The Disciple Maker‘s Podcast

Transforming Lives through Relational Discipleship: Insights from The Crossings Church In this episode we’ve got Ashlee Catizon, who, along with her husband RJ, leads the youth ministry at The Crossings Church in Missouri. Ashlee and Matt Dabbs discuss the church's successful, decades-long journey in disciple-making and integrating the youth through relational, intentional practices rooted in Christ's teachings. Ashlee shares insights into their discipleship approach, emphasizing relational evangelism, small group interactions, and the importance of creating a welcoming environment for both believers and seekers. Link to the Crossings Church -- https://www.thecrossingschurch.com/ Registration to our National Disciple Making Forum (Disciple Making Culture) is now open. Use discount code podcast to get $25 off your ticket.  Watch The Video      Key Takeaways  00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation 00:37 Discussing the Process of Discipleship 00:51 The Importance of Relationship in Discipleship 01:21 The Role of Small Groups and Personal Interaction 01:44 The Structure of Weekly Meetings and Devotionals 02:56 The Process of Bringing New People into the Group 05:52 The Importance of Personal Investment in Discipleship 08:50 The Role of Love in Discipleship 11:13 The Importance of Repentance in Discipleship 14:13 The Role of Gender in Discipleship Groups 18:24 The Importance of Obedience in Discipleship 20:57 The Importance of Repentance in Faith 21:34 The Role of Grace and Repentance in Personal Growth 22:13 The Power of Transformation through Faith 23:15 The Impact of Faith on Personal Relationships 25:03 The Growth and Success of the Church 26:59 The Importance of Diversity in the Church 37:11 Personal Reflections on Faith and Growth 41:49 Closing Thoughts and Reflections   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

Dan Leitz delves into the evolving interpretations of the Gospel, stressing the importance of clear definitions in church communities. He highlights the need for a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural context of biblical texts, emphasizing the transformative power of the Gospel message, and the necessity for churches to maintain a solid, accurate portrayal of the divine message for congregations.

Guest Grant Skeldon discusses bridging generational gaps in churches, importance of mentorship for younger generations, impact of technology and parenting on millennials & Gen Z, benefits of intergenerational connections, challenges of coddling youth, and practical advice for church growth.

Highlight – “Do you know what a disciple is?” In part two of our insightful conversation with Jim Putman, we delve deep into defining discipleship as per biblical context. Using Matthew 4:19 as a basis, Putman discusses how we must understand and apply Jesus' invitation effectively to cultivate a deeper relationship with disciples. He emphasizes realizing shared understanding, a shared process, and shared methodology to facilitate unified discipleship. By using Christ's transformed New Testament definition of the church, Putman helps readers redefine words like 'disciple' and 'church' in the original biblical sense. Drawing parallels with sports teams and their teamwork, he underlines the importance of understanding terms and expressions in alignment with culture and scripture to avoid communication deficits. Tune into this enlightening discussion, especially if you're a church leader seeking to improve your understanding and approach to discipleship. Check out our NEW Disciple Shift Ebook Check out the entire book Disciple Shift Join Jim Putman at our national Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/   Watch The Video      Key Takeaways  00:00 Defining Discipleship: The Importance of Clear Definitions 02:23 The Importance of Shared Understanding in Discipleship 05:36 The Invitation to Ordinary People 08:54 The Importance of Alignment and Consistent Definitions 10:52 The Role of Church in Discipleship 15:42 The Five Spheres of Discipleship 17:39 The Impact of Church Leadership on Home Life 19:11 Societal Shifts and Their Impact on Church Attendance 20:54 The Role of Love in Christian Discipleship 23:28 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Discipleship 32:36 The Power of Invitational Relationships in Discipleship 35:27 The Challenges and Opportunities of House Church Movements   Join us at our National Forum this May on Disciple Making Culture

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