We begin a special four-part series on consumerism and disciple making. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss the other episodes! Takeaway: Consumerism has fooled the church into believing that "success" is more important than righteousness. Action Step: Reflect on your own consumerism, and repent in areas where you may lack. Show Notes: 2 Peter 1:3-4 John 10:10 https://www.justingravitt.com/blog/consumerism-satisfactionforsale Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigators Church Ministries The Re...
Jan 19, 2022•21 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast Habits help us because; You can’t rush intimacy. Intentional habits + intimate time can help lead us to an intimate relationship. Luke 2:52, “Jesus grew in wisdom and in stature, and in favor with God & man.” Assurance of Salvation / Gospel - The Gospel you preach determines the kind of disciple you will make. -Bill Hull Quiet Time m Prayer Witnessing Fellowship Scripture Memory Bible Study Takeaway: Intentional habits + intimate time can help lead us to an intimate relationship Action Step: Eva...
Jan 12, 2022•21 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast You have to deal with your hurt before you can help those who are hurting. 1 Thess. 2:8, “We loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God, but our lives as well, because you had become so dear to us. Takeaway: You can't love at a distance and you can't disciple at a distance. Action Step: Examine what roadblocks are keeping you from loving others well. Show Notes: Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigators Church Ministries The Reclamation Podcast v...
Jan 05, 2022•22 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast In today's conversation, Tony and Justin explore the importance of having a clear call to action in the disciple-making movement. Takeaway: Disciple-making begins with a clear call to action. Action Step: Clarify your clear call to action, and share it with a fellow disciple-maker. Show Notes: 1 Corinthians 14:8 https://www.justingravitt.com/blog/the-trumpet-principle 4 Questions for churches to sound a clear call in disciple-making: How does disciple-making differ from what the church is alread...
Dec 15, 2021•21 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast In today's conversation, Tony and Justin dialogue about their experience to fast in order to hear God's voice. Takeaway: Fasting is meant to be shared. Action Step: Plan your next fast... Show Notes: Matt. 6:16-18 Mark 2:18-20 John 3:30 Acts 14:23 Phil. 1:29 Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigators Church Ministries The Reclamation Podcast...
Dec 08, 2021•21 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Far too often we neglect defining the important parts of our cultural thinking that it will happen on its own. In today's conversation, Justin and Tony unpack what it means to define the culture so that you can move forward with the mission. Takeaway: Common language creates common movement that changes the individual for the corporate good. Action Step: Define disciple making language with your community and with the people you are discipling. Show Notes: Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigat...
Dec 01, 2021•19 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast In today's conversation, Justin and Tony sit down with fellow Navigator Jason Johnston. We talk about purity, reaching the next generation, and what it takes to be relevant in today's world. You aren't going to want to miss our very first interview! Takeaway: Its' never too early to start talking to your kids about purity! Action Step: Subscribe to Jason's Youtube channel. Show Notes: Jason’s Website Jason’s Youtube Channel Resources Mentioned: The Navigators 2:7 Series Topical Memory System Goo...
Nov 17, 2021•35 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast In this week's episode, Tony and Justin talk about what it means to stay in the truth when we follow Jesus! The branch doesn’t exist for itself, but to bear fruit for the vine. John 15:1, “I am the true vine, and my father is the gardener.” John 15:5, “I am the vine you are the branches if a man remains in me and I in him he will bear much fruit, apart from me you can do nothing.” Essentials for Abiding - (Disciplines) Scripture Meditation/reflection Prayer The Church/Community/Fellowship Takeaw...
Nov 10, 2021•20 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast Justin and Tony talk about the discipline of sharing your story, and how important it is to share it in new ways! Takeaway: Sharing your story is a discipline, be ready to share your story today. Action Step: Tell someone how Jesus is changing you this week. Show Notes: Scripture: Acts 26:4-23, 1 Peter 3:15, John 4:39, Colossians 4:5-6 Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigators Church Ministries The Reclamation Podcast...
Nov 03, 2021•21 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast In the world of disciple making breaking up is hard to do! In this conversation, Tony and Justin explore how to end a relationship. Takeaway: Clear on ramps create clear off-ramps. Clear is kind. Action Step: Take some time to evaluate how your DM relationship is going. What adjustments need to be made? Show Notes: Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigators Church Ministries The Reclamation Podcast...
