What Sets Apart the Most Fruitful Disciple Making Movement Leaders in the U.S.?
What makes some church-planting leaders far more effective than others? In this episode, I dive into firsthand insights from the most fruitful movement leaders in the U.S.—those who have seen true multiplication. What do they do differently? From deep abiding in Christ to the strategic use of tools, from bold gospel-sharing to the tough decisions that fuel growth, we uncover the key factors that separate multiplication from stagnation. Whether you’re planting churches, making disciples, or just passionate about seeing the gospel spread, this episode is packed with practical wisdom!Get The Book | Pray | Donate This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit movementsinamerica.substack.com
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How to Start a Simple Church in a Suburban Neighborhood
How do you start a simple church in a suburban neighborhood? In this episode, we sit down with Steve and Paula, who share their journey of building a faith community right in their home. From neighborhood cookouts to Bible studies and intentional hospitality, they reveal practical steps for reaching the unchurched and implementing disciple-making movement strategies. If you're wondering how to bring church to where you live, this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration.This podcast is a bit different than what I usually post on this Substack, but I think it will be a blessing to you as it has been for me.Get The Book | Pray | Donate This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit movementsinamerica.substack.com
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Lessons from Christian History in Asia: What Works (and What Doesn’t) in Missions
In this episode, I dive into the rich history of the church in Asia as explored in Volume II of Samuel Moffett’s A History of Christianity in Asia. I share key insights from his missional perspective, categorizing practices into ineffective, sometimes effective, and always effective.Whether you’re involved in missions or simply curious about the global church, this episode offers valuable reflections and encouragement from the great cloud of witnesses across different cultures and time periods. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit movementsinamerica.substack.com
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Luke 10, 2X2, Persons of Peace, and Urban Villages
Church Planting Movements (CPMs) thrive in rural villages worldwide, but in America, they often hit a wall. Why? Our individualistic culture disrupts the natural relational networks that fuel gospel multiplication.In this episode, I unpack why traditional CPM strategies don’t seem to work in the U.S. and share a key breakthrough: Urban Villages. Instead of focusing on geography, we need to engage in workplaces, sports leagues, and interest-based communities—modern-day villages where relationships naturally form.Join me as we explore how you can apply Luke 10 principles in an American context and make disciples right where you are.🎧 Listen now and start identifying your urban village!Post here: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit movementsinamerica.substack.com
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The Simplest Way To Overcome The #1 Obstacle To DMMs In America
Social isolation is the biggest obstacle to disciple-making movements in America. But what’s the solution? In this episode, I share a practical, biblically-rooted strategy that worked in my own life: building relationships and leveraging your network. Whether you’re a new believer with a broad social circle or someone rooted in a community of Christians, there’s a way for you to multiply disciples. Listen in as I recount personal stories of gospel sharing, lessons learned from failure, and how God used simple obedience to spark transformation in others.See the post here: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit movementsinamerica.substack.com
Welcome to the audio companion to my Substack, Movements in America. Join me as I explore the principles, practices, and emerging trends shaping disciple-making and church-planting movements across the United States. movementsinamerica.substack.com
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