The Dare to Multiply Podcast

What does it look like to make disciples in the workplace? In this conversation with Ramon Mayo, we explore how God can turn setbacks—like losing a job—into opportunities for greater fruitfulness. Ramon shares powerful stories and practical insights on recognizing everyday opportunities, listening to the Holy Spirit, and living authentically as a follower of Jesus at work. From using break times i...

What if church wasn’t a place—but everyday obedience to Jesus lived out by ordinary people? In this episode, we interview Lucas Pulley, the executive director of the Underground Network. we explore the Underground movement, a global network of 100+ microchurches—worshiping communities sent to obey God’s calling, multiply disciples, and pursue justice among the poor and oppressed. We challenge the...

On this end of year podcast episode, Cynthia talks with veteran DMM/CPM trainer Bill Smith about the role and importance of goal setting and dreaming big with God as you start a new year.  They'll talk about some of the how to do this but a lot more about the why it is so vital in our journey as those who are pursuing Kingdom multiplication. For the Deeper Dive Interview, be sure to subscribe and...

Christmas is a wonderful time to share the good news!  There are many opportunities in this season that you don't have in other times.  Are you taking advantage of those?  In this episode Cynthia shares her experiences and what it's been like to do the Christmas Challenge, sharing the gospel or starting a spiritual conversation with one person each day in the midst of daily life, a move and more!...

Description: In this episode, we sit down with a Dr. Craig Ott, a professor at Trinity International University, to explore whether the Book of Acts reveals patterns of movements—or if that’s reading too much into the text. Together, we unpack powerful themes of growth, opposition, and multiplication that echo from Genesis through Acts and into today’s disciple-making movements (DMMs) and church-p...

In the third and final episode in this series on the Holy Spirit, Cynthia and Jenn talk through common questions about how to cast out demons, discern when you are facing spiritual warfare, and other questions people often ask about the Holy Spirit. 

In this episode, we dive into how to hear and receive from the Holy Spirit, and practical ways to apply that into multiplication ministry. We share personal examples as well as a number of stories from field workers of how they listened and discerned the Holy Spirit's leading. We also talk about the intimate and personal aspect of God's desire to communicate with us. The Holy Spirit desires to spe...

In this episode, Cynthia and Jenn dive into how to access the Holy Spirit’s gifts as you make disciples. They unpack 1 Corinthians 12, exploring the incredible variety of spiritual gifts—from wisdom and healing to prophecy and tongues—and how they’re distributed by God for the good of the body. They talk about practical ways to discover and grow in your gifts, including listening prayer, worship,...

In this episode, Cynthia sits down with Kevin Greeson, author of Sowing With Intent, to explore the Parable of the Sower—arguably Jesus’ most foundational teaching on spiritual multiplication. Drawing from decades of church planting experience across South Asia, Kevin shares transformative insights into this often misunderstood parable, revealing its deep relevance for anyone seeking to expand the...

In this thought-provoking episode, Cynthia Anderson and Tim Walker dive deep into the Parable of the Sower, uncovering its strategic relevance for today’s Church. Tim, author of Sowing With Intent, challenges listeners to rethink how we measure success in ministry—moving beyond organizational growth to personal, relational multiplication. Together, they explore: How to identify gospel gaps and rea...

In this powerful episode, Jenn and Cynthia sit down with a couple who have helped spark one of the largest movements to Christ in the world today—over one million groups and churches in just 13 years.  From early struggles and fruitless efforts to explosive, organic growth in difficult gospel soil, they share: How they multiplied disciples rapidly What shifted their approach Key principles for mov...

Is your team struggling to stay focused, experiencing conflict, or feeling adrift? In this episode, Cynthia sits down with Jenn Chang to unpack how to lead disciple-making teams that stay aligned, fruitful, and focused on multiplication. ✅ You’ll learn: Proven strategies for leading effective, healthy teams How to overcome common challenges in disciple-making environments What it takes to build a...

