3 High Value Catalytic Keys in the Work of Paul
In Acts 19:8-10, we see a powerful example of the missions model of Christ as Paul catalyzes work throughout all of Asia. 3 key activities contributed to this kind of work for Paul and continue to play an essential role for disciple-making movement catalysts today.
How to Know if You Are Discipling Someone
How do you know if disciples are following you (as you follow Christ) or if you’re just taking a walk? You may want to disciple someone but they may not think of you as their disciple-maker. Jesus looked for those who voted with their feet and there are some clear principles we can learn from His model.
How to Live in The Tension of Discipleship VS. Church
Should you focus on discipleship or church in following the model of Jesus and early church? YES. Both are critical, but understanding the tension between the two and getting practical strategies for maintaining that tension are key. In this episode, we unpack the tension and share practical steps towards keeping it in place.
Withness and The 1-3-9
You can give a disciple-making leader all the right information, principles, tools, and biblical concepts and see zero fruit. Of course, God does the work but there is an additional factor ("withness") that many neglect and which was essential in how Jesus trained leaders. Let's talk about "withness."
3 Common Barriers to Mobilizing Church Planters
"Who can" and "who can't" plant a church is the biggest question facing the multiplying church mobilizer and catalyst. To effectively cast vision around this question involves not just an exhortation to action, but must address the barriers facing the potential church planter. These common barriers must be confronted to remove extra-biblical thinking that can disqualify your disciples that God may be calling to be the next Lydia or Philippian Jailer Paul found in Acts 16.