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In this episode of the Movement Series, the hosts delve into Chapter 3, 'Starting to Take Jesus at His Word,' exploring the cultural biases that hinder the church's mission. They discuss the distinction between the church's function and form, emphasizing the need for a minimalist approach to church leadership and structure. The conversation highlights the financial unsustainability of traditional church models and calls for a significant shift in thinking to foster genuine disciple-making movements.

• This chapter promises to really push us.
• Our common approach might be prioritizing the structure.
• The church is a movement of people, not an organization.
• A church is defined simply as a group of people.
• Jesus intended a different kind of leadership.
• Clergyfication creates a divide.
• It's easier to give birth than perform resurrection.
• The system is financially broken.
• A major shift in thinking is needed.
• What would it take to truly see a movement?

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In this conversation, the hosts delve into Chapter 2 of Roy Moran's book, 'Spent Matches,' focusing on the Great Commission and its implications for modern discipleship. They explore the idea that the command to 'make disciples' is not just for a select few but for all believers, emphasizing the importance of living out one's faith in everyday life. The discussion highlights the need for a shift from traditional methods of evangelism to a more organic, relational approach to discipleship, where teaching obedience and public identification through baptism play crucial roles. The hosts also challenge the reliance on church structures and titles, advocating for a model where every believer is empowered to participate in the mission of making disciples.

Takeaways

• The Great Commission is for all believers, not just leaders.
• Mission is embedded in everyday life, not a separate activity.
• Baptism serves as public identification with Jesus.
• Teaching obedience is essential for true discipleship.
• Replication of discipleship is key to growth.
• Success in ministry should be measured by multiplication, not addition.
• Dependency should be on God's power, not human leaders.
• Jesus commissioned imperfect people to fulfill His mission.
• Discipleship involves making learners who can teach others.
• Simplifying the process can lead to a more effective movement.

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The conversation dives into the first chapter of 'Spent Matches', exploring the effectiveness of current church strategies in light of global trends. It confronts the brutal facts about church growth, challenges traditional assumptions about evangelism and discipleship, and emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift in leadership and ministry practices.

Takeaways

• The church is becoming less effective despite growth.
• The Stockdale Paradox highlights the need to confront reality.
• Only 19 million converts a year globally is concerning.
• The financial sustainability of current methods is questionable.
• US evangelicalism is experiencing declines in key metrics.
• The focus should shift from form to function in ministry.
• Discipleship should emphasize obedience over knowledge.
• Leadership roles need to evolve into learning designers.
• The church should be seen as a community, not a building.
• Radical change often starts at the fringes, not the top.

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• Resource Guide
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