A Simple, Reproducible Model to Teach People to Trust and Follow Jesus | RENEW.org · The Disciple Maker‘s Podcast summary

Key takeaways

Having a Simple, Effective Model: It's essential for churches to develop a disciple-making model that suits their unique context and focuses on reproduction.
Seven Rhythms to Discipleship: Intentionality, relational growth, and a structured methodology are key components that enhance disciple-making efforts.
Utilizing Tools: Resources like 'Trust and Follow Jesus' and the Real Life Theology series can significantly aid in the disciple-making process.
Multiplication is Key: Successful disciple-making should prioritize multiplication, encouraging groups to branch out instead of forming cliques.
Fasting and Prayer: A strong emphasis on prayer and fasting is vital for the spiritual growth of disciples and the effectiveness of the group.
Strategizing Theology Discussions: It's crucial to prepare for complex theological discussions, using reliable resources to guide the conversation.

Summary

Introduction to Disciple Making

Bobby Harrington introduces the episode, focusing on a simple, effective model for making disciples and equipping others to multiply. He emphasizes the importance of having a reproducible model tailored to the unique context of each church.

Effective Models for Disciple Making

Jason shares insights from his experiences in restaurants and ministry, advocating for simple and effective disciple-making models. He highlights the importance of having a written plan to ensure reproducibility in disciple-making efforts.

The Seven Rhythms of Discipleship

Jason outlines the seven essential rhythms for discipleship, including intentionality, relational growth, and a structured approach. He emphasizes the need for a system that enables easy reproduction among disciples.

Tools and Resources for Discipleship

Daniel McCoy discusses various resources available for disciple-making, including the 'Trust and Follow Jesus' book and the Real Life Theology series, which offers structured theological discussions tailored for small groups.

The Importance of Multiplication in Discipleship

The need for multiplication in discipleship is stressed, emphasizing that groups must branch out rather than remain social cliques. Jason illustrates the impact of effective group multiplication through statistics.

Fasting, Prayer, and Spiritual Growth

The podcast highlights the crucial role of fasting and prayer in successful discipleship. The hosts discuss cultivating a culture of prayer and reliance on God to guide the discipleship process.

Navigating Challenges in Theology Conversations

Daniel addresses the complexities of handling theological discussions within church settings and suggests resources that help navigate these challenging conversations.

Show notes

Explore a simple, effective, and reproducible model for making disciples and equipping others to multiply.

Check out Discipleship.org for resources on disciple making: https://discipleship.org/resources/

Join us at the 2026 National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/2026-national-disciple-making-forum/

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