Church of the City New York Compelling Missional Disciples: Filling Formational Gaps - Jon Tyson
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Oct 30, 2023 
In this podcast, Pastor Jon Tyson teaches on becoming fully trained as maturing disciples. He discusses the importance of recognizing and addressing spiritual deficits, filling the gaps in discipleship, and embracing continuous discipleship. The podcast also explores Acts chapter 6 and the challenges faced by the early church. It emphasizes the idea of permissionless ministry and bringing intensity and engagement to community groups.
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Jesus Invites Full Imitation Not Mediocrity
- Jesus promises the student who is fully trained will be like their teacher, calling disciples to aim for full imitation of Christ.
- Jon Tyson frames formation gaps as deficits shaped by family and spiritual upbringing that must be intentionally filled.
Missionary Warned Not To Import Western Models
- Tyson recounts an American missionary meeting a thriving persecuted church leader who feared the American model would dilute his work.
- The story shows Western church models can be inappropriate or harmful in other contexts.
Cross Train Your Discipleship Skills
- Integrate diverse discipleship streams instead of weaponizing traditions against each other; pursue cross-training in prayer, theology, service and spiritual gifts.
- Tyson points to Paul as the model who combined preaching, miracles, theology, pastoral care and courage.