The KC Underground Podcast

Mark Thrash, president of NOVO and creative missionary, shares insights on teamwork in disciple-making. He emphasizes the significance of shared goals and accountability in ministry. Thrash introduces the 'Cave-Table-Road' rhythms, highlighting the balance between intimacy with God, community, and outreach. The conversation draws parallels between sports teamwork and discipleship, advocating for both structured strategies and organic growth in ministry. Fun and shared experiences are stressed as vital for strengthening team dynamics.

Jessica Harris, a passionate advocate for community and faith, shares her transformative journey of discovering her identity in the Kingdom of God. She emphasizes the power of divine love and the importance of authentic connections. Jessica discusses the creation of a welcoming home environment for Bible studies and worship, along with aspirations to build a community center. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their identity as beloved children of God, fostering a ministry grounded in love, childlike faith, and community-building.

Discover the nine transformative paradigm shifts essential for effective disciple-making movements. The discussion contrasts traditional evangelism with a community-centric approach, emphasizing the power of obedience and practical application. A focus on a multiplication mindset empowers individuals to engage actively in church planting. Reimagining church as inclusive spiritual families enhances collaboration among diverse communities, setting the stage for dynamic growth. Embrace this holistic perspective to revolutionize your understanding of discipleship and evangelism!

Explore the fascinating relational circles of Jesus, from the crowds to intimate one-on-one moments with His Father. The conversation emphasizes integrating relationships rather than keeping them segmented, sparking deeper connections. Discover the vital role of the 72 disciples and how intentional community-building can counter modern loneliness. Delve into practical strategies for fostering trust and meaningful dialogues in disciple-making. This insightful discussion inspires listeners to create safe spaces for spiritual growth and transformative conversations.

Cory and Brian dive into the transformative Matthew 28 Exercise, a tool for exploring Jesus' Great Commission. They discuss shifting church paradigms towards a movement mentality in disciple-making. The conversation highlights the biblical command to 'go' and the necessity of reducing hesitations in discipleship. They critique the traditional approach to baptism, advocating for empowering all believers to baptize. Accountability is spotlighted as essential for effective discipleship, encouraging listeners to take actionable steps in their faith journey.

In this discussion, the hosts delve into the vital role of ongoing team learning in urban disciple-making movements. They share humorous anecdotes, including a biking mishap, while emphasizing the shift from traditional training to dynamic, experiential learning. The conversation highlights challenges in fostering collaboration among expanding teams and the need for innovative strategies to strengthen connections. They also reflect on the delicate balance between organizational commitments and community engagement, aiming for practical, inclusive conversations.

Exploring the importance of starting with underlying biblical principles to guide adaptive practices in urban disciple-making movements. Discussing the challenges of avoiding a 'silver bullet' approach and focusing on core principles over repeating programs. Highlighting the significance of aligning tools with biblical foundations and balancing core beliefs with contextual experimentation.

Cayden Sommer and Sam Leichty from Awaken share their passion for disciple-making movements. They discuss personal faith journeys, family transformation, and strategies for outreach. The podcast explores the mission of incorporating family members into Jesus and mobilizing young adults for mission in Kansas City.

Morgan Greer, a KC Underground Hub director, discusses his journey from baseball player to missionary, emphasizing decentralized disciple-making. He shares insights on coaching and supporting discipleship, transitioning roles, building spiritual families, listening to God's guidance, and fostering relationships with non-believers.

Nick Herringshaw, a network leader in the Twin Cities area, discusses the importance of leading by example in disciple-making, sharing his journey of relational evangelism in Frogtown. He emphasizes the need for leaders to actively engage in disciple-making practices to stay radical in faith, reflecting on impactful evangelism stories and the challenges of balancing leadership responsibilities while remaining passionate about helping others.