on Luke 14:25-35

What does it take to remain faithful in youth ministry for more than four decades and still see your influence growing through future generations? In this interview episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards sits down with longtime ministry leader Hugh Kirby for a powerful conversation about youth ministry longevity, relational discipleship, mentorship, prayer, church leadership, and going the distance in ministry. Hugh has served in ministry for more than 42 years, including 17 years directly leading student ministry at New Hope Baptist Church in Fayetteville, Georgia. Today, he can look back and see former students influencing their own children, grandchildren, churches, and communities. But Hugh's ministry story began long before New Hope. He shares how God moved powerfully during his years playing football at Louisiana Tech, where more than 40 players and others connected to the team came to faith in Christ. Hugh reflects on the spiritual influence of his roommate Denny Duron, the leaders who invested in him, and the way God used relationships to shape his calling. Hugh also shares how Dr. Millard Box helped transform his understanding of discipleship as a teenager. Rather than building everything around programs, Dr. Box invited Hugh into a relationship-centered environment built on Scripture, honest conversation, accountability, and prayer. That experience became a model Hugh would carry into decades of youth ministry. In this episode, you'll hear about: • What helped Hugh remain faithful through 42 years of ministry • Why ministry longevity requires dependence on Jesus and support from family • How relational discipleship shaped Hugh as a teenager • Why relationships should come before programs • The importance of Scripture, accountability, and intimate prayer • How Hugh learned to build disciples who would disciple others • What youth pastors can learn from Jesus' progressive disciple-building model • How long-term ministry influences students, families, and generations • Why churches must keep Jesus—not programs—as the main thing • How mentors and mature believers shape a young person's future Hugh explains that effective discipleship is not simply giving students more information. It means entering their lives, building relationships, helping them understand Scripture, creating loving accountability, and teaching them how to walk personally with Jesus. This conversation is especially valuable for youth pastors, student ministry volunteers, Christian educators, parents, grandparents, mentors, and anyone who wants to invest in the next generation for the long term. Programs eventually end. Positions eventually change. But a life poured intentionally into another person can continue bearing fruit for generations. Listen and be encouraged to build relationships, make disciples, remain faithful, and go the distance in the ministry God has given you. Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq _________________________________________________________________________________

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Nearly half of practicing Christians already trust AI with their spiritual growth. This isn't the "should we use it" debate — that's settled. It's an honest look at where AI helps the real work of multiplication, and where it quietly substitutes for the thing disciple-making can't do without: a person, present, calling another person toward obedience. Read the companion blog post: "The Line AI Can't Cross in Disciple-Making" Join the Dare to Multiply community: multipliersmindset.com/dtmmembership

Cynthia names the guilt and pressure that can creep into disciple-making — and the tension every multiplier has to hold between fruitfulness and unconditional love.

In this episode, Jessie Cruickshank and Julia Schmaltz join me to talk about Becoming Good News and the argument at its center: that discipleship is less about acquiring information and trying harder and more about receiving; receiving a name and a story. We get into what happens in the brain when something finally gets named, why the sentences we say about ourselves function as theology, and how autobiographical memory shapes the story we think we're living in. We talk about the difference between receiving an identity and constructing one, why "receive" sounds like laziness to American ears, how healthy spiritual authority flows out of knowing who you are, and why loving your enemy turns out to be a requirement that starts in infancy rather than a skill reserved for the mature.Jessie Cruickshank is a Harvard-trained expert in the neuroscience of transformation. She founded Whoology to equip churches and leaders worldwide in brain-based discipleship. Author of Ordinary Discipleship and a sought-after speaker, Jessie weaves story, science, and faith to inspire lasting change. She lives in Colorado, where she enjoys mountain adventures with her husband.Julia Schmaltz is a storyteller and leader with three decades of ministry experience and serves as the chief operating officer of Identity Exchange, equipping others to live fearlessly in their true identity. Julia holds a master's in evangelism and leadership from Wheaton College and is shaping discipleship efforts across the globe. She lives in Orange County, California, with her husband and three adult children.Jessie & Julia's Book:Becoming Good NewsConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeSupport the podcast and the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below Support the show

