This is a follow-up conversation with Emanuel Prinz about his book “What Actually Starts Movements.” I had some additional questions to ask, and I think you’ll enjoy these key insights about teams, insiders/outsiders, and funding. (Check out minute marks below for specific topics). Here is our previous conversation: https://pheaney.substack.com/p/what-actually-starts-movements Minute Marks APEST and Catalytic Teams 4:23 Outsiders vs Insiders 12:42 Where does the money come from? 19:56 Compassion...
Jul 28, 2025•35 min
When I have conversations with Emanuel Prinz, I feel like I’m sitting down with the equivalent of Jim Collins in the business world. Instead of being satisfied with anecdotal stories, he and a research team have dug into hundreds of Gospel-movements worldwide to see what is actually happening and how we can emulate it. Emanuel Prinz helps ministries grow to movements. Find out more: www.catalyticleadership.info . Find the book we talked about today, "What Actually Starts Movements," on Amazon . ...
Jun 23, 2025•51 min
People on this episode: Guy Caskey, Rodger Guigou Shull , Philip Lynch, and Yours Truly We mentioned: Events with Intent , BLT Communities Key moments (so you can jump ahead if you don’t have the capacity to listen to the whole thing.) * 9:37 All boats rise when people get connected. * 20:46 “Serve the purpose of God.” * 29:08 Learning from each other. * 37:17 The danger of over-sending the work * 41:53 Five key learnings (Check pheaney.substack.com for image). This is a public episode. If you w...
Jun 12, 2025•52 min
I really enjoyed the insights from reading this book, as well as chatting about it with the co-author, Dave Coles. Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Fire-Advancing-Kingdom-Challenging-ebook/dp/B0DTC2SQSX/ You can find more about Dave and what he has written here: https://davecoles.freemin.org/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pheaney.substack.com...
Jun 02, 2025•26 min
I have been wanting to capture this story since I first heard it! Give this podcast a listen to hear a great and inspiring story of how an Event with Intent can lead to multiplication. You’ll also learn key insights about: * diaspora work * leadership development * real-life multiplication * finding the resources in the harvest This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pheaney.substack.com...
May 19, 2025•41 min
“This is the biggest problem I have.” - Numerous missionaries on the subject of money and how it affects their work in the majority world. The book is called To Whom Much Was Given: Case Studies on How Outside Money Affects Movement Practitioners If you are having trouble navigating tricky money situations, this is an episode you should listen to, and more importantly, a book you should read. https://www.movementsandmoney.org/ Find the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DZR8SC66 This is...
May 05, 2025•30 min•Ep. 8
I have interviewed Rodger several times on my podcast. You should most definitely give a listen to this episode and more importantly buy the book “Movements in America”. For one week from the release date (April 28) the book is on sale on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Movements-America-Disciple-Movement-Spreading/dp/B0DNVN3YBP/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pheaney.substack.com...
Apr 28, 2025•25 min
Book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/iIoryhZ Book in Podcast Form: https://open.spotify.com/show/58azIoSYujcz8kj99vV40x?si=b68915d0ab1f4919 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pheaney.substack.com
Feb 06, 2025•34 min
Is 24,000 students too small of a vision? Listen to this inspiring podcast with John Glasser. Find out more and connect with Collision at https://www.collision.org/ “There are four churches for every public school in America.” “Share the Gospel with as many people as it takes to find three disciples that multiply.” John talked about Ross Ramsey a few times, here are some past conversations I have had with Ross: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...
Nov 23, 2024•32 min
After reading this article by Emanuel Prinz about coaching, I had a bunch of questions. When I reached out to my friend Chuck, he was kind enough to pull together a call with himself, Jim and Bob and we had a great discussion about leading others well. This is Part Three of the conversation, you can find parts one and two here: Here is the image from Chuck we are centering the conversation around. If you enjoyed this conversation, check out these previous episodes with… Chuck: Jim: Bob: Thanks f...
Nov 12, 2024•22 min
I was recently casting vision to another kingdom worker and using the four fields illustration as a paradigm for ministry. He asked me a simple question: Where did that come from? I knew it came out of a movement in India, but that was about it. I wanted to dig a little deeper so I reached out to Jeff Sundell who shared this simple but insightful story with me! Listen to find out! If you’re not familiar with the Four Fields as a ministry paradigm, check out the following video and podcast: This ...
