The Disciple Maker‘s Podcast

Cultivating Discipleship in House Churches (feat. Matthew Anderson)

This episode features a conversation with Matthew Anderson, who has been instrumental in planting churches and making disciples in Utah through Plant Utah. Be prepared for an in-depth exploration of disciple-making and church planting in a region where Evangelical Christians represent a very small minority. Matthew shares insights into the unique challenges of ministry in Utah, emphasizing relational and experiential engagement over traditional apologetics. This conversation covers the evolution of their ministry model from house churches to a network of microchurches, and the essential role of genuine relationships, intentional discipleship, and reliance on the Holy Spirit in their mission. 
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For more information about Matthew Anderson and the work he is doing you can visit: https://www.plantutah.com/ 
 
Key Takeaways 
00:00 Meet the Disciples: Matt Dabbs and Matthew Anderson
00:33 The Mission in Utah: Disciples Making Disciples
01:07 The Challenges of Evangelism in Utah
01:37 The Strategy: Discipleship and Church Planting
01:52 The Reality of House Churches and Missional Communities
03:23 Understanding the Culture and Context of Utah
06:23 The Approach: Intentional and Relational Disciple Making
08:17 The Impact: Stories of Transformation and Growth
14:27 The Process: From Discovery Groups to Micro Churches
30:01 The Power of Intentionality and Culture in Discipleship
35:52 Conclusion: The Long-Term Commitment to Disciple Making
 
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Resources Available to Help You Make Disciples (feat. Bobby Harrington)

Exploring Discipleship.org: Free Resources, Podcasts, Events, and More
You may not be aware of this, but discipleship.org is a great resource for disciple-making tools. In this episode, Matt Dabbs and Bobby Harrington discuss those tools and they cover our free and premium resources, including blogs, ebooks, podcasts, books, assessments, videos, and specific toolkits, all designed to facilitate disciple-making. This conversation also highlights some key figures in disciple-making, their content, and their contributions to the Discipleship.org community. They also talk through upcoming events and more.
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Key Takeaways 
00:00 Introduction to Discipleship.org
01:41 Understanding the Mission of Discipleship.org
02:18 The Difference Between Being a Disciple and Making Disciples
02:58 Exploring the Resources Available on Discipleship.org
04:30 The Importance of eBooks in Discipleship
09:42 The Role of Podcasts in Discipleship
11:06 The Value of Books in Discipleship
14:07 The Power of Free Tools in Discipleship
16:50 The Impact of Premium Content in Discipleship
19:50 The Significance of Assessments in Discipleship
22:22 Exploring the YouTube Channel of Discipleship.org
34:43 Conclusion: The Vision of Discipleship.org
 
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Helping People Deal with Demonic Strongholds (feat. Deeper Walk Int'l)

Understanding Spiritual Warfare with Marcus Warner
Marcus Warner is the president of Deeper Walk Int’l and an author very familiar with spiritual warfare. In this episode, Matt Dabbs and Marcus talk about the often overlooked aspects of spiritual warfare like demonic possession in the battles of our minds, and also compulsive behavior and emotional struggles. Warner talks about the how weird it is that in American Christianity we don’t see this a lot, but there is an acute awareness of spiritual warfare in other cultures. We need to be able to recognize spiritual attacks and address them with a biblical worldview rather than solely relying on scientific solutions. Marcus’s journey, influenced by his father's pioneering work in spiritual warfare and deliverance, showcases the transformation possible when individuals and communities recognize and address the spiritual dimensions of their struggles.
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For a link to Dr. Marcus’s book “Understanding the Wounded Heart” Click HERE 
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Key Takeaways 
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:47 Understanding Spiritual Warfare
01:53 The Impact of Secularization on Spiritual Awareness
03:11 Examples of Spiritual Warfare in Everyday Life
06:42 The Role of Spiritual Warfare in Evangelism
07:54 The Levels of Spiritual Warfare
09:31 Personal Journey into Spiritual Warfare
14:32 The Process of Helping People Overcome Spiritual Warfare
19:54 Closing Thoughts on Spiritual Warfare
22:24 Understanding the Desire for Quick Fixes
22:50 The Fear of Stirring Up Demons
23:57 The Role of Participation in Deliverance
25:12 The Journey Beyond Personal Deliverance
25:38 Addressing Congregational Level Issues
29:05 The Danger of Weaponizing Spiritual Warfare
31:11 Practical Steps for Individual and Congregational Healing
35:47 The Mission of DeeperWalk International
37:31 The Importance of Addressing Heart Level Issues
40:39 Reflections on the Conversation
 
