The Dare to Multiply Podcast

On this episode Cynthia talks about the difference between preaching at people and the power of offering an invitation to conversation, consideration and the table of the Father.  

On this episode, Cynthia shares about the importance of evaluating the effectiveness of all the money and time we spend on Christmas events vs. learning to share personally and invite people into spiritual conversations.  She shares 4 things we can do in that conversations to be light and salt to the lost in this Advent Season.

Many new movements are catalyzed out of existing movements.  It is critical that we not only multiply disciples, but multiply leaders! On this episode, Cynthia speaks with Daniel from West Africa about how he trains and releases leaders, trusting the Holy Spirit to help them go and grow.

On the podcast today, Cynthia continues her series defining key factors in disciple multiplication. What does it mean when we talk about abundant gospel sowing? How do you increase the number of good news presentations happening in your area?

The term "extraordinary prayer" is often used by those who train and teach about disciple multiplication.  What does it actually mean? And what are some examples of it? In this episode, Cynthia unpacks this term and shares tips on how to get started to become a person of extraordinary prayer. 

On today's episode Cynthia talks with Phil Moore, a church pastor in the UK, who began exploring disciple multiplication and was introduced to movement leaders in Iran who asked him to share their extraordinary story.  We talk about finding Persons of Peace, how to motivate yourself and others to intercede, humility and more.

In this week's podcast, Cynthia talks about what it takes to mobilize your church toward a heart for the nations and into active engagement with them. 

On today's episode, Cynthia begins a new series of talks on some of the stubborn obstacles often encountered on the pathway to disciple multiplication and how to overcome them.  This first one is on the reasons why for many people joining a group is far easier than launching one or beginning your own.  A hope-filled episode, you'll walk away feeling like you have solutions to go forward. Grab a co...

On today's podcast Cynthia interviews Justin Long, Director of Research for Beyond about global trends, about what is happening with movements generally, and asks hard questions about how numbers are reported and tracked. Get Justin's weekly global update at: www.justinlong.org/roundup

How do I multiply disciples and what criterion do I follow?  On this episode, Cynthia talks about the difference between addition and multiplication of disciples, and shares six keys to seeing disciples multiply.  One of them is to find a Person of Peace. Download a free e-book on that topic here: https://www.dmmsfrontiermissions.com/person-of-peace-e-book/

Description: We dream of the multiplication of disciples and groups, but sometimes it seems a distant, far off dream. Why is it that some groups fail to multiply? Cynthia addresses this important question in this episode of the podcast sharing both common causes and possible solutions to see things move forward.

Some of the keys to releasing movements may surprise us. Today on the podcast, Rhonda A. who has worked for years among the unreached and seen many movements started through those she coaches and trains shares with us about keys, obstacles and the specific roles we can play in the releasing of movements.

How do we release the miraculous movements we long to see? We know movements to Christ that grow rapidly are a work of the Spirit of God. Is there anything we can do to join God in releasing miracles and movements? Or do we simple wait and pray? Cynthia talks about this and some of the miracles that are common to see in rapidly multiplying movements globally.

In this episode Cynthia dives deep into the oikos concept; where it came from, how it works in different contexts and particularly addresses how it can work in more individualistic contexts in the West where isolation is on the rise.

In this second part of the interview with Nik Ripken, author of The Insanity of God and The Insanity of Obedience, Cynthia and Nik talk about how we define persecution, the challenge of sharing our faith in the West, and the role fear plays in our lives. He gives an exhortation and encouragement to those in persecuted situations and shares about new resources coming available soon. 

In this two-part interview with Nik Ripken, author of The Insanity of God and The Insanity of Obedience, Cynthia dives deep into the topic of persecution.  Is persecution normal? Is the Western Christian response to persecution appropriate? We discuss this and more in part one.

We’re back!  In this first episode after a short break, Cynthia talks about the destination of our spiritual journey toward transformation.  She’ll share about the ups and downs on the journey to see breakthrough and greater fruit among the lost and how remembering the end-vision is Jesus not seeing thousands saved keeps us grounded on the journey.

We live in a go, go, go, world of activity.  When is it appropriate to pause your disciple-making and other ministry activities?  In this brief episode, Cynthia talks about this and how taking a break or pause can recharge you for the new. We'd love your feedback! Please take this short survey: https://disciplemakersincrease.typeform.com/to/xt789OZD She also announces the pausing of the Dare to Mu...

What is the process of moving someone from a new contact to becoming a disciple who makes disciples? On this episode, we are talking with Matt Ulrich of Greenhouse Church in Florida about the pathway of discipleship and how it works.

What is God doing among Muslims who are coming to faith?  How do you share the Good News with Muslims? On this episode we hear from David Garrison, author of the book Church Planting Movements and A Wind in the House of Islam.

The Joshua Project has served the Global Body of Christ and missions community for many years in providing lists of unreached people groups and tracking what God is doing among them. Join Cynthia for this insightful interview on how to use this tool effectively and about some of the changes coming to this powerful ministry and website.

How quickly do I begin to share about Jesus with a new contact? Or with my neighbor? We want to be careful not to drive people away from us or cause them to put up walls that are hard to later tear down. At the same time, if we never share about Jesus, no one will become a disciple. In this episode, Cynthia explores this important issue.

How do you make disciples among those who are not interested in Christianity, or whose lifestyles seem to contradict the teachings of Jesus? Steven Barr has catalyzed a Disciple Making Movement in the Disney Parks around the world. Castmembers and employees of Disney are experiencing the life-changing love of Jesus and choosing to follow Him and His ways. Listen in for some of the keys and princip...

Accountability can be a scary word for many. Yet learning to practice "friendly accountability" is a key in multiplying disciples. Cynthia shares on this episode about how to make this part of your life and the groups you lead.

In this episode Cynthia interviews Alan Hirsch, author of 12 books, founding director of Forge Mission Training Network and a thought leader in the world of movements. Describing the six key elements of Movemental Christianity, Hirsch puts Jesus Is Lord at the center of it all. We will explore why this is needed and also some of the ways churches have strayed from this in our world today.