Nov 08, 2024•1 min
After reading this article by Emanuel Prinz about coaching, I had a bunch of questions. When I reached out to my friend Chuck, he was kind enough to pull together a call with himself, Jim and Bob and we had a great discussion about leading others well. This is Part Two of the conversation, you can find part one here: Here is the image from Chuck we are centering the conversation around. If you enjoyed this conversation, check out these previous episodes with… Chuck: Jim: Bob: Be sure to head to ...
Nov 04, 2024•29 min
After reading this article by Emanuel Prinz about coaching, I had a bunch of questions. When I reached out to my friend Chuck, he was kind enough to pull together a call with himself, Jim and Bob and we had a great discussion about leading others well. Listen in to part one! Here is the image from Chuck we are centering the conversation around. If you enjoyed this conversation, check out these previous episodes with… Chuck: Jim: Bob: Be sure to head to pheaney.substack.com to subscribe so you ca...
Oct 28, 2024•20 min
This is a test to move my podcast audio to substack. If it goes well I’ll stop dropping tests! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pheaney.substack.com
Oct 23, 2024•1 min
Chris Lynch shares some key insights about helping people take one step closer to Jesus. I recently ran across the "Engel Scale" which shows some specific steps people take on their journey to Christ. When I posted a question on Facebook, Chris provided a great response (see below) that led us to schedule this interview. Check out the BLT Communities that he mentions: https://ontheroad.link/blog/luke-10-principles-in-social-communities Here is Chris's original response: We trained this before th...
Sep 13, 2024•38 min
If sharing the Gospel 14,000 times doesn’t help you see multiplying disciples, what do you do next? Rodger shares some key insights from the Scriptures along with amazing stories from the harvest that highlight three entry strategies God is using in Western contexts today. Show Notes Oikos Pray for yours, Push others to theirs - Steve Smith Oikos study - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gQEXN_YxsNUGsbP5mTI0dPyHYcsuCwEayGzPgVgLRts/edit Villages : Look for places you can B uild relationships na...
Aug 01, 2024•48 min
I shared the Gospel hundreds of times and didn't find a true person of peace. Do I call it quits on pursuing movement, or is there another way forward? Join Emanuel Prinz and Pheaney for a crucial conversation. If you have ever felt like quitting (or even just discouraged) as you are pursuing a movement, this is an episode for you. Original Blog Post from Emanuel: https://www.catalyticleadership.info/post/disillusioned-with-movements Emanuel's website: https://www.catalyticleadership.info/ The b...
Jul 05, 2024•43 min
No, this isn’t a foray into my new gardening strategy. Check out this conversation with Dave Coles, one of the authors of the book Cabbages in the Desert: How God Transformed a Devout Muslim and Catalyzed Disciple Making Movements among Unreached Peoples. “It’s not just a matter of decision-making, it’s a matter of disciple-making.” Show Notes: You can find the book Cabbages in the Desert here: https://www.amazon.com/Cabbages-Desert-Transformed-Catalyzed-Movements/dp/B0D2NMFQ7N/ Dave on a previo...
May 07, 2024•29 min
Ramadan 2024 is less than one week away. Check out https://ramadanillinois.pray4movement.org/ and sign up to pray for Muslims in Illinois! This is my conversation with Miriam Adeney, one of the authors of the book Afghan Mountain Faith. Show Notes: You can find the book Afghan Mountain Faith here: https://missionbooks.org/products/afghan-mountain-faith Visit pray4movement.org to sign up to pray for a specific Muslim people or place. Visit ontheroad.link to subscribe to get this podcast and blog ...
Mar 04, 2024•32 min
Ramadan 2024 is less than two weeks away. This is a repost of an interview I did with the authors of Stubborn Perseverance. Stubborn Perseverance: "How to launch multiplying movements of disciples and churches, among Muslims and others (a story based on real events)." by James Nyman and Robby Butler. Show Notes: Visit stubbornperseverance.org to find out more. Visit pray4movement.org to sign up to pray for a specific Muslim people or place. Visit ontheroad.link to subscribe to get this podcast a...
Feb 26, 2024•35 min
Nik Ripken, author of the books Insanity of God and Insanity of Obedience joins me to share his thoughts and views on what is happening in the Muslim world. Find the Insanity books and more at nikripken.com . Great Quotes from Nik: “You can’t trust advice that’s never knocked on a door.” “American has cheapened the essence of Christianity while expanding the cost of it.” Quoting a lost person in an alternative lifestyle: “Why do they bother giving us their religious material when they hate us so...
