The Disciple Maker‘s Podcast

Explore critical shifts in disciple-making culture with Jim Putman, focusing on relationships over activities, challenges for pastors, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the pace of discipleship. Discover the importance of aligning church practices with Jesus' teachings for effective disciple making and the significance of prioritizing family, personalized journeys, and relationships over knowledge and skills in discipleship.

Exploring the difference between churches with discipleship programs and disciple-making churches, the importance of longevity in ministry, the power of discipleship in church multiplication, the vision for a disciple-making church, challenges and successes in disciple-making, and the role of Impact Discipleship Ministries in church transformation.

Chris Harper, Founder of Betterman, discusses the concept of 'Discipling Men' in churches, emphasizing the benefits of small group studies for men. He highlights the importance of engaging in conversations about biblical manhood and masculinity. They also discuss the role of the church in men's discipleship and the shift in church culture. They address the negative portrayal of men in the media and the need for redefining masculinity. The struggles of church leadership and the urgency to encourage multi-generational discipleship are also explored.

Today’s episode is a follow-up conversation between Steve McCoy and Matt Dabbs. They continue their discussion on fostering a culture of discipleship by utilizing everyday people within the church. They wanna help ordinary people like me and you with accessible tools for sharing the Gospel and for making disciples. This episode serves as an encouragement and guide for us individuals listening and also for churches to foster a more intentional approach to disciple-making by utilizing the collective strength of their community. Highlight – “If you want to have a disciple making culture within your organization, your ministry, or your church, it is absolutely 100 percent impossible unless everyday people are in the game – Steve McCoy”   Watch The Video     Key Takeaways  00:00 Introduction to the Discipleship Talk 00:14 The Importance of Everyday People in Discipleship 01:15 The Challenges of Expert Culture in Churches 02:38 The Role of Discipleship.org in Empowering Everyday People 06:44 The Impact of Discipleship on Church Culture 06:47 The Effect of COVID-19 on Church Culture 14:43 The Importance of Relational Depth in Discipleship 27:16 The Impact of Discipleship on Church Growth and Leadership Development 29:14 Conclusion: The Excitement of Discipleship   To Learn more about Small Circle Click HERE Check out the National Study on Disciple Making in USA Churches Interested in taking an assessment on Disciple Making: Individual Disciple Maker Assessment   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

Steve McCoy, founder of 360 Church and developer of Small Circle App, discusses the value of personal discipleship and the impact of deep, intimate relationships. They explore the importance of intentionality and provide resources for getting started. Emphasis on the transformative potential of one-on-one discipleship and the need for authentic, deeply connected relationships.

Highlight – “Everything Jesus did was Discipleship.”  In today’s episode, Jason Shepherd discusses his revolutionary approach to Church Projects, a movement that started in 2010. He emphasizes the importance of distributing pastoral leadership, decentralizing church gatherings, and fostering diverse discipleship communities grounded in shared scripture. He also discusses the function of house churches and how they enrich the church community. Furthermore, he provides practical tips for managing kids within a house church setting and fostering powerful church growth. The discussion is tied together with a focus on aligning all church activities with Biblical teachings, values, and examples. Watch the Video        Key Takeaways  00:00 Introduction and Prayer 07:09 The Concept of Distributed Pastoral Leadership 11:28 The Importance of Diverse Discipleship Communities 14:30 The Balance Between Large Gatherings and House Churches 19:18 Protecting Sound Doctrine in House Churches 20:30 The Role of House Church Pastors 23:56 The Health of House Churches 27:19 The Structure of House Church Gatherings 29:17 The Role of Children in House Churches 33:18 The Benefits of a Separate Sunday Gathering 36:59 The Church Project Network   Check out our popular ebook on Becoming a Disciple Maker Interested in taking an assessment on Disciple Making: Individual Disciple Maker Assessment To learn more about church project visit: https://www.churchproject.org/    Join Jason Shepperd at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture  