Rapidly growing movements attract donors who want to invest. What are the effects of that giving? Who do majority world movement leaders and practitioners experience the gifts coming from outside? Today on the podcast we talk with Brett Butler about these important "elephant in the room" topics any cross cultural worker or team grapples with.

What do you do when the God-sized dream you’re pursuing feels far off—or even impossible? In this episode, Cynthia shares the heart behind the vision to see 50 new movements to Christ and the journey of holding onto that dream through seasons of doubt, slow progress, and spiritual stretching. You’ll hear personal stories, biblical encouragement, and practical wisdom for staying faithful to the vis...

In this episode, Cynthia sits down with Jeannie Marie—author, speaker, and cross-cultural disciple-maker—to explore how to overcome fear and build meaningful bridges when sharing the gospel with people from vastly different backgrounds. Whether you're reaching out to a Hindu, Muslim, or someone you wouldn’t naturally connect with, Jeannie offers practical tools and mindset shifts to help you disci...

In rapidly growing disciple-making movements, where there’s no formal hierarchy or denominational structure, how do leadership and accountability actually work? In this insightful episode, Cynthia unpacks the principles and practices that keep these movements healthy, sustainable, and spiritually grounded—even without traditional leadership models. 🎧 Tune in to discover: - How leadership naturall...

In this episode, Cynthia interviews John Glasser from Collision—a ministry dedicated to equipping middle and high school students to make and multiply disciples. John shares his journey from organizing fun youth events to embracing a disciple-making model, sparked by a transformative trip to Ukraine and challenging conversations that shifted his perspective. Discover how Collision trains youth gro...

In this episode of Dare to Multiply, Cynthia shares powerful reflections from her recent retreats and spiritual insights God revealed during her time away. She also announces exciting changes coming to the podcast— new formats, fresh content, and a renewed focus on equipping disciple-makers for the season ahead. Don’t miss this heartfelt and visionary update!

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for being such an amazing part of the Dare to Multiply podcast journey. During the month of August, I’ll be taking a short break to recharge, reflect, and come back with even better and more relevant content.  Don’t worry — I’ll be back in September with some exciting new ideas for the fall that I'm working on and praying about! In the meantime, feel free to...

We often hear stories of movements starting in Africa or Asia—but what about Europe? 🇪🇺 In this episode, Cynthia Anderson sits down with Piet Van Welsem of the Red Chair Movement to explore what it looks like to catalyze disciple-making movements in places like Holland. With a rich history of partnering with the Holy Spirit to spark movements in the former Soviet Union, among Iranian refugees, and...

In Part 2 of our series on movement growth, we explore the real dangers that can come with rapid multiplication in Disciple-Making Movements (DMMs). While we long to see millions reached with the Gospel, we must also ensure that growth is healthy, sustainable, and rooted in strong discipleship.

Movements may feel like a modern phenomenon, but their roots trace all the way back to the New Testament. In this episode, Cynthia sits down with Dr. Wes Watkins—scholar, academic, and leader in the Motus Dei Network—to explore how God is working through disciple-making movements today. Together, they dive into a thoughtful and honest theological and academic examination of these movements, asking...

This week we explore what effects rapid growth has on a movement and what benefits may exist. Next Week: We’ll explore the real dangers of rapid growth and how to prepare for them before they arrive.

Are Disciple Making Movements happening in America today? Can they happen? 🤔 In this episode, Cynthia interviews Rodger Shull, a dedicated researcher and practitioner who has explored this question for years while working to multiply disciples, groups, and churches in the USA. Gain valuable keys, insights, and encouragement from their fascinating conversation. ✨ Highlights: Current state of Disc...

Many people dread reporting—especially when it feels like just crunching numbers. In disciple-making, this resistance can grow when numbers feel inaccurate or impersonal. In today’s episode, Cynthia shares why tracking and reporting aren’t about stats—they’re about people. Discover how intentional reporting can fuel healthy, growing movements and help you stay focused on what truly matters.