Why aren't more Christians actually making disciples?It's easy to blame culture, busyness, or even the church. But the biggest barriers to living on mission aren't “out there”… they're internal.In this podcast we break down 7 mental barriers that quietly shut down disciple-making—and how to push through them.You'll discover:* Why some Christians never step into mission at all* How lack of surrender (Romans 12) blocks obedience* The truth about the Great Commission (Matthew 28)* Why many believers feel stuck and don't know how to start* The hidden mindset that keeps ministry “professionalized”* How the wrong model of church limits real impactThis isn't about guilt or pressure.It's about clarity—and stepping into what Jesus actually called us to.If you're serious about following Jesus, this matters.Learn more at 12Church.net Take the Personal Evangelism Crash Course Here:https://www.twelvechurch.net/evangelism-crash-courseDiscover the Missional Living Map: https://missionalmap.comLearn more about 12Church: https://12church.netGet access to any tools and resources mentioned in this video here:https://www.12church.net/toolsThe 8 Essential Traits of a Disciple: https://www.twelvechurch.net/dnahttps://12church.net is about structuring your life around the call to be a disciple of Jesus Christ who makes disciples. It's about learning HOW to make disciples in this time and place.

In Week 2 of our These Things You've Heard Me Say. series, we discover that the gospel was never meant to stop with us. In 2 Timothy 2, Paul reminds Timothy that what has been faithfully received must also be faithfully entrusted to others who will continue the work of making disciples.Disciple-making begins and ends with God's grace. His grace fuels our faithfulness, sustains us through the challenges of perseverance, and empowers us to invest in others for the sake of Christ. Though the work is often costly, the reward is seeing God transform lives, and the lasting result is a gospel legacy that reaches future generations.Join us as we explore what it means to faithfully guard the gospel—not by keeping it to ourselves, but by giving it away so others can do the same.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.orgConnect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity!Instagram: @integrity_churchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/

Justin Gravitt and Roy of the Navigators Church Ministries discuss Jesus-style disciple making, coaching pastors, growing disciple making cultures, and partnering across denominations. They describe a three-circle process (leadership core, church culture, sending disciples), practical pathways for spiritual growth, workshops on relational discipleship, and resources to help churches become sending communities.   Stay informed - Get our newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/hPViAr Get Discipleship.org's premium Podcast Feed: https://disciplemakerspodcast.supercast.com/  Check out the following eBooks from Discipleship.org: -- What Is Church? And How Important Is It?  https://discipleship.org/shop/what-is-church-and-how-important-is-it/ -- Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship https://discipleship.org/shop/family-discipleship-blueprint-a-year-by-year-guide-to-family-discipleship/ -- Becoming a Disciple Maker https://discipleship.org/shop/becoming-a-disciple-maker/ -- National Study: The State of Disciple Making Churches: A 10 Minute Visual Guide https://discipleship.org/shop/national-study-the-state-of-disciple-making-churches-a-10-minute-visual-guide/ -- Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women's Ministry in Your Church https://discipleship.org/shop/reaching-discipling-women-a-guide-to-womens-ministry-in-your-church/ Check out the following Books from Discipleship.org: -- Recreated to Be like God: Making Disciples in the Image of Jesus https://a.co/d/6DDvUrC -- King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship https://a.co/d/7d85z6T -- The Disciple Maker's Handbook: Seven Elements of a Discipleship Lifestyle https://a.co/d/4ZHIbQz Take the FREE Disciple Maker Assessment: https://church-multiplication.com/disciplemaker/ Come to the The National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/ Listen - Disciple Maker's Podcast:  https://discipleship.org/resources/podcast/

Youth ministry is hard work... but it was never meant to depend on one person doing everything. In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards shares a practical and biblical challenge for youth pastors, student ministry volunteers, church leaders, and parents: work smarter, not harder, by following Jesus' model of discipleship, delegation, and multiplication. If you are a volunteer youth leader, part-time youth pastor, or full-time student ministry leader, you already know the weight of ministry. The planning, teaching, trips, retreats, mission work, public school outreach, discipleship, counseling, and constant care for students can quickly become overwhelming. But Jesus did not build His ministry around doing everything Himself. He equipped disciples who would carry the mission forward. Doug unpacks key passages including Ephesians 4:12, 2 Timothy 2:2, Mark 3:13-15, and Matthew 28:19-20 to remind leaders that the goal is not simply to build bigger programs - it is to make disciples who make disciples. In this episode, you'll be encouraged to: • Stop carrying the entire ministry alone • Equip volunteers and students to do the work of ministry • Build a student ministry that can continue without depending only on you • Follow Jesus' model of investing deeply in a few to reach many • Delegate with purpose instead of guilt • Avoid burnout through sustainable leadership • Create disciple makers, not just event attenders Doug also shares how a forced sabbatical helped him realize he had waited too long to delegate and trust others with ministry responsibility. The question every youth pastor and ministry leader should ask is: If you disappeared for six months, would the ministry stop or would it continue because you developed disciple makers? Working harder may increase what you can accomplish. Equipping others increases what God can accomplish through His people. Disciple. Delegate. Multiply. Listen to more episodes from the Youth Worker On Fire Podcast here: https://bit.ly/3saDyYq _________________________________________________________________________________