Oct 20, 2021•22 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast In this dialogue, Justin and Tony talk about who are the people that can't be discipled - don't even try it! Action Step: Evaluate if the person you are trying to disciple is undisciplable. If so, we’ll be back next week to talk about how to end a DM relationship. Show Notes: https://www.justingravitt.com/blog/fourpeople-cantdisciple Luke 16:10, “Whoever can be trusted with little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.” Justin’s...
Oct 13, 2021•21 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast In today's conversation, we talk about how important it is to be intentional with time and relationship building. This is the secret sauce to any good disciple-making relationship! Takeaway: More is caught than taught. Action Step: Plan regular time to spend with the person you are discipling. Show Notes: Mark 3:14, 1 Thess. 2:8, Proverbs 27:17, 2 Tim. 3:10 Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Charles Causey Navigators Church Ministries The Reclamation Podcast...
Oct 06, 2021•22 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the podcast, we look at the final posture of the effective disciple-maker - the farmer! Takeaway: Disciples work with God and enjoy fruit with Him Action Step: Be Faithful! (Stop worrying and trust God to provide the growth --about your growth or the growth of the one you are discipling.) Show Notes: 2 Timothy 2:6 Mark 4:26-29 Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigators Church Ministries The Reclamation Podcast...
Sep 29, 2021•20 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we continue to explore the posture of disciple making. We examine what it means to have the posture of an athlete. Takeaway: Athletes put in the practice to become something. As disciple makers it’s no different. Action Step: Define your practice. How will you dedicate yourself to it? Show Notes: 2 Tim. 2:2-4 1 Cor. 9:26-27, Gal 2:2, Phil. 2:16, 3:14, Col. 2:18, 2 Tim 4:8. Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigators Church Ministries The Reclamation Podcast...
Sep 22, 2021•20 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast What is posture, and why is it important? How do you view yourself and your engagement in the world?? Sometimes it’s not about skills or knowledge it’s about a posture. Standing in who we are, not simply what we know. Takeaway: The mission requires your full attention. Action Step: List the distractions that keep you from living out the mission of disciple making. Show Notes: 2 Tim. 2:2-4 The Warrior Ethos Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigators Church Ministries The Reclamation Podcast...
Sep 15, 2021•20 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Following Jesus often leads us to places that make us uncomfortable! Takeaway: Consistent Discomfort leads to Deeper Roots Action Step: Intentionally go to uncomfortable places with God. Show Notes: John 12:24, Luke 5:16 Justin’s Website Tony’s Website Navigators Church Ministries The Reclamation Podcast...
Sep 06, 2021•20 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast In the final episode of season one Justin and Tony discuss the importance of starting to disciple! Takeaway: Get started. Action Step: Pray, Identify, then invite someone into a disciple making relationship. Send Us Your Questions/ Topics: www.justingravitt.com www.twmilt.com https://www.justingravitt.com/blog/start-withone https://www.justingravitt.com/blog/howtostart...
Jun 01, 2021•20 min•Ep 30•Transcript available on Metacast In today's episode, Tony talks about what it means to be an extrovert disciple maker. If you are an extrovert or know an extrovert - check this out! Disciple in Jesus’ image, not your own. 1 Corinthians 11:1 1 Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ. Create a plan separate from your passion. Habakkuk 2:2 Write down your vision clearly so the harolds can run with it Listen twice as much as you speak. Takeaway: Extroverts can be powerful disciple makers. Action Step: Slow down, be int...
May 25, 2021•20 min•Ep 29•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the podcast, Justin explores what it means to be an introvert who also makes disciples. If you are an introvert or will disciple an introvert - you need to listen! Takeaway: Introverts Can be Powerful Disciple Makers Action Step: Share this with an introvert you love. Discern where to apply one of the 3 A’s to YOUR Life. Show Notes: https://www.justingravitt.com/blog/3keys-introvertdisciplemakers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MgIamrmd-Y...
May 18, 2021•24 min•Ep 28•Transcript available on Metacast In this dialogue, Tony and Justin wrestle with the age-old question: Why does disciple making have to be so hard!? “The Church is looking for better methods; God is looking for better men.” “What the Church needs today is not more machinery or better, not new organizations or more and novel methods, but men whom the Holy Ghost can use -- men of prayer, men mighty in prayer. ... He does not anoint plans, but men -- men of prayer.” E.M. Bounds Takeaway: Develop a vision that carries you through yo...
