The More Disciples Podcast

The More Disciples Podcast
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The More Disciples Podcast

Every passionate follower of Jesus has a deep desire to share their faith with others. How do we make and multiply disciples around the block and around the world? How do we do it at a rate that can compete with population growth, a growing secular culture, and 40% of the world considered completely unreached? With hosts, Doug Lucas of Team Expansion, Lee Wood of 1Body Church, John Heerema of Biglife, Dori Yuen of Channel Network and special guests from around the world, we’ll explore how believers can come together to make More Disciples. Learn more at https://moredisciples.com

  1. 07/16/2024

    Reflecting on the Journey: Season Finale

    In this season finale of the 'More Disciples Podcast', the hosting team consisting of Dori Yuen, John Heerema, Doug Lucas, and Lee Wood reflect on the range of topics and guests featured throughout the season. Sharing their favorite episodes, they highlight how the podcast has reinforced the importance of perseverance and resilience in making disciples around the world. The team also appreciates the camaraderie developed during the podcasting process. They conclude with a group prayer, thanking the divine for enabling them to successfully complete the season while hoping that this podcast has encouraged listeners to lead the life of a disciple maker. 00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast 00:20 Season Finale: Reflecting on the Journey 01:53 Appreciating the Team: A Tribute to the Hosts 02:21 Favorite Episodes: A Walk Down Memory Lane 11:48 The Impact of the Podcast: Personal Transformations 13:48 The Bigger Picture: Seeing God's Work in the Podcast 16:40 The Power of Collaboration: Building Relationships Through the Podcast 17:45 The Future of More Disciples: Looking Ahead 20:56 Closing Prayer: A Blessing for the Journey Ahead 22:07 Final Thoughts: An Invitation to Share Your Story

    23 min

  2. 07/09/2024

    Shoulder to Shoulder: Advocating for Women's Role in Discipleship

    In this episode of More Disciples podcast, our hosts are joined by special guests, Chad & Leslie, founders of 10/40 Connections, a discipleship initiative focused on Asia and the Middle East. They discuss their journey to create an inclusive model for discipleship that embraces both men and women, rooted in the belief that all believers are called to make disciples around the world. In addition to highlighting their work in the context of house churches, the conversation also touches on the cultural, theological, and practical challenges of gender inclusion in church leadership roles. They emphasize the importance of theology in ensuring a consistent interpretation of scriptures and living out biblical teaching in daily life. The band also takes a moment to remember their late friend and co-laborer Kent Parks, and his lifelong passion for disciple-making around the world. 00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast 01:02 Introducing Special Guests: Chad and Leslie 01:39 The Role of Women in Church and Missions 04:10 The Journey of Chad and Leslie in Ministry 06:19 The Vision of 10 40 Connections 07:18 Engaging with Local Churches and Indigenous Tribes 13:03 The Power of Women in Ministry: A Real-Life Story 15:58 Understanding the Role of Women in Scriptures 23:57 Discussing the Role of Women in Church 24:13 Understanding the Redemption and Qualifications for Deacons 24:51 Introducing Tools for Teaching and Understanding 25:29 Exploring the Resource 'Serving Shoulder to Shoulder' 27:22 Discussing the Importance of Language and Translation 28:48 Sharing Personal Experiences and Struggles 29:39 Addressing the Role of Women in Movements 31:47 Discussing the Importance of Theology 38:59 Sharing Local Ministry Experiences 45:33 Closing Remarks and Prayer

    48 min

  3. 07/02/2024

    Inspirational Stories from the Frontlines of Modern Discipleship

    In this More Disciples podcast episode, guest Eric Derry talks about his involvement in zume.training and his passion for making disciples around the world. He shares his unique experience as a 'Prayer Walker' and how it helped spread faith in his community. Discussing the Zume project, he highlights the support it offers in training disciplers. Derry also explains the creation of the 'Fidelis International Seminary,' an obedience-based master's level program for focusing on scripture and public policy. He shares his experiences, stories of faith, and hopes for the future through his role as the executive director of Fidelis. 00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast 01:06 The Power of Prayer Walking: A Personal Experience 03:31 The Impact of Prayer Walking: A Community Transformed 08:57 Training in Prayer Walking: Tools and Techniques 12:57 The Global Reach of Zume Training 20:20 The Power of Persistence in Disciple Making 22:11 Tracking Discipleship Progress with Disciple Tools 23:07 The Power of Free Tools 24:03 The Importance of Patience in Influence 24:41 The Strategy of Persistence 27:38 The Excitement and Concerns of the Journey 31:11 The Impact of Passion and Resilience 33:03 The Joy of Seeing God's Work 35:03 The Power of Co-Laboring in Movements 38:37 The Role of Fidelis in Disciple Making 41:03 The Prayer for Focus and Intimacy with God 42:50 Conclusion: The Call to Make More Disciples