Welcome to the Made For More podcast from Vineyard Cincinnati Church. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about the five values of VCC and how they shape who we are a followers of Jesus. In this episode we hear from our host Tyler Jarvis, Jennifer Shock, and Matt Massey as they talk about the value of "Disciple-Making". Send us Fan MailSupport the show

FORMED: Transformational TeachingScott Sullivan interviewed Jeremy Elam, Connections Pastor at Peavine Baptist Church, about the third element of the FORMED Discipleship Culture Blueprint: Transformational Teaching. They discussed how Peavine has grown from 500 to over 2,500 members over 15 years, with over 300 baptisms annually, and explored the four key components of transformational teaching: biblical authority, gospel impact, calling out the called, and measuring life change.Jeremy shared how Peavine creates clear pathways for people to move from hearing the truth on Sundays to practicing it during the week, including their Step 1 class and community outreach initiatives like paying off $6–7 million in medical debt. They also discussed Peavine's approach to leadership multiplication through intentional identification, development, and launching of new volunteers using spiritual gifts assessments and personality profiles, rather than just recruiting for specific roles.The conversation concluded with Jeremy explaining how they measure success through engagement metrics, people movement tracking, and sharing transformation stories during staff meetings to keep everyone focused on making multiplying disciples.Develop and offer clear on-ramps and pathways, such as Step 1 class, serving opportunities, and community outreach, to help church members move from hearing the truth to practicing it during the week.Maintain and update the monthly scorecard tracking volunteer movement, Step 1 class completions, and new volunteer deployment to ensure ongoing volunteer and leader development.Provide spiritual gifts assessments, personality profiles, and one-on-one conversations to help individuals identify their God-given wiring and match them to meaningful volunteer roles.Share stories of life transformation and vision wins regularly with staff and volunteer teams to reinforce the impact of their service and maintain focus on the mission.The Peavine staff continues to evaluate metrics beyond attendance, such as engagement, movement from guest to member, and stories of transformation, to measure spiritual fruit and discipleship impact. They regularly discuss “vision wins” in staff meetings to keep the team focused on the main mission, celebrate stories of life change, and maintain alignment with the church vision.Transformational Teaching and DiscipleshipScott explained the concept of transformational teaching, using the metaphor of concrete foundation building to illustrate how the Word of God refines and prepares believers to become multiplying disciples. He emphasized that transformational teaching focuses on biblical authority and gospel impact, not just information transfer.Scott invited listeners in Georgia to join regional discipleship cohorts led by Jeremy, with more detailed discussions planned for August.Gospel-Centered Transformational TeachingScott explained the importance of gospel-centered teaching, emphasizing that it transforms hearts rather than just modifying behavior. He outlined four key components of transformational teaching:Biblical authorityGospel impactCalling out the calledMeasuring life changeScott concluded by discussing the need to develop a discipleship culture that reaches, connects, matures, launches, and multiplies disciples. He asked Jeremy about building a culture of personal investment in learners' lives.Practical Spiritual Growth PathwaysJeremy discussed the importance of practical spiritual messages from the pulpit that filter down to small groups and one-on-one conversations, where people can take next steps in their faith journey.He identified the challenge of connecting head knowledge with heart application, citing James' warning about being hearers rather than doers of the Word.Jeremy explained that Peavine Church creates clear pathways for spiritual growth through Sunday morning invitations, Step 1 classes that call people to action, and community outreach projects both inside and outside the church building.Church Medical Debt InitiativeJeremy shared an example of how Peavine Baptist Church paid off $6–7 million in medical debt for three counties using a $25,000 offering, with Pastor Joel announcing the initiative from the pulpit.The church received community impact through letters sent to debtors directing them to a gospel-sharing video on the church website.Scott emphasized the importance of including next steps in all church activities and events, then shifted the discussion to focus on leadership multiplication and volunteer development strategies.Leader Development and Volunteer StrategyJeremy described his approach to identifying and developing leaders at Peavine, which involves tracking metrics like volunteer growth and completion of membership classes.He explained his shift in mindset from focusing on meeting needs to helping individuals discover their God-given gifts and talents for fulfilling volunteer roles.Scott emphasized the importance of calling people to purpose rather than just filling roles, referencing Jesus' approach of calling disciples to a relational journey, and questioned whether there are easy on-ramps for people to serve at Peavine.Church Service Involvement and MetricsJeremy explained that Peavine Church has different levels of service involvement, with some roles requiring formal training or code-of-conduct agreements while others have more flexible on-ramp opportunities.He shared his experience of eliminating the six-month waiting period for new members when he became kids pastor.The discussion then shifted to measuring spiritual transformation, where Jeremy outlined key metrics including attendance, group numbers, volunteerism, and tracking people's movement from first-time guests to regular attendees and members.Church Engagement and Growth StrategiesJeremy discussed the importance of measuring engagement rather than spiritual maturity through church metrics, emphasizing that serving opportunities and sharing transformation stories are key to growing the church.He shared an example of how telling life transformation stories to his connect card team has strengthened their spiritual growth and encouraged family members to join the church.When asked about staff culture, Jeremy explained that focusing on living out biblical principles and agreeing on the main thing creates significant ministry wins, even when people do not fully agree on every detail.Scott encouraged interested leaders in Georgia to sign up for the regional discipleship leader cohorts by reaching out via email to ssullivan@gabaptist.org.

Josh Howard presents a recorded talk from the 2026 pre-conference summarizing research on disciple-making churches and the seven core practices they share. Those seven practices are convictional leadership; obedience-based, reproducible models; prayer and Scripture as the foundation; relational community; clear pathways and expectations; mission beyond the walls; and leadership alignment. The episode explains how these principles work across different models, offers practical examples, and invites churches to apply the practices to grow a disciple-making culture. Stay informed - Get our newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/hPViAr Get Discipleship.org's premium Podcast Feed: https://disciplemakerspodcast.supercast.com/  Check out the following eBooks from Discipleship.org: -- What Is Church? And How Important Is It?  https://discipleship.org/shop/what-is-church-and-how-important-is-it/ -- Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship https://discipleship.org/shop/family-discipleship-blueprint-a-year-by-year-guide-to-family-discipleship/ -- Becoming a Disciple Maker https://discipleship.org/shop/becoming-a-disciple-maker/ -- National Study: The State of Disciple Making Churches: A 10 Minute Visual Guide https://discipleship.org/shop/national-study-the-state-of-disciple-making-churches-a-10-minute-visual-guide/ -- Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women's Ministry in Your Church https://discipleship.org/shop/reaching-discipling-women-a-guide-to-womens-ministry-in-your-church/ Check out the following Books from Discipleship.org: -- Recreated to Be like God: Making Disciples in the Image of Jesus https://a.co/d/6DDvUrC -- King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship https://a.co/d/7d85z6T -- The Disciple Maker's Handbook: Seven Elements of a Discipleship Lifestyle https://a.co/d/4ZHIbQz Take the FREE Disciple Maker Assessment: https://church-multiplication.com/disciplemaker/ Come to the The National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/ Listen - Disciple Maker's Podcast:  https://discipleship.org/resources/podcast/

Listen to this week's sermon, Subversive Spirituality preached by Pastor Justin Grimm from Psalm 67.