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How We Disciple People Into Repentance and Baptism (feat. Ashlee Catizon)

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/
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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
 
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Having a Clear Articulation of the Gospel (feat. Dan Leitz)

In this podcast, Dan Leitz of the Bonhoeffer Project, discusses the changing interpretations of the Gospel and the need for robust, shared definitions of key terms within our church communities. He raises issues around the contemporary Gospel narrative, highlighting the importance of understanding the historical and cultural context of original biblical texts, emphasizing the need for people to see the Gospel as a message given to them, rather than something they themselves can create and tailor to their needs. As churches in today’s world, we need to be solid on creating and maintaining a clear, accurate picture of the Gospel message for their congregations.
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Key Takeaways 
The Importance of Understanding the Gospel Message
00:00 Understanding the Gospel
01:36 The Kingdom of God and the Gospel
02:33 The Importance of Belief and Response
04:39 The Gospel and Transformation
08:32 The Gospel and Accountability
09:57 The Importance of Clear Definitions in Discipleship
12:51 The Impact of Ambiguous Language in the Church
15:44 The Importance of Defining Terms in Interfaith Dialogues
17:53 The Importance of Definitions in Communication
18:26 The Importance of Context in Interpreting Scriptures
19:53 The Influence of Culture on Language and Meaning
20:19 The Challenge of Understanding Historical Context
21:56 The Evolution of Gospel Interpretation
22:35 The Shift in Gospel Presentation and Its Implications
26:13 The Impact of Cultural Changes on Gospel Understanding
27:29 The Challenge of Articulating the Gospel in Modern Times
31:45 The Need for a Clear Definition of Gospel
37:07 The Role of Churches in Promoting Gospel Understanding
38:35 The Importance of Repetition in Gospel Communication
40:04 Conclusion: The Role of the Bonhoeffer Project in Gospel Understanding
 
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Next Gen Discipleship (feat. Grant Skeldon)

Highlight – “Revival is going to come in your generation.”
In this podcast episode we’ve got Grant Skeldon. Grant heads up the Nxt Gen Summit, and today he speaks with Matt Dabbs about his experiences working with churches and his observations on how generational gaps can be bridged. He discusses the role of mentorship and discipleship in helping younger generations grow up in faith, and shares in-depth insights into the various challenges that millennial and Gen Z generations face and how the older generations can guide them. Skeldon emphasizes the mutual benefits of connecting generations in ministry and the positive impact it has on church health. He provides practical advice based on his observations and experiences working with churches, drawing insights from various sources including movies, sports, and even….canine behavior.
Check out our NEW ebook – The State of Disciple Making Churches
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Key Takeaways 
00:00 Introducing the Guest and His Work
01:04 Discussing the Challenges of the Next Generation
01:39 The Impact of Parenting and Culture on the Next Generation
02:35 The Influence of Technology and Convenience on the Next Generation
03:19 The Role of Faith and Consequences in Growth
05:56 The Effects of Coddling and Criticism on the Next Generation
06:33 The Confusion and Cancellation of the Next Generation by Culture
07:54 The Impact of Debt on the Next Generation
08:39 The Importance of Mentorship and Discipleship
16:34 Addressing Common Excuses for Not Discipling
23:46 The Role of the Church in Discipleship
25:22 The Power of Movies in Addressing Racial and Generational Reconciliation
26:08 Addressing the Elephant in the Room: Generational Differences
27:20 Identifying Enthusiastic Older and Younger Leaders in the Church
29:11 Creating a Movement Within: The Power of Influence
30:35 Identifying the Ringleaders Among Generations
42:35 The Importance of Mutual Encouragement and Energy in Discipleship
48:52 The Power of Hope and Joy in the Church
 
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Defining Discipleship (feat. Jim Putman)

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.
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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
 
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Making the Shift to Disciple Making (feat. Jim Putman)