    43 min

  4. 06/25/2024

    Media to Movement: A Powerful Shift in Making Disciples

    In this episode of the 'More Disciples Podcast', special guests discuss the idea of using innovative media strategies to create and multiply disciples both in local communities and globally. The discussion focuses on utilizing various social media platforms and other digital tools to engage with spiritual seekers, with the ultimate goal of establishing church movements. They share their experiences and challenges, along with practical strategies for creating engaging digital content and managing efficient outreach efforts. The discussion also highlights the importance of building coalitions, adjusting to the changing demographics of social media users, and the cost-effectiveness of using a digital approach in disciple-making. 00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast 00:21 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions 00:44 The Story of Chris V: From Soccer Game to Spiritual Journey 02:21 The Power of Media in Finding Spiritual Seekers 02:47 Chris V's Experience in the Balkans 03:33 Media to Movement: A Revolutionary Approach 04:26 The Strategy Behind Media to Movement 06:36 The Role of Digital Filters in Finding People of Peace 08:07 The Use of Disciple Tools in Tracking Contacts 09:45 Addressing Security Concerns in Media to Movement 11:24 Adapting Media to Movement Strategies to Different Contexts 17:32 The Importance of Willingness and Adaptability in Media to Movement 18:42 The Challenge of Competency in Media to Movement 21:26 Discussing the Importance of Collaboration 22:06 Addressing the Challenges of Implementing Training 22:43 Exploring the Potential of European Networks 23:35 Dealing with Content Censorship and Pushbacks 24:22 Understanding Audience and Platform Protocols 25:38 Creating Engaging Content: Real-life Examples 33:36 Discussing the Role of Coalitions in Media Movement 35:36 Exploring the Use of Alternative Platforms 38:40 Sharing Personal Experiences and Success Stories 40:55 Closing Remarks and Prayer

    46 min

  5. 06/18/2024

    Brian Sanders' Perspective on the Evolution of Discipleship

    In this More Disciples podcast, special guest Brian Sanders, the founder of the Underground movement, discusses the importance of building a united church front and mobilizing the Christian community towards its transcendent purpose. The panel examines the challenges the church faces today and the need for believers to be courageous, creative, risk-taking and adaptive. They also explore the idea of Micro-churches, with Sanders emphasizing the church's call to constant renewal and growth. He underlines the need for humility and unity, as well as a new set of skills, to truly unite and mobilize for a cause greater than individual selves. 00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast 00:21 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions 00:43 Special Guest: Brian Sanders and His Impact 01:05 The Role of Courage in Discipleship 01:40 Brian's Journey: From Fear to Faith 02:02 The Relationship Between Risk and Discipleship 03:01 The Concept of the Heart in Scripture 04:18 Brian's Missionary Journey and the Underground 05:16 The Power of Small Brave Choices 05:31 Stepping Away from the Prevailing Model of Church 08:42 The Church Across the City: A Vision for the Future 09:46 The Church: Definitions and Perspectives 18:04 The Church: An Incubator for Missions 26:28 The Church: A Beacon of Hope and Light 29:16 The Triumph of Hope and Redemption 31:23 The Fear of Failure and the Courage to Adapt 32:14 The Power of Vulnerability and Leadership 36:54 The Dream of a United Church Front 39:49 The Challenge of Mobilizing the Church 43:00 The Vision for a Collaborative Future 49:06 The Power of Prayer and Encouragement 49:52 Closing Remarks and Invitation

    50 min

  6. 06/11/2024

    Ron Johnson: The Intersection of Leadership and Discipleship

    In this episode of 'The More Disciples Podcast', the hosts and special guest discuss different strategies for making and multiplying disciples around the globe. The guest, Ron Johnson, shares his journey from being irreligious to becoming a key figure in the church planting movement. The team discusses various models of discipleship, such as the prevailing church model and the movement Directed Discovery Method Church Planting Model (DMM CPM). He shares the success his church has seen in introducing the obedience-focused simple churches alongside the existing church structure. The conversation also touches on the need for continuous leadership development at all levels, the importance of prayer, the challenges of leading multiple church movements, and the pathways to growth and multiplication in the ministry. 00:01 Introduction: The Mission of Discipleship 00:21 Meet the Hosts: A Diverse Team of Disciples 00:43 Guest Introduction: Ron Johnson's Journey to Faith 01:00 From Irreligious to Church Planter: Ron's Spiritual Journey 02:06 Understanding the Prevailing Church Model 02:43 Exploring the RST Church Model 03:39 The Power of Simple Churches: A New Approach to Discipleship 04:33 The Impact of Movements: From Local to Global 04:44 The Shift to Movement: Ron's Personal Transformation 05:39 The Challenges of Population Growth and Church Planting 06:26 The Role of Technology in Spreading the Gospel 07:55 The Power of Collaboration: Connecting Across Cities and Nations 09:13 The Impact of Humility and Collaboration in Leadership 17:41 The Shift from Knowledge-Based to Obedience-Based Discipleship 18:32 The Power of Multiplication in Church Growth 19:53 The Role of Humility in Leadership and Discipleship 20:35 The Challenges and Rewards of Changing Church Models 23:44 The Power of Prayer and Hope in Church Growth 24:16 The Prosperity of the Church 24:27 The Church's Growth During Covid 24:55 The Church's Outreach and Impact 25:49 The Challenges of Preaching in a Western Context 26:34 The Importance of Prayer and Humility 28:21 The Role of Leadership Development in the Church 29:36 The Struggles and Triumphs of Leading a Church 30:25 The Importance of Continuous Training and Leadership Development 33:12 The Role of Prayer in the Church's Success 35:03 The Challenges and Opportunities of Leading a Church 36:12 The Importance of Unity and Collaboration in the Church 41:16 The Power of Obedience and Faithfulness 43:43 The Call to Make More Disciples