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This episode shares a recording on a simple, effective, reproducible disciple-making model used at Harding University. Hosts explain the five-step process: begin in prayer, invite face-to-face, set expectations, make a covenant, and follow rhythms of Jesus. Listeners will hear how two-by-two groups, Oikos mapping, and coaching produce multiplication across campus and churches, leading to new conversions, baptisms, and a culture of mission. Practical examples and resources for training and church planting are included. Stay informed - Get our newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/hPViAr Get Discipleship.org's premium Podcast Feed: https://disciplemakerspodcast.supercast.com/  Check out the following eBooks from Discipleship.org: -- What Is Church? And How Important Is It?  https://discipleship.org/shop/what-is-church-and-how-important-is-it/ -- Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship https://discipleship.org/shop/family-discipleship-blueprint-a-year-by-year-guide-to-family-discipleship/ -- Becoming a Disciple Maker https://discipleship.org/shop/becoming-a-disciple-maker/ -- National Study: The State of Disciple Making Churches: A 10 Minute Visual Guide https://discipleship.org/shop/national-study-the-state-of-disciple-making-churches-a-10-minute-visual-guide/ -- Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women's Ministry in Your Church https://discipleship.org/shop/reaching-discipling-women-a-guide-to-womens-ministry-in-your-church/ Check out the following Books from Discipleship.org: -- Recreated to Be like God: Making Disciples in the Image of Jesus https://a.co/d/6DDvUrC -- King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship https://a.co/d/7d85z6T -- The Disciple Maker's Handbook: Seven Elements of a Discipleship Lifestyle https://a.co/d/4ZHIbQz Take the FREE Disciple Maker Assessment: https://church-multiplication.com/disciplemaker/ Come to the The National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/ Listen - Disciple Maker's Podcast:  https://discipleship.org/resources/podcast/

In this episode of the Church Planter Podcast, Peyton Jones and Pete Mitchell introduce a new “church planter diary” style conversation where they discuss personal updates in the field of disciplemaking.Peyton gives an update on The Abbey, the church plant he is leading in Carlsbad, and shares what God has been doing through house gatherings, a new meeting space, team leadership, Sunday discussion groups, communion, micro-testimonies, and everyday disciple-making in the neighborhood.The conversation unpacks what it looks like to plant a church that is not just built around a Sunday service, but around people being formed, equipped, and released into mission where they already live. Peyton also talks about using Discipology in the church to pair people off, strengthen disciple-making, and help believers step into their own “micro mission.”If you are a church planter trying to build from the ground up, rethink Sunday gatherings, train leaders, and mobilize everyday believers, this episode gives you a real-time look at the messy, practical, and encouraging work of planting from the trenches.Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode:Simplify Church: simplifychurch.comNewBreed TrainingThanks for listening to the Church Planter Podcast. We're here to help you go where no one else is going and do what no one else is doing to reach people no one else is reaching.Make sure to review and subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service to help us connect with more church planters.

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Carson and Justin sit down with Keith Bolles and Butch Hodge to discuss what their journey of making disciples has looked like as they have walked it out together. Keith shares how he came to realize that his own way was no longer working and how embracing accountability transformed his relationship with God, leading him to abide more deeply in His Word. Butch reflects on more than 40 years of ministry and the joy of seeing firsthand that Jesus' model of disciple-making truly works.From Keith inviting Butch into his life to be discipled, to now partnering together in leading and making disciples, their story is a testimony to the power of intentional relationships, accountability, and obedience to Christ's command to make disciples.

Lauren and Jamie sit down with Ashlynn Clay for a deeper conversation following her previous appearance on the podcast. Ashlynn shares more of her story, what led her to the ELC, and how God has been working through her life since stepping into that season of obedience. Together, they discuss disciple-making, serving others, spiritual growth, and the fruit that comes from faithfully following Jesus wherever He leads. This episode is an honest and encouraging conversation about surrender, purpose, and what it looks like to invest in people for the Kingdom.

