The Disciple Maker‘s Podcast

Today we've got Anthony Walker, Chris Harper, and Bobby Harrington talking about redefining manhood through a biblical and modern perspective. This is the Q&A session with speakers from the past two episodes, so if you haven’t listened to those, please skip back and do that before listening to this one. The world critiques any form of manhood as toxic… but these men are advocating for a higher calling for me: the call for a Christ-like model of masculinity. This discussion emphasizes the importance of men confirming each other's manhood, the role of mentorship and discipleship in developing godly men, and the power of community to combat isolation and foster spiritual growth. Get ready for some practical approaches and models for having Christ-like traits in your life. Registration for our upcoming event –  National Disciple Making Forum (Disciple Making Culture). Interested in more Main sessions from our Nashville City Tour event? Head to our website to get free access to all the video’s: https://discipleship.org/shop/2023-nashville-city-tour/  Watch The Video    Key Takeaways  00:00 Unpacking the Essence of Manhood: Archetypes vs. Stereotypes 00:44 The Power of Male Bonding and Mentorship 01:29 Addressing the Misconceptions of Masculinity 03:47 The Biblical Foundation of Manhood 05:50 The Impact of Embracing True Manhood 10:54 Navigating the Stereotypes and Finding Authentic Manhood 13:38 Creating Spaces for Men to Thrive and Connect 18:26 Practical Steps Towards Fostering Male Community and Growth 22:20 Conclusion: The Journey Towards Authentic Manhood   Check out these Free Ebooks:  Disciple Making Culture 10 Minute E-Book  Disciple Shift Ebook Discipleship That Fits Ebook Disciple Making Culture Visual Guide Interested in Audio books? Here are a couple of great options: Audio Book Becoming a Disciple Maker Audio Book National Sutdy on Disciple Making Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

Chris Harper of Betterman.com talks with us about the modern perceptions of gender and the confusion surrounding masculinity in our contemporary society. He critiques the progression in our country from a need for men to the questioning of what even defines a man. Chris takes us through a journey towards reclaiming manhood through biblical teachings, mentorship from older generations, and active participation in communities. Men simply need other men to guide them through intentional discipleship towards living as constructive contributors in our society and to become the protective “wall” to their families. Discovering Modern Manhood: A Transformative Journey The script narrates a personal story of attending a Lyle Lovett concert in 2011, which transitions into a life-changing revelation of impending fatherhood. Exploring the speaker's initial preference for a son and subsequent joy at discovering they would have a daughter, the narrative shifts to a broader discourse on modern perceptions of gender and the confusion surrounding masculinity in contemporary society. It critiques the progression from a need for men to a question of what defines a man, attributing current societal confusion to a lack of clear paths to manhood. Offering a solution, the speaker outlines a journey towards reclaiming manhood through biblical teachings, mentorship from older generations, and active participation in communities. This pathway includes invitations to transformation, clear definitions of masculinity, overcoming juvenile thinking, dedicated training, and finally, recognition and commissioning into responsible manhood. The message emphasizes the necessity of guiding men through intentional discipleship towards living as constructive societal contributors, akin to being a protective 'wall' around their communities. Registration for our upcoming event –  National Disciple Making Forum (Disciple Making Culture). Interested in more Main sessions from our Nashville City Tour event? Head to our website to get free access to all the video’s: https://discipleship.org/shop/2023-nashville-city-tour/  Watch The Video     Key Takeaways  00:00 A Concert Night to Remember: Discovering Unexpected Joy 01:22 Embracing Fatherhood: The Journey from Expectation to Reality 02:42 Navigating Modern Masculinity: A Call to Clarity and Purpose 03:10 The Crisis of Manhood: From Confidence to Confusion 06:41 The Path to True Manhood: Reclaiming Identity and Purpose 09:09 Mentorship and Transformation: The Ancient Path to Manhood 17:16 The Final Commission: Building the Wall of Manhood   Check out these Free Ebooks:  Disciple Making Culture 10 Minute E-Book  Disciple Shift Ebook Discipleship That Fits Ebook Disciple Making Culture Visual Guide   Interested in Audio books? Here are a couple of great options: Audio Book Becoming a Disciple Maker Audio Book National Study on Disciple Making   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

We’ve got Anthony Walker on the show today and he’s highlighting how men and women require different discipleship approaches. Where women may more naturally fit into ongoing continuous discipleship with their relationships, men typically have a harder time opening up. Anthony wants to help us have a new framework and a new approach for reaching and discipling men. He says we have to meet men where they are, accepting them along with their troubles, and helping them navigate through their lives by walking with Jesus as the ultimate guide. Men have unique struggles, but there is also power in fellowship with the men and guidance from them in overcoming life's challenges. Registration to our National Disciple Making Forum (Disciple Making Culture). Interested in more Main sessions from our Nashville City Tour event? Head to our website to get free access to all the video’s: https://discipleship.org/shop/2023-nashville-city-tour/    Watch The Video    Key Takeaways  00:00 Kicking Off with a Fast-Paced Introduction 00:40 The Parable of the Queen Isabella Causeway 01:40 Drawing Parallels: Men and the Barges of Life 02:36 The Importance of Discipling Men Differently 04:21 Utilizing Biblical Narratives for Modern Manhood 09:51 The Journey to Better Manhood: Meeting, Accepting, Navigating 14:08 Concluding Thoughts on Navigating Life with Faith   Check out these Free Ebooks:  Disciple Making Culture 10 Minute E-Book  Disciple Shift Ebook Discipleship That Fits Ebook Disciple Making Culture Visual Guide   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

