• Reflecting on the Journey: Season Finale
    Jul 16 2024

    In this season finale of the 'More Disciples Podcast', the hosting team consisting of Dori Yuen, John Heerema, Doug Lucas, and Lee Wood reflect on the range of topics and guests featured throughout the season. Sharing their favorite episodes, they highlight how the podcast has reinforced the importance of perseverance and resilience in making disciples around the world. The team also appreciates the camaraderie developed during the podcasting process. They conclude with a group prayer, thanking the divine for enabling them to successfully complete the season while hoping that this podcast has encouraged listeners to lead the life of a disciple maker.


    00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

    00:20 Season Finale: Reflecting on the Journey

    01:53 Appreciating the Team: A Tribute to the Hosts

    02:21 Favorite Episodes: A Walk Down Memory Lane

    11:48 The Impact of the Podcast: Personal Transformations

    13:48 The Bigger Picture: Seeing God's Work in the Podcast

    16:40 The Power of Collaboration: Building Relationships Through the Podcast

    17:45 The Future of More Disciples: Looking Ahead

    20:56 Closing Prayer: A Blessing for the Journey Ahead

    22:07 Final Thoughts: An Invitation to Share Your Story


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    23 mins
  • Shoulder to Shoulder: Advocating for Women's Role in Discipleship
    Jul 9 2024

    In this episode of More Disciples podcast, our hosts are joined by special guests, Chad & Leslie, founders of 10/40 Connections, a discipleship initiative focused on Asia and the Middle East. They discuss their journey to create an inclusive model for discipleship that embraces both men and women, rooted in the belief that all believers are called to make disciples around the world. In addition to highlighting their work in the context of house churches, the conversation also touches on the cultural, theological, and practical challenges of gender inclusion in church leadership roles. They emphasize the importance of theology in ensuring a consistent interpretation of scriptures and living out biblical teaching in daily life. The band also takes a moment to remember their late friend and co-laborer Kent Parks, and his lifelong passion for disciple-making around the world.


    00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

    01:02 Introducing Special Guests: Chad and Leslie

    01:39 The Role of Women in Church and Missions

    04:10 The Journey of Chad and Leslie in Ministry

    06:19 The Vision of 10 40 Connections

    07:18 Engaging with Local Churches and Indigenous Tribes

    13:03 The Power of Women in Ministry: A Real-Life Story

    15:58 Understanding the Role of Women in Scriptures

    23:57 Discussing the Role of Women in Church

    24:13 Understanding the Redemption and Qualifications for Deacons

    24:51 Introducing Tools for Teaching and Understanding

    25:29 Exploring the Resource 'Serving Shoulder to Shoulder'

    27:22 Discussing the Importance of Language and Translation

    28:48 Sharing Personal Experiences and Struggles

    29:39 Addressing the Role of Women in Movements

    31:47 Discussing the Importance of Theology

    38:59 Sharing Local Ministry Experiences

    45:33 Closing Remarks and Prayer


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    48 mins
  • Inspirational Stories from the Frontlines of Modern Discipleship
    Jul 2 2024

    In this More Disciples podcast episode, guest Eric Derry talks about his involvement in zume.training and his passion for making disciples around the world. He shares his unique experience as a 'Prayer Walker' and how it helped spread faith in his community. Discussing the Zume project, he highlights the support it offers in training disciplers. Derry also explains the creation of the 'Fidelis International Seminary,' an obedience-based master's level program for focusing on scripture and public policy. He shares his experiences, stories of faith, and hopes for the future through his role as the executive director of Fidelis.


    00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

    01:06 The Power of Prayer Walking: A Personal Experience

    03:31 The Impact of Prayer Walking: A Community Transformed

    08:57 Training in Prayer Walking: Tools and Techniques

    12:57 The Global Reach of Zume Training

    20:20 The Power of Persistence in Disciple Making

    22:11 Tracking Discipleship Progress with Disciple Tools

    23:07 The Power of Free Tools

    24:03 The Importance of Patience in Influence

    24:41 The Strategy of Persistence

    27:38 The Excitement and Concerns of the Journey

    31:11 The Impact of Passion and Resilience

    33:03 The Joy of Seeing God's Work

    35:03 The Power of Co-Laboring in Movements

    38:37 The Role of Fidelis in Disciple Making

    41:03 The Prayer for Focus and Intimacy with God

    42:50 Conclusion: The Call to Make More Disciples


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    43 mins
  • Media to Movement: A Powerful Shift in Making Disciples
    Jun 25 2024

    In this episode of the 'More Disciples Podcast', special guests discuss the idea of using innovative media strategies to create and multiply disciples both in local communities and globally. The discussion focuses on utilizing various social media platforms and other digital tools to engage with spiritual seekers, with the ultimate goal of establishing church movements. They share their experiences and challenges, along with practical strategies for creating engaging digital content and managing efficient outreach efforts. The discussion also highlights the importance of building coalitions, adjusting to the changing demographics of social media users, and the cost-effectiveness of using a digital approach in disciple-making.


