How to Multiply Disciples Alongside Your Sunday Service

Key takeaways

The concept of a parallel track in disciple-making allows churches to grow without disrupting current structures.
Josh Howard’s experience in India highlights the potential for successful disciple-making movements in the U.S.
Understanding key definitions around disciple-making is vital for church leaders to fulfill their mission effectively.
Biblical foundations are essential in maintaining a clear direction for disciple-making efforts.
Addressing modern challenges is crucial for creating a disciple-making culture in churches.
Actionable implementation strategies can significantly impact the effectiveness of disciple-making initiatives.

Summary

Creating Parallel Tracks for Disciple-Making

Bobby Harrington and Josh Howard explore the innovative concept of establishing a parallel track within churches for disciple-making while maintaining existing church structures. This approach minimizes disruption while fostering growth in discipleship and church planting, mirroring Paul's method in Ephesus, where he trained disciples outside the synagogue.

Josh Howard's Experience and Insights

Josh Howard shares his extensive background in disciple-making movements from his 16 years in India, emphasizing practical models and leadership development. His firsthand experiences demonstrate how everyday individuals can be empowered to spread the gospel and create impactful movements, raising awareness of the need for such in the U.S.

Defining Disciple-Making Movements

The podcast clarifies the term 'disciple-making movements', stressing that these are rapidly multiplying networks of disciples who themselves make disciples and plant churches. This definition sets the stage for understanding the significance of such movements in transforming communities.

Core Definitions of Discipleship

The segment introduces essential definitions surrounding discipleship, including what it means to be a disciple, disciple-maker, and what constitutes a disciple-making culture. This framework is crucial for church leaders to effectively engage in disciple-making activities.

Biblical Basis for Disciple-Making

Scripture is referenced extensively to underline the church's mission to make disciples, citing passages like Matthew 28 and Colossians 2. The importance of aligning strategies with biblical teachings is emphasized, focusing on both converting the lost and nurturing the saved.

Overcoming Challenges in Modern Church Discipleship

Bobby and Josh discuss the modern hurdles facing churches in promoting effective discipleship, including a disconnect in culture. They stress the necessity of addressing these challenges head-on to foster a thriving disciple-making environment in the church.

Implementing the Parallel Track Approach

The webinar dives into actionable strategies on how to implement the parallel track approach in churches, emphasizing practical steps and community involvement that align with church goals while avoiding overhauling established systems.

Show notes

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Empowering Disciple-Making Movements: A Game-Changer for Churches

Join Bobby Harrington and Josh Howard in an enlightening webinar designed to shift the paradigm of disciple-making within churches. Bringing 16 years of hands-on experience from India, Josh proposes a 'parallel track' methodology that synergizes with existing church programs. This approach aims to cultivate intentional disciple-makers without dismantling the established structure. Delve into actionable insights on fostering rapid multiplication of disciples, addressing the disconnect in modern church culture, and creating a sustainable disciple-making model. Essential for pastors, church leaders, and anyone committed to Jesus-style discipleship, this episode unpacks a strategic pathway to meet the Great Commission in today's context.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction 01:53 Josh Howard's Background and Experience 04:28 Defining Disciple Making Movements 06:58 Core Definitions of Discipleship 13:02 The Biblical Basis for Disciple Making 15:24 Challenges in Modern Church Discipleship 18:18 The Parallel Track Approach 26:36 Implementing the Parallel Track 36:08 Q&A and Final Thoughts

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