Highlight – “Out of the Being Comes the Doing.” 
In this episode, Matt Dabbs engages Jim Putman, founder and senior pastor of Real Life Ministries, to have a meaningful conversation that offers valuable insights drawn from Putman's book 'DiscipleShift', uncovering the five critical shifts churches can make to inspire disciples who create more disciples. Putman encourages a shift from reaching people to making disciples, from informing people to equipping disciple-makers. This candid exchange offers potent observations that challenge traditional church structures, bringing ministers and disciples closer to realizing the abundant life promised by Jesus.
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Key Takeaways 
00:00 Meet Jim Putman
00:40 Discussing the Book 'Disciple Shift'
01:04 Understanding the Five Shifts
02:37 The Importance of Relationship in Discipleship
03:20 The Challenges of Staying on Course
04:51 The Role of Relationship in Leadership
08:49 The Disconnect in Church Methodology
11:08 The Struggles of Pastors and the Need for Relationship
14:14 The Importance of Discipleship in the Church
18:45 The Role of Relationship in Discipleship
27:51 The Pace of Discipleship
28:41 Understanding Different Learning Styles and Pace in Discipleship
29:38 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Discipleship
31:20 The Challenges of Being an Introverted Pastor
32:21 The Shift from Accumulating to Deploying in Ministry
35:15 The Importance of Teamwork in Church Leadership
36:13 The Importance of Balance in Church Leadership
37:39 The Dangers of One-Dimensional Churches
39:56 The Importance of Submission in Discipleship
48:28 Conclusion: The Importance of Being a Disciple Before Making Disciples
49:24 The Importance of Honesty and Vulnerability in Discipleship
 
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Church Discipleship Culture (feat. Ken Adams from Impact Discipleship Ministries)

“There is a huge difference between a church with discipleship and a disciple making church. A disciple making church, or a church with discipleship, usually sees discipleship as another program that they add on to everything else they're doing. And in disciple making church,  discipleship is a part of it. But disciple making is all we do, not just one thing we do. It's all we do. – Ken Adams”
In this enlightening podcast, Matt Dabbs from Discipleship.org is joined by Ken Adams of Crossroads Church and Impact Ministries, discussing how the implementation of discipleship in local churches can lead to an impactful and transformative journey, just as Jesus designed 2000 years ago. Adams also shares insights from his 35-year pastoral journey and explains the profound value of maintaining a focus on discipleship. Additionally, he talks about the services offered by Impact Discipleship Ministries to assist churches in developing strategies and implementing discipleship driving growth and fulfilling God's mission.
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Key Takeaways 
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:42 The Importance of Discipleship in Church Growth
04:21 The Impact of Longevity in Ministry
05:27 The Power of Discipleship in Church Multiplication
08:13 The Vision for a Disciple Making Church
17:50 The Challenges and Successes in Disciple Making
26:29 The Role of Impact Discipleship Ministries in Church Revitalization
29:53 Adapting Disciple Making to Different Church Styles
33:25 The Role of Assessment and Prescription in Disciple Making
36:22 The Implementation of Disciple Making and the Importance of Follow-up
37:11 Additional Services Offered for Churches
38:25 The Role of a Pastor in Disciple Making
39:49 The Importance of Implementing Disciple Making in Everyday Life
40:52 The Personal Experiences and Reflections on Disciple Making
 
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Creating a Culture of Men Discipling Men (feat. Chris Harper)

Highlight – “80% of all churches in North America have a functioning women’s ministry, less than 7 percent have a functioning men’s ministry.”
In this interview, Chris Harper of Betterman discusses the concept of 'Discipling Men' in our churches. He highlights the fact that a small group study can be tremendously beneficial for a man, offering opportunities to engage in meaningful conversations about Biblical manhood and masculinity, but also that a lot of guys simply wouldn’t choose this kind of community for themselves or even understand why they need it. Church leadership plays a big role in that. Chris talks about seeing a shift from academic spaces to communal spaces in our churches. We should feel an urgency to encourage multi-generational discipleship to prevent men from leaving the church and to build a stronger church community that can affect societal change.
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Discipleship in the Modern Church: Empowering Men with Chris Harper
 
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Key Takeaways 
00:00 Introduction and Prayer
05:38 The Four W's: Word, Woman, Work, World
06:39 The Impact of the Four W's
11:46 The Role of the Church in Men's Discipleship
14:59 The Importance of Small Group Discussions
22:28 The Shift in Church Culture and Its Impact on Men
28:58 The Media's Negative Portrayal of Men
29:50 Breaking Stereotypes: Redefining Masculinity
32:42 The Struggles of Church Leadership
35:21 The Need for Men's Ministry
37:34 The Power of Personal Testimony
39:32 The Urgency of Addressing Men's Issues
46:56 The Potential for Revival
 
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