Today we continue the conversation between Bobby Harrington and Matt Dabbs looking into the book "Discipleship that Fits." They discuss the importance of different types of discipleship relationships, such as the divine space, public space, social space, personal space, and transparent space. They also mention the benefits of different church sizes and advocate for prioritizing the divine space and transparent space for leadership development. They discuss how different spaces can be used in various church contexts and how they can troubleshoot problems by understanding the purpose of each space. If you are interested in taking an assessment on your church click HERE.  For access to the book and a free tool check out the links below:  Interested in a FREE TOOL related to this episode click HERE For access to the complete book Discipleship that fits click HERE  Watch the Video     Key Takeaways  00:00 Exploring the Concept of Discipleship 02:59 The Importance of Personal Relationships in Discipleship 03:18 The Five Discipling Relationships 06:33 The Role of Church Size in Discipleship 08:19 The Importance of Personal Relationship with God in Discipleship 18:00 The Role of Church Leaders in Discipleship 24:27 Troubleshooting Problems in Discipleship 28:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

In this episode of Disciple Making Culture Matt Dabbs interviews the point leader of Discipleship.org Bobby Harrington. They’re talking about steps to help your churches make disciples who then in turn make other disciples. They explore the importance of shifting focus from informing to equipping, from program to purpose, from activity to relationship, and finally from accumulating to deploying. This episode instills the value of creating that disciple-making culture within your church and integrating it into the everyday lives of your churchgoers. NEW!!! Making the DiscipleShift in Your Church The Basics in 5 Minutes   For more information on the book Disciple Shift click HERE For more information about Disciple Making Culture click HERE   Watch The Video       Episode Highlights: 00:00 The Importance of Disciple Making Culture 01:30 The State of Churches in Disciple Making 01:57 The Importance of Disciple Making Culture in Churches 02:53 The Consequences of Not Making Disciple Shifts 03:17 The Five Shifts to Help Your Church Make Disciples 06:35 The Importance of Discipling Relationships in Churches 16:22 The Importance of Deploying Disciples into Communities 23:34 The Importance of Practicing Discipleship   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

Join us in this thought-provoking and inspirational conversation with Josh Howard, founder of Ignite and a worker with E3 Partners. Howard shares his experiences as a worker in South Asia, discussing the incredible results of 'crazy farming' -- the method of widely spreading the Gospel seeds. He highlights the importance of prayer and fasting, and outlines practical steps for intentional evangelism and discipleship. The conversation also includes comparisons between South Asian and American cultures and the application of these worker strategies in both contexts. Feel encouraged by real stories of God's work and be equipped with helpful resources for your own evangelism journey. For more information about E3 Partners Click HERE For access to Josh Howards book Christian Extremism Click HERE Watch the Video     Key Takeaways  00:00 Discussing Cultural Differences and Evangelism 03:31 The Role of Prayer and Fasting in South Asian Christian Culture 06:30 The Importance of Contextualizing the Gospel 10:47 The Power of Prayer Walking and Personal Evangelism 17:00 The Power of Prayer and God's Timing in Evangelism 21:56 The Importance of Engaging in Evangelism 24:03 The Importance of Sowing Seeds 28:08 The Challenge of Preaching in the West 30:07 The Power of Personal Testimony 37:16 The Journey of a House Church Leader 38:17 Final Thoughts and Farewell   NEW!!!! Disciple Making Culture 10 Minute E-Book Interested in the current state of Discipleship in North American Churches? Check out our free resource: National Study on Disciple Making in USA Churches Interested in a free Ebook on Disciple Making Metrics: Disciple Making Metrics Ebook Join Josh Howard at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

Today Matt Dabbs is talking with Renee Sproles and throughout the discussion, they explore the importance of prayer, relationship, and actively involving women in discipleship. They also jump into the challenges of American cultural values versus what Scripture teaches us about discipleship. And as Renee shares her personal story with rigorous honesty, you’ll pick up on the significant role women have in discipleship and have some practical takeaways on how to start a disciple-making culture in your church. Let’s listen to this conversation between Matt Dabbs and Renee Sproles and be encouraged today. Watch The Video     Key Takeaways  00:00 Introducing the Guest and Topic 06:25 Identifying Potential Disciples and Building Relationships 09:19 The Role of Family and Church in Discipleship 14:49 The Importance of Making Space for Discipleship 16:44 The Influence of American Values on Discipleship 19:52 God's Stories: Miracles in Discipleship 21:41 Transformations through Discipleship 25:28 The Power of Prayer in Discipleship 30:18 The Importance of Celebrating Wins in Discipleship 33:16 The Power of Testimonies in Discipleship 34:29 The Importance of Intentionality in Discipleship 36:04 Closing Remarks and Future Plans   NEW!!!! Disciple Making Culture 10 Minute E-Book   Interested in taking a Disciple Maker Assessment? Check out our Individual Disciple Maker Assessment   Join Renee Sproles at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture