Podcast: The Disciple-Making Leader

What does it look like to preach with purpose instead of pressure? This timely conversation brings clarity to the sermon planning process. Ben Borgman, Craig Etheredge, and Glenn Underhill step into the studio during Holy Week to tackle one of the most practical and pressing challenges pastors face: sermon planning.

Go to the episode webpage to download the accompanying listening guide:

https://disciplefirst.com/podcast/sermon-planning-101-s3e6/

Important links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Website: https://disciplefirst.com/

DiscipleFirst Resources: https://disciplefirst.com/resources/

Special links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Coaching: http://disciplefirst.com/coaching/

What happens when a business leader catches a vision for making disciples? In this powerful conversation, Craig Etheredge and Ben Borgman sit down with Chad Alvarez—an accomplished entrepreneur, faithful family man, and a board member at discipleFIRST—to explore how leaders can align their influence with Jesus’ model for ministry.

Important links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Website: https://disciplefirst.com/

DiscipleFirst Resources: https://disciplefirst.com/resources/

Special links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Coaching: http://disciplefirst.com/coaching/

Craig Etheredge and Ben Borgman sit down with Cameron Bundy—a seasoned ministry practitioner and trusted discipleFIRST trainer—for a conversation that hits at the heart of a challenge every leader faces: staying focused on what matters most.

Go to the episode webpage to download the accompanying listening guide:

https://disciplefirst.com/podcast/productivity-as-a-disciple-making-leader-s3e4/

Important links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Website: https://disciplefirst.com/

DiscipleFirst Resources: https://disciplefirst.com/resources/

Special links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Coaching: http://disciplefirst.com/coaching/

In this powerful conversation, hosts Ben Borgman and Glenn Underhill connect with David Pothier, senior pastor of La Chapelle Church in Montreal, to unpack what it looks like to ignite a disciple-making movement in one of the most secular, post-Christian environments in North America.

Important links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Website: https://disciplefirst.com/

DiscipleFirst Resources: https://disciplefirst.com/resources/

Special links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Coaching: http://disciplefirst.com/coaching/

CrossCreek Network: https://www.crosscreekchurch.com/crosscreeknetwork

What happens when a leader stops trying to do it all and starts empowering others to lead? In this episode of The Disciple-Making Leader Podcast, Craig Etheredge and Ben Borgman sit down with Cameron Bundy, Adult Ministry Pastor at Cross Creek Church, to unpack a powerful shift in ministry leadership.

Go to the episode webpage to download the accompanying listening guide:

https://disciplefirst.com/podcast/cultivating-leaders-of-leaders-in-your-church/

Important links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Website: https://disciplefirst.com/

DiscipleFirst Resources: https://disciplefirst.com/resources/

Special links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Coaching: http://disciplefirst.com/coaching/

In this episode, host Ben Borgman is joined by Craig Etheredge and Glenn Underhill to discuss one of the most critical aspects of leadership: casting a compelling vision. Building on a previous conversation about crafting vision, this episode explores how leaders can communicate their God-given mission effectively at every level of their organization.

Go to the episode webpage to download the accompanying listening guide: https://disciplefirst.com/podcast/how-to-cast-an-intentional-vision/

Important links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Website: https://disciplefirst.com/

DiscipleFirst Resources: https://disciplefirst.com/resources/

Special links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Coaching: http://disciplefirst.com/coaching/

In today’s episode, we dive deep into the art of crafting an intentional vision. Focusing on simplicity and practicality, they explore the critical balance between inspirational, long-term goals and actionable, short-term plans.

Go to the episode webpage to download the accompanying listening guide: https://disciplefirst.com/podcast/crafting-an-intentional-vision/

Important links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Website: https://disciplefirst.com/

DiscipleFirst Resources: https://disciplefirst.com/resources/

Special links from this episode:

http://disciplefirst.com/coaching/

In this episode, we’ll discuss 5 proven steps to keep disciple-makers motivated. We’ll look at tools and resources available, such as books and blogs. Additionally, we’ll discuss the power of a disciple-making community.

Go to the episode webpage to download the accompanying free worksheet: https://disciplefirst.com/podcast/encouraging-multipliers/

Important links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Website: https://disciplefirst.com/

DiscipleFirst Resources: https://disciplefirst.com/resources/

Special links from this episode:

http://disciplefirst.com/coaching/

In this episode, we dive into the power of the synergy between disciple-making and church planting, featuring hosts Ben Borgman and Craig Etheredge alongside special guest Clay Holcomb, Executive Director of CrossCreek Network. Together, we’ll explore how church planters can overcome cultural barriers utilizing the methods and model of Jesus—whether in West Africa, Israel, Cambodia, or North America. Jesus had a heart for people, invested in others to multiply himself and grow disciples who share the same mission …and so should we.

Important links from this episode:

DiscipleFirst Website: https://disciplefirst.com/resources/