    44 min

  7. 06/04/2024

    Damian Gerke: “Are You Who You Want to Be?”

    In this episode of the More Disciples Podcast, the guest is speaker and author Damian Gerke. He has recently written a book titled 'Are You Who You Want To Be?', which discusses the significance of understanding personal identity as a Christian and how it reflects on being a disciple of Jesus Christ. In the podcast, he shares his journey of understanding his identity and purpose in Christ. Damian discusses the importance of unity and community in practicing the teachings of Christ and how focusing on disciple-making can lead to salvation for believers. He also highlights the idea of existential identity that stems from one’s relationship with God. A strong understanding of one’s identity can impact personal faith and the ability to make disciples. 00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast 00:22 Meet the Team: Introducing the Podcast Hosts 00:38 Special Guest Spotlight: Damian Gerke 00:55 Deep Dive: Exploring Identity and Spiritual Growth 02:00 The Journey: From Lost to Found 02:36 Reflections on Personal Growth and Transformation 03:57 Behind the Scenes: The Story of Damian's Introduction to Disciple Making 06:54 Unpacking the Book: 'Are You Who You Want to Be?' 18:00 Understanding Identity: Inside Out vs Outside In 20:35 Finding Identity in Ministry 21:38 The Power of Self-Surrender 22:09 The Echoes of the Holy Spirit 25:15 The Struggle of Identity 29:44 The Importance of Community 31:07 The Role of Identity in Disciple-Making Movements 35:43 The Power of Love in Disciple-Making 37:41 The Release of the Book 39:19 Closing Prayer and Reflection

    41 min

  8. 05/28/2024

    Kent Parks: Understanding the Depth of Global Disciple-Making

    During the More Disciples Podcast Season 3, Kent Parks, a seasoned advocate for Disciple Making Movements, shares insights from his own transformative experiences in Indonesia and beyond. Grounding his perspectives in biblical texts and historical contexts, he discusses how radical breakthroughs in discipleship call for the unlearning of certain traditional approaches and a commitment to hands-on, on-the-ground methods that are more reproducible by disciples. Parks emphasizes the need to align missions with the audacious goal of reaching all people groups and to be ready to pay any price required. Despite the thrill and exhilaration of the discipleship journey, Parks is also mindful of the corresponding growth of evil, the bitterness, anger, and challenge that closely follows every positive stride forward, driving home the message of resilience in the face of adversity and the need for a unified global Ecclesia. 00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast 00:42 Guest Introduction: Ken Parks 00:51 Ken's Journey in Indonesia and the Birth of DMM 02:24 The Growth of Beyond and its Impact 04:00 The Power of Generational Growth 05:39 The Global Vision of the Ecclesia 14:08 The Importance of Disciple-Making 15:53 Lessons from the Early Days of DMM 20:46 The Growth and Momentum of Movements 21:30 The New Era of Missions 22:01 Honoring the Pioneers 23:25 The Battle Within and Without 28:12 The Role of Disasters in Missions 35:27 The Power of Prophetic Voice 37:36 The Call to Action 38:16 Closing Remarks and Prayer 40:27 Final Thoughts and Next Steps

    41 min
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Every passionate follower of Jesus has a deep desire to share their faith with others. How do we make and multiply disciples around the block and around the world? How do we do it at a rate that can compete with population growth, a growing secular culture, and 40% of the world considered completely unreached? With hosts, Doug Lucas of Team Expansion, Lee Wood of 1Body Church, John Heerema of Biglife, Dori Yuen of Channel Network and special guests from around the world, we’ll explore how believers can come together to make More Disciples. Learn more at https://moredisciples.com

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    The More Disciples Podcast
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    73
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