    00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

    00:21 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions

    00:44 The Story of Chris V: From Soccer Game to Spiritual Journey

    02:21 The Power of Media in Finding Spiritual Seekers

    02:47 Chris V's Experience in the Balkans

    03:33 Media to Movement: A Revolutionary Approach

    04:26 The Strategy Behind Media to Movement

    06:36 The Role of Digital Filters in Finding People of Peace

    08:07 The Use of Disciple Tools in Tracking Contacts

    09:45 Addressing Security Concerns in Media to Movement

    11:24 Adapting Media to Movement Strategies to Different Contexts

    17:32 The Importance of Willingness and Adaptability in Media to Movement

    18:42 The Challenge of Competency in Media to Movement

    21:26 Discussing the Importance of Collaboration

    22:06 Addressing the Challenges of Implementing Training

    22:43 Exploring the Potential of European Networks

    23:35 Dealing with Content Censorship and Pushbacks

    24:22 Understanding Audience and Platform Protocols

    25:38 Creating Engaging Content: Real-life Examples

    33:36 Discussing the Role of Coalitions in Media Movement

    35:36 Exploring the Use of Alternative Platforms

    38:40 Sharing Personal Experiences and Success Stories

    40:55 Closing Remarks and Prayer

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    46 mins
  • Brian Sanders' Perspective on the Evolution of Discipleship
    Jun 18 2024

    In this More Disciples podcast, special guest Brian Sanders, the founder of the Underground movement, discusses the importance of building a united church front and mobilizing the Christian community towards its transcendent purpose. The panel examines the challenges the church faces today and the need for believers to be courageous, creative, risk-taking and adaptive. They also explore the idea of Micro-churches, with Sanders emphasizing the church's call to constant renewal and growth. He underlines the need for humility and unity, as well as a new set of skills, to truly unite and mobilize for a cause greater than individual selves.


    00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

    00:21 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions

    00:43 Special Guest: Brian Sanders and His Impact

    01:05 The Role of Courage in Discipleship

    01:40 Brian's Journey: From Fear to Faith

    02:02 The Relationship Between Risk and Discipleship

    03:01 The Concept of the Heart in Scripture

    04:18 Brian's Missionary Journey and the Underground

    05:16 The Power of Small Brave Choices

    05:31 Stepping Away from the Prevailing Model of Church

    08:42 The Church Across the City: A Vision for the Future

    09:46 The Church: Definitions and Perspectives

    18:04 The Church: An Incubator for Missions

    26:28 The Church: A Beacon of Hope and Light

    29:16 The Triumph of Hope and Redemption

    31:23 The Fear of Failure and the Courage to Adapt

    32:14 The Power of Vulnerability and Leadership

    36:54 The Dream of a United Church Front

    39:49 The Challenge of Mobilizing the Church

    43:00 The Vision for a Collaborative Future

    49:06 The Power of Prayer and Encouragement

    49:52 Closing Remarks and Invitation


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    50 mins
  • Ron Johnson: The Intersection of Leadership and Discipleship
    Jun 11 2024

    In this episode of 'The More Disciples Podcast', the hosts and special guest discuss different strategies for making and multiplying disciples around the globe. The guest, Ron Johnson, shares his journey from being irreligious to becoming a key figure in the church planting movement. The team discusses various models of discipleship, such as the prevailing church model and the movement Directed Discovery Method Church Planting Model (DMM CPM). He shares the success his church has seen in introducing the obedience-focused simple churches alongside the existing church structure. The conversation also touches on the need for continuous leadership development at all levels, the importance of prayer, the challenges of leading multiple church movements, and the pathways to growth and multiplication in the ministry.


