The Saturate Podcast
Saturate
Saturate is committed to seeing a gospel movement happen in North America and beyond in which every man, woman, and child have a daily encounter with Jesus in word and deed. This podcast is an ongoing conversation with disciples, leaders, and experts growing in the gospel and growing in living the implications of the gospel in community and on mission.
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Nov 16, 2020 • 52min
Decentralized Discipleship with The Underground
In this episode of the Saturate Podcast, Duke Revard and Jeff Vanderstelt talk with Jeremy Stephens and Tomy Wilkerson from The Underground. We’ll talk about micro churches, the similarities and differences between them and missional communities. We learn from what The Underground has learned over the 10 years of decentralized discipleship.
Nov 5, 2020 • 29min
Family Discipleship in the Everyday
In this episode of the Saturate Podcast, Jeff Vanderstelt and Duke Revard talk about family discipleship in the everyday stuff of life. In COVID we’ve seen some of our discipleship structure break down which has revealed both the ways parents are and aren’t equipped to disciple their kids. So while family discipleship is alway important, it is perhaps one of the most important areas for us to give attention to as we equip others in this season.
Sep 9, 2020 • 58min
Churches Owning the Lostness of a City Together
In this episode of the Saturate Podcast, Duke Revard and Jeff Vanderstelt talk with Will Plitt, Executive Director of Christ Together about unifying churches in a city for Gospel Saturation. Will and Jeff make the biblical case for unity on mission. They share some of the proven principles which lend themselves to unity and other practices that derail churches working together. This episode is both information and an invitation to engage in gospel saturation with Christ Together and Saturate.
Aug 27, 2020 • 47min
COVID: A Bright Light Shone on America’s Ecclesiology
In this episode of the Saturate Podcast, Duke Revard and Jeff Vanderstelt step in as new hosts to launch a new season. Duke and Jeff discuss how the COVID reality has shone a bright light on how we view the church and how we’re doing at making disciples. They discuss different responses they are seeing and what leaders and churches can do to seize the opportunity God is giving us in these strange days.
Aug 5, 2020 • 19min
Episode 104: Where We’re Headed
In this episode of the Saturate Podcast, Brad Watson looks back at the first 103 episodes and makes a few observations on the choices we all face in this "missional moment". Brad also announces an exciting change to the podcast and his role in it. Be on the lookout for next season hosted by Duke Revard and Jeff Vanderstelt.
Special thanks to: Jared Pickney, Sara Parker, Sunee Hillyer, Ben Fort, Amy Lathrop, Josh Cherian, and many regular guests and listeners.
Jun 16, 2020 • 37min
Episode 103: How We Can Train Everyone Theologically
In this episode of the Saturate Podcast, Brad Watson talks with Chris Gonzalez about city-based theological education that reimagines seminary to be something that is for everyone and for the long-term transformation of not only our churches but our cities. They talk about endurance and learning environments that build the kingdom
Apr 29, 2020 • 1h 5min
Episode 102: Decentralized Discipleship
In this episode, Jeff Vanderstelt, Bob Roberts, and Ben Connelly talk about lessons they've learned from the global church on decentralized movements. This conversation is inspiring, encouraging, and challenging as we faithfully seek to be who God made us in the times he's placed us.
Apr 8, 2020 • 32min
Episode 101: Prayer and Revival in a Time of Crisis
In this episode, Brad Watson talks with Chuck Gschwend about prayer and revival, particularly in how to pray for revival in our missional communities and churches and how we overcome cynicism through prayer.
Apr 1, 2020 • 39min
Episode 100: Equipping Disciples During Quarantine
In this episode, Brad Watson and Ben Connelly talk about the importance of equipping disciples during this season. They discuss why a quarantine doesn't keep us from doing this, but creates new challenges and opportunities. In fact, it may be more important than ever.
Mar 26, 2020 • 53min
Episode 99: Gospel Implications During a Pandemic
In this episode of the Saturate Podcast, Brad Watson talks with Dawson Jones of Tacoma, Washington about how the gospel of Jesus applies to us in this very moment. They share insights on what they're experiencing, learning from Jesus, seeing in their churches, and what they believe matters today. They ask three questions that are crucial for being present in circumstances: What is Jeus saying to us right now? Where do we see the Spirit at work right now? What is important right now?


