In this episode, Anthony Delaney discusses the importance of having a discipleship pathway in churches, emphasizing the need for believers to not only accept Jesus but to actively follow Him. He explores the parable of the lost sons to illustrate how people can be lost both in the world and within the church. Delaney encourages listeners to discover their own journey of faith and to reach out to others, highlighting the value of the Kingdom of Heaven and the transformative love of Christ. He concludes with a call to action for churches to develop strategies for outreach and discipleship.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Discipleship Pathway 02:19 The Call to Follow Jesus 07:00 Understanding the Lost Sons 12:43 Key Stages in the Discipleship Journey 22:34 Discovering People Far from God 31:06 The Importance of True Discipleship

In this episode of the FutureChurch podcast, Anthony Delaney discusses the importance of discipleship in the church, emphasizing the need for a structured pathway to help individuals grow in their faith. He highlights the role of leadership in fostering a culture of growth and the significance of community and spiritual disciplines. Delaney also introduces the Discipleship Pathway, a framework designed to guide believers from initial interest to active participation in their faith, and discusses the resources available through Right Now Media to support this journey.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to FutureChurch Podcast 01:00 Discipleship Pathway Overview 05:12 The Role of Leadership in Church Growth 09:54 Developing a Discipleship Framework 15:11 The Importance of a Clear Plan for Discipleship 20:00 The Five D's of Discipleship 23:52 Conclusion and Call to Action

In this episode of the Future Church podcast, Anthony Delaney speaks with Damilola Mckindie about the journey of faith, the importance of discipleship, and the role of Christians in engaging with culture and politics. Damilola shares insights from his background, his experiences in university, and the significance of internships in shaping his professional life. The conversation explores the challenges of sharing faith in a secular world, the importance of law and free speech, and how Christians can collaborate to address societal issues. Damilola emphasizes the need for boldness in faith and the necessity of preparing new believers for the realities of following Jesus.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background 03:00 Damilola's Journey and Faith 05:59 Engaging with Law and Justice 08:47 Navigating University Life as a Christian 12:11 The Role of Law in Society 15:00 Christian Engagement in Politics 18:11 Creative Collaboration in Addressing Social Issues 27:14 Creating Instead of Complaining 30:08 Roles and Responsibilities in Ministry 32:37 Engaging the Church in Public Life 38:11 The Importance of Discipleship 48:00 Preparing for Baptism and Beyond 54:31 Praying for the Future of the Church

In this episode of the Future Church podcast, Anthony Delaney interviews Chip Ingram, founder of Living on the Edge Ministries. They discuss Chip's journey to faith, the purpose of the church, and the importance of discipleship. Chip emphasizes the need for churches to be supernatural communities that focus on spiritual growth and meeting community needs. He also outlines the characteristics of a high impact church, which include regularly bringing lost people to Christ, maturing found people, and addressing community needs. The conversation highlights the significance of Romans 12 in understanding discipleship and the role of church leaders.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Chip Ingram and His Ministry 02:03 Chip's Journey to Faith 11:32 The Impact of Personal Relationships in Faith 15:59 The Purpose of the Church 21:44 Understanding Discipleship through Romans 12 24:28 Radical Love and Community Engagement 31:56 The Role of Pastors in Modern Church 39:20 Defining a High-Impact Church 47:16 Prayer for Transformation and Growth

In this episode of the Future Church Podcast, Anthony Delaney discusses the launch of the High Impact Church and the importance of discipleship through the 'Knowing, Growing, Going' framework. He emphasizes the significance of personal testimonies in sharing faith and the transformative power of Jesus in one's life. The conversation highlights the need for hope in a world filled with despair and encourages listeners to actively engage in their faith journey.

• The Future Church Podcast aims to reach a diverse audience.
• High Impact Church is focused on engaging the global youth culture.
• Discipleship is structured around the 'Knowing, Growing, Going' framework.
• Personal testimonies are powerful tools for evangelism.
• Sharing your faith can be done naturally and authentically.
• The birth of Jesus is a pivotal moment in history.
• Evangelism is about connecting people with Christ, not just church attendance.
• Hope is a vital aspect of the Christian faith.
• Every believer has a unique story to share.
• Jesus desires a personal relationship with each individual.

00:00 Introduction to the Future Church Podcast 02:28 Launch of High Impact Church 02:58 Knowing, Growing, Going: Discipleship Pathway 04:20 Sharing Your Faith: Personal Testimonies 10:31 The Great Commission and Making Disciples 19:28 Inviting Jesus into Your Life

In this episode of the FutureChurch podcast, Anthony Delaney discusses the discipleship pathways being implemented at Ivy Church, focusing on the 'Knowing, Growing, Going' framework. He emphasizes the importance of building a relationship with God, growing in love for Jesus, and applying biblical knowledge in practical ways. The conversation also highlights the significance of spiritual practices such as Bible reading and prayer, and the need to equip others for discipleship.

• Discipleship pathways help individuals grow in their faith.
• The 'Knowing, Growing, Going' framework is essential for spiritual development.
• Building a relationship with God is foundational to discipleship.
• Transformation comes from engaging with the gospel, not just information.
• Growing in love for Jesus is a key aspect of discipleship.
• Knowledge of the Bible must be coupled with love and action.
• Practices like prayer and Bible reading are vital for spiritual growth.
• Equipping others to share their faith is crucial for community growth.
• Discipleship is a continuous journey without a defined endpoint.
• The church's role is to meet the needs of the community while making disciples.

00:00 Introduction to the FutureChurch Podcast 01:45 Discipleship Pathway: Knowing, Growing, Going 05:20 The Importance of Scripture in Discipleship 11:09 Growing in Love for God and Others 17:01 Practices for Spiritual Growth 22:32 Equipping Others for Discipleship