Feb 19, 2024•36 min
It was fun to be the one answering questions for a change. Thanks to Paul Scott and WPEO for making this audio available. We talked about a training on February 24 to learn to engage Muslims: https://forms.gle/dugf9TL4QNbMLSgf8 And if you are interested in praying for Muslims, check out: https://ramadanillinois.pray4movement.org/ Visit ontheroad.link to subscribe to get this podcast and blog posts from Pheaney delivered to your email. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this ...
Feb 15, 2024•31 min
Listen to Kevin share about how God is working among Muslims using an engagement tool called "The Camel." Show notes: Wind in the House of Islam Book (And the Maverick Podcast Season 2 is a podcast version of the book.) The Camel Book. Contact me if you'd like a short PDF version of the tool. The Quran passage Kevin mentioned is: Al Imran, verses 42-55 Here is the Gospel tool I use to share with Muslims that includes the first/last sacrifice idea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqzoSvqGiWg Visi...
Feb 12, 2024•38 min
Stories of God at work in the Muslim world from Tom Doyle, author of Women Who Risk and founder of Uncharted Ministries. Show Notes: I Found the Truth: https://www.ifoundthetruth.com Uncharted Ministries: https://unchartedministries.com/ Women Who Risk: https://www.amazon.com/Women-Who-Risk-Secret-Agents/dp/0785233466/ Dreams and Visions: https://www.amazon.com/DREAMS-VISIONS-Jesus-Awakening-Muslim/dp/0849947200/ Visit ontheroad.link to subscribe to get this podcast and blog posts from Pheaney d...
Feb 05, 2024•37 min
A conversation with Chris about God working among Muslims on both sides of the pond. Chris Ross is focused on multiplying disciples, leaders, and churches globally among Central Asian peoples through North American Cities. For more info email Chris at ChrisRoss.Multiply@gmail.com . Chris recommended this resource for prayer: https://www.amazon.com/30-Days-Through-Turkey-Partnering-ebook/dp/B09SM2TRLY/ Visit ontheroad.link to subscribe to get this podcast and blog posts from Pheaney delivered to ...
Jan 29, 2024•36 min
Listen to what God is doing in South Asia through an MBB. Show Notes: Ramadan Prayer Focus: https://pray4movement.org/ramadan-2024/ Visit ontheroad.link to subscribe to get this podcast and blog posts from Pheaney delivered to your email. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pheaney.substack.com...
Jan 22, 2024•26 min
Welcome to Season 7 of On the Road, with a special focus on reaching Muslims for Jesus. Leading up to Ramadan 2024 I plan to put out weekly episodes highlighting what God is doing among Muslims. Throughout Ramadan, I will drop short daily prayer prompts. You can subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, or if you want them in your inbox, sign up at ontheroad.link . This is the second part of an interview with Mike Shipman, the author of the book "Any 3: Lead Muslims to Christ Now!" Links : First...
Jan 15, 2024•26 min
Welcome to Season 7 of On the Road, with a special focus on reaching Muslims for Jesus. Leading up to Ramadan 2024 I plan to put out weekly episodes highlighting what God is doing among Muslims. Throughout Ramadan, I will drop short daily prayer prompts. You can subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, or if you want them in your inbox, sign up at ontheroad.link . This is the first part of an interview with Mike Shipman, the author of the book "Any 3: Lead Muslims to Christ Now!" Links : Plan A...
Jan 08, 2024•27 min
Check out this interview with the authors of the book Stubborn Perseverance. Stubborn Perseverance: "How to launch multiplying movements of disciples and churches, among Muslims and others (a story based on real events)." by James Nyman and Robby Butler Visit stubbornperseverance.org to get a copy. Visit ontheroad.link to subscribe to get this podcast and blog posts from Pheaney delivered to your email. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acc...
Sep 21, 2023•35 min
Earlier this year I wrapped up a series of episodes with Cynthia Anderson about the mindset shifts that need to occur in us as we pursue movement. Cynthia put these key lessons into a book, and in this episode, we talk about a few additions to the mindsets we covered, plus we hear an amazing modern-day parable. Show Notes: Purchase the book: www.multipliersmindset.com (Pre-order now, available on September 7). Get a free sample chapter: http://www.dmmsfrontiermissions.com/multipliers-mindset-sam...
Aug 11, 2023•38 min
