What happens when we make room for people to hear God's Word, listen for His leading, and respond to what he is saying?

In this episode of Called Beyond, host Tim Shuck sits down with Francisco, a pastor whose approach to ministry has been transformed through Discovery Bible Study (DBS). After learning this simple, participatory way of engaging Scripture through a Novo training, Francisco began putting it into practice almost immediately. What started with a group in Rosarito, Mexico, has grown into discovery groups across multiple communities, where people are encountering Jesus, experiencing life change, and inviting others to discover Him too.

At the heart of Francisco's story you won't find a tool or a strategy. Rather, you'll discover an inspiring testimony of what happens when people encounter Jesus for themselves and then respond to the Spirit's leading. Francisco's story reminds us that gospel multiplication begins with transformed lives, faithful obedience, and a growing love for the people God loves.

• Why gospel multiplication begins with changed lives.
• How authentic community creates space for transformation.
• What it looks like to follow the Spirit's leading in everyday ministry.

At the close of our conversation, Francisco offers a prayer in Spanish for everyone listening. He asks God to stir fresh faith and expectation, reminding us that even in the most difficult circumstances, Jesus knows what to do and His grace is incredible.

English translation of Francisco's closing prayer

Almighty God the Father, Lord Jesus Christ, thank You for inviting the Holy Spirit into this conversation and for the encouragement You bring to every place and every person, every woman, every man, and every child.

Jesus gave His life on the cross so that we might experience grace. Your grace removes the shame of our sin and gives us the strength to make right the things we have done wrong.

So this morning, I say to everyone listening: even in the most difficult places and circumstances, Jesus Christ knows what needs to be done. He transforms things and makes the way forward possible for us.

We thank You, Lord, for Your goodness, and we trust that You will continue to be good to those who come to You and to those who do not, because Your grace is incredible.

We give You thanks in the precious name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.

Francisco and his family recently moved to Temecula, California. For nearly ten years, he has served as a local church pastor. In recent years, Francisco has shifted from traditional preaching toward a discovery-based approach to discipleship. He now helps facilitate and multiply discovery groups across communities in Mexico, partnering with local leaders to create space for people to encounter God through Scripture and the leading of the Holy Spirit.

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This episode is the first in a special Called Beyond miniseries featuring testimonies from the 2026 Novo Story Map, an interactive resource highlighting sparks of gospel movement around the world and celebrating the work that sustains healthy, fruitful movements.

Explore Francisco's story, Letting the Spirit Lead, and discover more stories of what God is doing through His people around the world at map.novo.org.

Behind every story is a community of people saying yes to Jesus and joining what He is doing in the world. Your prayers and financial partnership help sustain this work and equip Novo teams and leaders to continue cultivating healthy, multiplying gospel movements among the nations.

Learn more at novo.org.