    00:01 Introduction: The Mission of Discipleship

    00:21 Meet the Hosts: A Diverse Team of Disciples

    00:43 Guest Introduction: Ron Johnson's Journey to Faith

    01:00 From Irreligious to Church Planter: Ron's Spiritual Journey

    02:06 Understanding the Prevailing Church Model

    02:43 Exploring the RST Church Model

    03:39 The Power of Simple Churches: A New Approach to Discipleship

    04:33 The Impact of Movements: From Local to Global

    04:44 The Shift to Movement: Ron's Personal Transformation

    05:39 The Challenges of Population Growth and Church Planting

    06:26 The Role of Technology in Spreading the Gospel

    07:55 The Power of Collaboration: Connecting Across Cities and Nations

    09:13 The Impact of Humility and Collaboration in Leadership

    17:41 The Shift from Knowledge-Based to Obedience-Based Discipleship

    18:32 The Power of Multiplication in Church Growth

    19:53 The Role of Humility in Leadership and Discipleship

    20:35 The Challenges and Rewards of Changing Church Models

    23:44 The Power of Prayer and Hope in Church Growth

    24:16 The Prosperity of the Church

    24:27 The Church's Growth During Covid

    24:55 The Church's Outreach and Impact

    25:49 The Challenges of Preaching in a Western Context

    26:34 The Importance of Prayer and Humility

    28:21 The Role of Leadership Development in the Church

    29:36 The Struggles and Triumphs of Leading a Church

    30:25 The Importance of Continuous Training and Leadership Development

    33:12 The Role of Prayer in the Church's Success

    35:03 The Challenges and Opportunities of Leading a Church

    36:12 The Importance of Unity and Collaboration in the Church

    41:16 The Power of Obedience and Faithfulness

    43:43 The Call to Make More Disciples

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    44 mins
  • Damian Gerke: “Are You Who You Want to Be?”
    Jun 4 2024

    In this episode of the More Disciples Podcast, the guest is speaker and author Damian Gerke. He has recently written a book titled 'Are You Who You Want To Be?', which discusses the significance of understanding personal identity as a Christian and how it reflects on being a disciple of Jesus Christ. In the podcast, he shares his journey of understanding his identity and purpose in Christ. Damian discusses the importance of unity and community in practicing the teachings of Christ and how focusing on disciple-making can lead to salvation for believers. He also highlights the idea of existential identity that stems from one’s relationship with God. A strong understanding of one’s identity can impact personal faith and the ability to make disciples.


    00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

    00:22 Meet the Team: Introducing the Podcast Hosts

    00:38 Special Guest Spotlight: Damian Gerke

    00:55 Deep Dive: Exploring Identity and Spiritual Growth

    02:00 The Journey: From Lost to Found

    02:36 Reflections on Personal Growth and Transformation

    03:57 Behind the Scenes: The Story of Damian's Introduction to Disciple Making

    06:54 Unpacking the Book: 'Are You Who You Want to Be?'

    18:00 Understanding Identity: Inside Out vs Outside In

    20:35 Finding Identity in Ministry

    21:38 The Power of Self-Surrender

    22:09 The Echoes of the Holy Spirit

    25:15 The Struggle of Identity

    29:44 The Importance of Community

    31:07 The Role of Identity in Disciple-Making Movements

    35:43 The Power of Love in Disciple-Making

    37:41 The Release of the Book

    39:19 Closing Prayer and Reflection

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    41 mins
  • Kent Parks: Understanding the Depth of Global Disciple-Making
    May 28 2024

    During the More Disciples Podcast Season 3, Kent Parks, a seasoned advocate for Disciple Making Movements, shares insights from his own transformative experiences in Indonesia and beyond. Grounding his perspectives in biblical texts and historical contexts, he discusses how radical breakthroughs in discipleship call for the unlearning of certain traditional approaches and a commitment to hands-on, on-the-ground methods that are more reproducible by disciples. Parks emphasizes the need to align missions with the audacious goal of reaching all people groups and to be ready to pay any price required. Despite the thrill and exhilaration of the discipleship journey, Parks is also mindful of the corresponding growth of evil, the bitterness, anger, and challenge that closely follows every positive stride forward, driving home the message of resilience in the face of adversity and the need for a unified global Ecclesia.


    00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

    00:42 Guest Introduction: Ken Parks

    00:51 Ken's Journey in Indonesia and the Birth of DMM

    02:24 The Growth of Beyond and its Impact

    04:00 The Power of Generational Growth

    05:39 The Global Vision of the Ecclesia

    14:08 The Importance of Disciple-Making

    15:53 Lessons from the Early Days of DMM

    20:46 The Growth and Momentum of Movements

    21:30 The New Era of Missions

    22:01 Honoring the Pioneers

    23:25 The Battle Within and Without

    28:12 The Role of Disasters in Missions

    35:27 The Power of Prophetic Voice

    37:36 The Call to Action

    38:16 Closing Remarks and Prayer

    40:27 Final Thoughts and Next Steps

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    41 mins