May 11, 2021•22 min•Ep 27•Transcript available on Metacast In this dialogue, Tony and Justin explore the differences between leadership and discipleship. Some are called to lead, everyone is called to make disciples! Disciple making cultures need to be led by leaders who are disciples. Takeaway: We are called to be and make disciples, not leaders Action Step: If you are a leader, are you a disciple? If you are filling leadership positions are you bringing in leaders who aren’t disciples or disciples who aren’t leaders? Disciple making cultures need to b...
May 04, 2021•22 min•Ep 26•Transcript available on Metacast In this conversation, Justin and Tony explore the practical application of what a disciple making meeting actually looks like. Takeaway: Every meeting should include time for relationship building, intentional conversation, and application. Action Step: Assess your current disciple making meetings and plan to improve them. Show Notes: www.justingravitt.com www.twmilt.com...
Apr 27, 2021•23 min•Ep 25•Transcript available on Metacast In this week's conversation, we sit down to discuss the biggest obstacle to disciple making. Is it indifference? Is it culture? You'll have to listen to see if we come to a consensus. Takeaway: The biggest obstacle we face in DM will always be internal. Action Step: Identify your obstacle and develop a plan to address it. Show Notes: www.justingravitt.com www.twmilt.com https://www.justingravitt.com/blog/obstacle-to-making-disciplesnow https://www.justingravitt.com/blog/the-biggest-obstacle-to-m...
Apr 20, 2021•23 min•Ep 24•Transcript available on Metacast In this conversation, we explore what it means to be a young adult and mature disciple. We discuss the signs of maturity, how you know when you got there, and what it looks like when you are ready to transition. Takeaway: Where are you? How are you growing as a disciple? Action Step: Identify where you are or how you can better help the YA and Adult Disciples in your life. Links: Justin's website Tony on Instagram...
Apr 13, 2021•22 min•Ep 23•Transcript available on Metacast We continue our series on the disciple-making growth process by taking a look at what it means to be in the child stage of the growth process. We discuss how to know when you are there, what it means, and the conscious choice to become a young adult! Takeaway: Where are you? How are you doing with the child disciple in your life? Action Step: Identify where you are or how you can better help the Child Disciple in your life. Justin's website Tony's website...
Apr 06, 2021•22 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast We all have to start somewhere. In this dialogue, we discuss the traits and habits of someone who is new to the faith, and new to being disciples. We explore the characteristics of a spiritual infant, and why it's important to have spiritual parents around! Takeaway: Infants need patience, attention, and love. Action Step: Identify if there are any infant disciples in your life. Show Notes: 2 Cor. 5:17 Hebrews 5:12-14
Mar 30, 2021•21 min•Ep 21•Transcript available on Metacast In this conversation, Tony and Justin explore the framework of measuring growth in the disciple making process. We explore what it means to be in each one of the phases of growth, and why it's important that you know where you are! Takeaway: Faithful disciples expect to grow. Action Step: Identify where you are in the maturation process. Show Notes: https://www.justingravitt.com/blog/one-sure-sign-a-disciple-has-grown...
Mar 23, 2021•20 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast In this conversation, Tony and Justin sit down to explore what it means to change the culture. If you want to change your culture it will always require a team! What does a culture-changing team look like? We talk about that and a whole lot more. Takeaway: Foundations are difficult and take time, but if you don’t lay a strong foundation everything will fall over. Action Step: Begin investing in your CORE Team (start one, continue, etc) Show Notes: Common Vision Owned Individually Relationally Re...
Mar 16, 2021•22 min•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast Building a culture requires a team because culture building is a contact sport! In this episode, Tony & Justin explore how to build a team, what a team needs, and why a team is important. As always, the best compliment you can give us is to leave a rating or review and share this episode with a friend! Takeaway: If you fail to build the team, your foundation will only be as strong as what you can bear. Action Step: Download and read: The Foundation of a Disciple Making Culture Show Notes: Luke 9...
Mar 09, 2021•21 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast In this conversation, Justin and Tony set out to explore the difference between Christian parenting or disciple making when it comes to raising the next generation. If you have kids, or no some kids you will definitely want to listen! Takeaway: Christian parenting is not the same as discipling your kids. Action Step: Pray that your kids might become hungry for Kingdom impact. As those prayers are answered DISCIPLE THEM. Until then love them and show them what the life of a disciple maker looks l...
Mar 02, 2021•23 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast 
