The Accidental Birth of a Movement | with Mattias Demaerel

Summary

In this episode of the FutureChurch podcast, Anthony Delaney engages with Mattias Demaerel, who shares his transformative journey in disciple making. They discuss the inception of a disciple making movement, the structure and impact of the Recruits program, and the importance of relationships in discipleship. Mattias emphasizes the need for a multiplication mindset over a growth mindset, highlighting the significance of finding 'persons of peace' for effective evangelism. The conversation also touches on the Kingdom of God, the role of signs and wonders, and the relational nature of discipleship.

 

Takeaways

• Disciple making can start accidentally through genuine relationships.
• Personal transformation is crucial for effective discipleship.
• A disciple making movement requires a multiplication mindset.
• Finding a 'person of peace' is essential for evangelism.
• Discipleship is highly relational and cannot be done in isolation.
• The Kingdom of God should be central to our mission.
• Multiplication requires sacrifice and commitment.
• Curriculum in discipleship should be simple yet profound.
• The church must focus on sending rather than just gathering.
• Apostolic mission is about empowering others to reach their networks.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mattias Demaerel and Recruits
01:44 Mattias's Journey to Faith and Discipleship
04:58 The Impact of Discipleship Training School (DTS)
10:22 The Birth of a Disciple-Making Movement
15:44 The Need for Sustainable Discipleship
20:57 The Recruits Program and Its Evolution
26:14 Curriculum and Structure of the Recruits Program
31:31 The Importance of Multiplication in Discipleship
36:59 The Essence of Apprenticeship in Discipleship
38:05 The Role of Relationships in Discipleship
39:00 Creating a Disciple-Making Ecosystem
40:35 The Importance of Relational Discipleship
42:21 The Need for Intentional Spiritual Formation
43:29 Developing Resources for Discipleship
46:13 The Evolution of the Movement: From Men to All
49:54 Apostolism vs. Evangelism in Modern Context
53:04 The Power of Multiplication in Discipleship
01:01:09 Starting the Journey of Discipleship