We’re wrapping our special series on Disciple Making Culture with part 2 of a conversation with the Disciple Making Culture man himself - Brandon Guindon. If you haven’t heard part one, jump back to episode 40 and listen to that before going any further. This episode is an explanation of the final essential components of disciple making culture - relational environments and the reproducible process. We have to model Jesus' relational method of disciple-making by fostering environments for personal growth as well as application of biblical teaching, and also establishing methods for multiplying and expanding the culture. Brandon also gives us practical advice on forming small groups and strategies to encourage the reproduction of disciple-making efforts within our church communities. Check out Real Life Texas at: reallifetexas.org  Registration to our National Disciple Making Forum (Disciple Making Culture). Buy Brandon Guindon's book Disciple-Making Culture at 45% off — just $9.99 — for a limited time by using code "DISCIPLESHIP" during checkout here: https://himpublications.com/product/disciple-making-culture/    Key Takeaways  00:00 Diving Into Part Two: Continuing the Disciple Making Culture Conversation 00:26 Exploring Key Component #3: The Power of Relational Environments 07:19 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Discipleship and Empowerment 15:52 Practical Insights: Building Reproducible Disciple Making Processes in Churches 29:42 Leveraging Resources and Encouragement for Disciple Making 32:15 Closing Thoughts: The Journey of Discipleship Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

We’re finishing up our special series on Disciple Making Culture with 2 special interviews with Brandon Guindon. Brandon is the founding pastor of Real Life Ministries in Texas and today he’s talking with Matt Dabbs about developing a disciple-making culture within your church by sharing his insights on the challenges faced in maintaining perseverance and the American pragmatism that often discourages long-term discipleship. Check out Real Life Texas at: reallifetexas.org  Registration to our National Disciple Making Forum (Disciple Making Culture). Buy Brandon Guindon's book Disciple-Making Culture at 45% off — just $9.99 — for a limited time by using code "DISCIPLESHIP" during checkout here: https://himpublications.com/product/disciple-making-culture/    Key Takeaways  00:00 Diving Deep into Disciple Making Culture 06:16 Exploring the Biblical Foundation of Disciple Making 16:49 The Challenge of Discipleship in Modern Churches 19:50 Discovering the Path to Discipleship 20:43 A Divine Encounter and a New Direction 21:14 The Essence of True Discipleship 23:37 Intentional Leadership in Discipleship 29:00 Building a Disciple-Making Culture in the Church 32:51 The Long-Term Commitment to Discipleship 33:46 Exploring Future Projects and the Importance of Grit   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

Todd Wilson discusses the challenges American churches face in fostering a disciple-making culture, highlighting how program-heavy or consumer-driven churches hinder discipleship. He introduces six key elements for establishing a new model that prioritizes relational disciple-making over institutional growth. The conversation explores the impact of church growth movements, the necessity of redefining success, and the need for a paradigm shift in church operating systems.

We have the privilege of speaking with Todd Wilson in this episode. He’s the former founder of Exponential and the current directional team leader of the Renew Movement. Todd and Matt Dabbs dive into the challenges and statistics surrounding disciple making in U.S. churches. Our current plan to use church programs for church growth has created a barriers to a real disciple-making culture. Wilson argues for a shift towards relational disciple making as a primary way of growth, especially after the impact COVID has had on church trends. We need a new paradigm. You know it and I know it. We need one that embraces relational disciple making to ensure the future of church growth. Check out Renew Movement: https://renew-movement.org/  Registration to our National Disciple Making Forum (Disciple Making Culture) is now open. Use discount code podcast to get $25 off your ticket.  Check out the National Study on Disciple Making in USA Churches Interested in taking an assessment on Disciple Making: Individual Disciple Maker Assessment Key Takeaways  00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:24 Exploring the Mission and Impact of Exponential 00:45 The Tipping Point in Church Planting and Discipleship 02:14 Strategic Shifts in Church Planting Post-Exponential 03:21 Renew Movement: A New Direction in Church Planting 04:06 The Impact of COVID-19 on Church Dynamics 06:56 Unpacking the Study on Disciple Making Culture 09:13 Challenges and Realities of Institutional Church Growth 16:17 Redefining Church Culture for Future Generations 41:09 The Economic and Paradigm Shifts Required for Change 46:12 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture  

This episode features a conversation with Matthew Anderson, who has been instrumental in planting churches and making disciples in Utah through Plant Utah. Be prepared for an in-depth exploration of disciple-making and church planting in a region where Evangelical Christians represent a very small minority. Matthew shares insights into the unique challenges of ministry in Utah, emphasizing relational and experiential engagement over traditional apologetics. This conversation covers the evolution of their ministry model from house churches to a network of microchurches, and the essential role of genuine relationships, intentional discipleship, and reliance on the Holy Spirit in their mission.  Registration to our National Disciple Making Forum (Disciple Making Culture) is now open. Use discount code podcast to get $25 off your ticket.  For more information about Matthew Anderson and the work he is doing you can visit: https://www.plantutah.com/    Key Takeaways  00:00 Meet the Disciples: Matt Dabbs and Matthew Anderson 00:33 The Mission in Utah: Disciples Making Disciples 01:07 The Challenges of Evangelism in Utah 01:37 The Strategy: Discipleship and Church Planting 01:52 The Reality of House Churches and Missional Communities 03:23 Understanding the Culture and Context of Utah 06:23 The Approach: Intentional and Relational Disciple Making 08:17 The Impact: Stories of Transformation and Growth 14:27 The Process: From Discovery Groups to Micro Churches 30:01 The Power of Intentionality and Culture in Discipleship 35:52 Conclusion: The Long-Term Commitment to Disciple Making   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

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Explore spiritual warfare and demonic possession with Marcus Warner as he discusses the battles of the mind and emotional struggles. Learn about the importance of recognizing spiritual attacks and addressing them with a biblical worldview. Discover practical strategies for sustainable discipleship and healing in churches, highlighting the impact of spiritual realities on individuals' lives.