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A look into the intriguing concept of "urban rebar," exploring its potential to redefine mission strategies within urban settings. Dave and Mark discuss how viewing cities as networks of interconnected people groups—much like the reinforcing bars in concrete—can enhance our understanding of urban evangelism.  By examining the cross-sections of society, they aim to identify new pathways for the gos...

Dave Miller and Nathan Elliott explore situational leadership in developing church leaders. They delve into the model's four main situations, stressing the importance of adapting leadership styles to meet individuals' needs. The discussion underscores the value of grit, resilience, and community-focused leadership in fostering effective leaders. Situational leadership requires a balance of directi...

In this podcast episode, Tim Hutchinson and Jordan Giusti discuss their experiences and insights from engaging in disciple-making and church planting efforts in the Los Angeles area, particularly focusing on the vibrant and diverse community of Little Saigon among the Vietnamese population. They share encouraging stories about local and international impacts, emphasizing the importance of collabor...

This episode takes a look into the heart of leadership in today's consumer culture, offering insights and strategies to foster resilience, grit, and grace among church leaders. Dave and Mark talk about how to navigate entitlement mentalities, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and adaptability in the pursuit of impactful leadership.

Trust IS the leadership currency. Things don't trust, but people do. If you don't have credibility, you can't lead people. Your character, reputation, and credibility are everything when building trust. Do others follow you when there is no manual to tell you what to do? Here is how to move from management of things to dynamic leadership of people. Join Nate and Dave to In this episode: The differ...

This episode delves into the concept of the pendulum swing between micro and macro approaches in church leadership, emphasizing the need for constant momentum rather than static balance. Jesus exemplified this dynamic by shifting between micro-level engagement and macro-level impact, calling each of us to steward momentum and navigate identity, success definitions, and relationship dynamics amidst...

Change your current leadership results. Problem solving and decision making are core activities of effective leadership. You can increase your leadership capacity through brilliance in the basics, because the trajectory builds your foundational memory. When that foundational memory becomes second nature, your capacity for crucial problem solving and decision making makes you a greater capacity lea...

Mark and Dave discuss the importance of moving beyond compartmentalization to achieve both micro and macro growth, emphasizing practical application and collaboration. Using examples from the Gospels, they highlight the necessity of adopting an abundance mindset and the power of teamwork in the context of church multiplication, urging listeners to focus on the collective mission rather than indivi...

In this episode, Mark discusses the importance of going deep to reach wide in New York City's mission for kingdom growth. Joined by Dave, they explore how prioritizing depth lays the groundwork for broad impact, sharing practical insights on effective discipleship in the city's diverse landscape.

If I walk into an organization and notice the trash cans are empty, I know this organization understands basic ownership and shared responsibility. Collective Basics are everything. Join Nate and Dave as we talk through the role of ownership and discipline at the personal level for leadership impact.

Join Dave and his wife Ann Miller for a peak behind how she makes the world keep turning while being married to a church planter. 23 years together means they offer some good laughs and a little bit of sage advice for wives and husbands pursuing #NoPlaceLeft together.

Major General James N Mattis described his vision of success this way, "Mastery of the basics was all it would take to whip anybody." What is the crucial role of core competency habits as the active pathway to maturity? Join the discussion as Nate and Dave talk about becoming catalytic leaders of conviction, character, and action that last.

Chuck Wood leads a discussion into the dynamic interplay of personal growth and broader mission impact, reflecting on Jesus's approach to mentorship and mission, emphasizing the power of multiplication through focused discipleship. The episode delves into Jesus's strategy of balancing muddy boots leadership and mentorship with expansive mission work, illustrating the critical role of micro actions...

Nathan Elliot joins Dave Miller to kick off a new segment on H3X. Leadership with Nate and Dave will release each Thursday. They will discuss catylizng leaders of conviction, character, and action that last. This first episode introduces Nathan and gives sneak peak at what is ahead.

In this episode, Dave and Mark explore the powerful concepts from Malcolm Gladwell's "Tipping Point" and their application to spreading the movement of church multiplication. They discuss the crucial roles of connectors, mavens, and salesmen in achieving a tipping point within the context of church growth and disciple making. The conversation highlights the importance of leveraging these roles to...

Dave and Mark delve into the tension between engaging in individual discipleship and maintaining a broader vision for "What's it going to take?" endvision. They emphasize the necessity of operating in both micro and macro to effectively multiply disciples, leaders, and churches. The conversation highlights practical ways leaders can navigate this tension, fostering a mindset of multiplication root...

In this episode, Mark and Dave dive deep into the practical application of their three-part strategy for multiplying churches and disciples they shared for 2024. Mark shares the model of a "Lost and Found Party," a unique outreach tool employed in Queens, NYC, demonstrating how hospitality and intentional conversations can lead to gospel engagement and identifying persons of peace. Listeners will...

In this episode Mark and Dave explore the challenging aspects of leadership, particularly the necessity of living "unliked" to achieve impactful change. They discuss how effective leadership often involves tough decisions and truth-telling that may not be well-received, drawing parallels with historical figures like William Carey and Hudson Taylor. The conversation also delves into personal experi...

Mark and Dave present a comprehensive strategy for church growth and leadership development, designed to help listeners identify their current phase and leadership. The discussion covers church planting, leadership skills, and cross-pollination, offering a clear vision for the podcast's future direction and its focus on practical, actionable guidance. This episode serves as both a diagnostic tool...

In this episode, Dave and Mark delve into the vital connection between habits, goals, and effective leadership. They explore the importance of being proactive, discussing how starting with even the smallest steps can lead to significant progress in personal and kingdom impact growth. The episode offers insights into overcoming procrastination and setting up systems for success, emphasizing the imp...

In this episode, Mark and Dave explore the art of staying focused in church leadership and planting. Get practical tips on setting milestones, overcoming distractions, and turning vision into action in 2024. Perfect for leaders and disciple-makers seeking impactful strategies in their ministry before the whirlwind of 2024 hits. *** Show Notes and Resources *** The 3:3:3 Tool: https://bit.ly/3S9I7Q...

Mark and Dave discuss the importance of balancing urgency and longevity in Christian leadership, drawing insights from the parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25. They emphasize the necessity of being spiritually prepared and having a deep, personal relationship with Jesus to avoid burnout and ensure sustainable ministry. The conversation highlights the dangers of prioritizing tasks over intimac...

Mark and Dave discuss the origins and purpose of the H3X Podcast, focusing on the concept of a distributed network. They highlight the need to model leadership contributions and collaborate with a broader network. There are challenges and benefits of operating in a distributed network which they address, particularly in relation to the scalability required for the Great Commission: humility, patie...

Your disciple making needs 3 things: Process, Community, and Responsibility. In disciple making we are not only looking for followers of Jesus, but followers of Jesus who want to lead in the work of the Kingdom of Jesus. In this episode we discuss the need for a process of disciple making that creates environments of responsibility, rather than simply stopping at content retention.

Movement is simply more people learning to do simple affective habits. In the world of the head, heart, and hands of the multiplying church and her leaders, we will never move beyond the affective habit of seed sowing the gospel. Start a habit. Track if that habit is affecting the change you expected. Adjust. Invite others to join you in that habit. Add time and you will affect movement.