FORMED: Disciplemaking EnvironmentPodcast Recording Show NotesScott Sullivan and Matthew GibbsApril 9, 2026Scott Sullivan and Matthew Gibbs discussed the second element of FORMED: A Discipleship Culture Blueprint, focusing on disciple-making environments. They explored four key components using a concrete metaphor: water (Holy Spirit), sand (small groups), gravel (micro groups), and cement (personal one-on-one time with God). Matthew shared insights from Second Baptist Church in Warner Robbins, Georgia emphasizing the importance of connecting people through multiple environments rather than relying on just one. They discussed the danger of churches focusing solely on large group assemblies without intentional discipleship pathways. The conversation covered practical tips for aligning different environments, including creating intentional processes, recruiting and training leaders, and defining what biblical discipleship means. They concluded by highlighting the critical importance of pastors maintaining a strong personal walk with God and leading by example in discipleship.Discipleship Culture Blueprint PresentationScott presented the second element of their Discipleship Culture Blueprint, focusing on Disciplemaking Environments. He explained that discipleship doesn't happen by accident and requires intentional environments, using concrete as an analogy with water (Holy Spirit), sand (small groups), gravel (micro groups), and cement (personal one-on-one time with God) as essential components. Scott emphasized that while many churches focus on programs and systems, the key is to create environments where people can grow spiritually through relationships and community.Multi-Level Discipleship EnvironmentsScott discussed the importance of trust and personal relationships in transformation, using concrete illustrations like cement to represent a personal walk with God. He emphasized that Jesus modeled multiple discipleship environments, including large groups, small groups, micro groups, and one-on-one time with God. Scott highlighted a gap in many churches that rely on only one or two environments for discipleship and stressed the need for connecting people across multiple levels to facilitate greater life change.Church Discipleship Engagement StrategiesMatthew discussed how church members often value what is most accessible or central to them, noting that at Second Church, about 30% of members primarily attend large gatherings. He emphasized the importance of intentionally guiding people into smaller groups and discipleship environments to move them beyond just attending services. Matthew highlighted the difference between stated values and actual practices, using Second Baptist Church's mission to help people find and follow Jesus as an example. Scott shared an illustration about people "sniffing" a meal rather than fully engaging, emphasizing the need for integrated discipleship environments that foster genuine growth and collaboration.Intentional Discipleship Process DevelopmentMatthew and Scott discussed the importance of intentional discipleship processes rather than relying on assumptions. Matthew emphasized that programs should form people through a connected system rather than just filling calendars, suggesting a pathway from visitor to member to growing disciple to leader and multiplier. He recommended mapping out current processes to identify gaps and redundancies, then developing a plan to address these issues over the next 30-90 days.Ministry Environment Alignment DiscussionMatthew and Scott discussed the importance of aligning ministry environments to produce multiplying disciples rather than maintaining existing programs. Matthew emphasized that intentional, regularly evaluated environments are more likely to produce growth and multiplication, using a yard maintenance analogy to illustrate the point. They agreed on a definition of discipleship as a lifelong process where individuals mature in faith and multiply their experience. The conversation concluded with Scott asking about the importance of leadership pipelines for sustainability.Ministry Leadership Development StrategyMatthew discussed the importance of new leaders for ministry growth, outlining a process for recruiting, training, and developing leaders with the end goal of starting new groups within 18-24 months. He emphasized that pastors must lead by example in their personal walks with God and make disciple-making a regular part of their lives. Scott highlighted the principle that personal ministry should never outpace private devotion, and both agreed on the critical role of intentional environments and cultures in making disciples who multiply.

How to retool your ministry to bring disciple making to life.   Stay informed - Get our newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/hPViAr Get Discipleship.org's premium Podcast Feed: https://disciplemakerspodcast.supercast.com/  Check out the following eBooks from Discipleship.org: -- What Is Church? And How Important Is It?  https://discipleship.org/shop/what-is-church-and-how-important-is-it/ -- Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship https://discipleship.org/shop/family-discipleship-blueprint-a-year-by-year-guide-to-family-discipleship/ -- Becoming a Disciple Maker https://discipleship.org/shop/becoming-a-disciple-maker/ -- National Study: The State of Disciple Making Churches: A 10 Minute Visual Guide https://discipleship.org/shop/national-study-the-state-of-disciple-making-churches-a-10-minute-visual-guide/ -- Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women's Ministry in Your Church https://discipleship.org/shop/reaching-discipling-women-a-guide-to-womens-ministry-in-your-church/ Check out the following Books from Discipleship.org: -- Recreated to Be like God: Making Disciples in the Image of Jesus https://a.co/d/6DDvUrC -- King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship https://a.co/d/7d85z6T -- The Disciple Maker's Handbook: Seven Elements of a Discipleship Lifestyle https://a.co/d/4ZHIbQz Take the FREE Disciple Maker Assessment: https://church-multiplication.com/disciplemaker/ Come to the The National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/ Listen - Disciple Maker's Podcast:  https://discipleship.org/resources/podcast/

In this unique episode, Jay and Andy Noel sit down with Dr. Robert Coleman—author of The Master Plan of Evangelism—at his home in Wilmore, Kentucky. Their visit took place during the 2023 Asbury Revival; they missed the outpouring by just one day, but gained something just as meaningful: an intimate conversation with one of the most influential voices in disciple‑making.Dr. Coleman reflects on the heart behind The Master Plan of Evangelism, a book that may be even more about disciple‑making than evangelism itself. His insights are warm, wise, and deeply rooted in decades of walking with Jesus and training others to do the same.Listen in as this renowned leader shares what truly matters in making disciples who make disciples.Send us Fan MailThanks for listening to the Great Groups Podcast. Please visit GreatGroups.org for a list of all our episodes.We'd love to hear from you! Click here for our contact form. Jay Gordon is the Small Groups Minister at The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. Chris Amaro is an IT professional and serves as a Small Group Leader and Elder at Brook Hills.Lifetime Show NotesBrook Hills Pages:The Church at Brook Hills, Birmingham, Alabama, USASmall Group Leader Resources PageSmall Group Discipleship ResourcesSmall Groups @ Brook Hills

He gave his life to Jesus on a mountaintop in 1971 — and he's been reproducing his faith every single year since. He's in his 70s now. An auto mechanic by trade. No seminary, no title, no platform. And he has no intention of slowing down.I didn't sit down with Jim Albert to teach. I sat down to get challenged — and to learn from a man who's been making disciples longer than I've been alive.Jim spent the Cold War running missions out of Vienna into the Eastern Bloc. Today he's leading men into the hardest-to-reach places in India and discipling guys one-on-one in a Fredericksburg coffee shop. We talked about why discipleship is simple but not easy, the difference between making Jesus your Savior and your Lord, the "ABCs" of a quiet time he learned 50 years ago, why so many churches keep majoring on the minors — and the one verb in the Great Commission that most of them quietly ignore.If you've ever felt too unqualified, too under schooled, or too far along in life to make disciples — Jim is living proof that's a lie. This is exactly the kind of ordinary man this whole thing is for.

What would it take for disciple-making to not just be something your church does, but something embedded in its very culture? There are four key essentials: 1) Getting everyday people in the game, 2) Reaching fourth-generation and beyond, 3) Discipling both believers and those still searching, and 4) Expanding disciple-making beyond your local corner. In this lunch session, we'll unpack how these principles can move from theory to reality—proving that a thriving, multiplying disciple-making culture isn't just possible, it's within reach.   Stay informed - Get our newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/hPViAr Get Discipleship.org's premium Podcast Feed: https://disciplemakerspodcast.supercast.com/  Check out the following eBooks from Discipleship.org: -- What Is Church? And How Important Is It?  https://discipleship.org/shop/what-is-church-and-how-important-is-it/ -- Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship https://discipleship.org/shop/family-discipleship-blueprint-a-year-by-year-guide-to-family-discipleship/ -- Becoming a Disciple Maker https://discipleship.org/shop/becoming-a-disciple-maker/ -- National Study: The State of Disciple Making Churches: A 10 Minute Visual Guide https://discipleship.org/shop/national-study-the-state-of-disciple-making-churches-a-10-minute-visual-guide/ -- Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women's Ministry in Your Church https://discipleship.org/shop/reaching-discipling-women-a-guide-to-womens-ministry-in-your-church/ Check out the following Books from Discipleship.org: -- Recreated to Be like God: Making Disciples in the Image of Jesus https://a.co/d/6DDvUrC -- King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship https://a.co/d/7d85z6T -- The Disciple Maker's Handbook: Seven Elements of a Discipleship Lifestyle https://a.co/d/4ZHIbQz Take the FREE Disciple Maker Assessment: https://church-multiplication.com/disciplemaker/ Come to the The National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/ Listen - Disciple Maker's Podcast:  https://discipleship.org/resources/podcast/

Takeaway: Doctrine and application are meant to go together.   Action Step: Practice teaching doctrine through contextual obedience that can be passed on to others.     Show Notes:   Watch Us On YouTube  Justin's Website Tony's Website Navigators Church Ministries The Follow2Lead Podcast

How do you keep making disciples for the long haul without burning out or growing weary? In this message, guest speaker and JD Missions Regional Coordinator Jessica Harkins shares “Resilient Disciple Making,” a practical and encouraging teaching from the life of Paul and 1 Thessalonians. Learn how to build the right team, model the message with your life, and stay rooted in God's love as you faithfully make disciples.Bible Verses: