In this episode of the More Disciples podcast, special guests Terry and Amy Ruff discuss their journey and experiences in spreading discipleship around the world. They worked for years in Africa using traditional missionary approaches and then shifted to the strategy of Disciple Making Movements (DMM). Despite facing challenges, including a battle with cancer and a robbery, they show resilience and continue their efforts. They remain connected to Africa, coaching new leaders in Ghana and providing resources for spreading the Gospel. Terry and Amy share their lessons about pushing through adversity, building relationships, and trusting in God’s sovereignty for what lies ahead.

00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

00:22 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions

00:40 Introducing Special Guests: Terry and Amy Ruff

00:57 The Journey of Terry and Amy: From Indiana to Africa

01:49 The Shift in Ministry Approach: Traditional to Disciple Making Movement Strategies

02:58 The Impact of New Strategies: Explosive Growth in Discipleship

03:30 A Warm Welcome to Terry and Amy Ruff

03:33 Life in California: Current Living Situation of Terry and Amy

05:55 The Story of Resilience: Overcoming Challenges in the Field

06:27 The Power of Relationships in Discipleship

09:13 The Journey of Disciple Making: From Concept to Implementation

13:12 The Power of Storytelling in Discipleship

15:45 The Expansion of Discipleship: Reaching More Areas

17:56 Facing Difficulties: Personal Struggles and Challenges

20:44 The Importance of Adherence to Biblical Principles in Discipleship

22:10 The Role of Prayer and Support in Discipleship

22:32 A Heartwarming Encounter and Transformation

24:47 The Aftermath and Lessons Learned

25:18 The Power of Perseverance and Faith

27:15 The Journey of Traditional Missions to Movements

27:36 The Vision for Movements and the Challenges

33:40 Looking Forward: The Next Season

38:59 The Power of Resilience and Tenacity

45:05 The Power of Prayer and Hope for the Future

The More Disciples Podcast team tackles the topic of believers coming together to create and grow disciples abound the world. In this episode, they are joined by guest, Dan Hitzhusen, a seasoned vocational minister with over thirty-eight years of experience catalyzing church planting and evangelism across over 100 countries. He shares his journey and experience, shedding light on his guide to next-level faith, navigating the challenges of ministry, and overcoming spiritual and physical obstacles. He affirms that unity and faith-filled collaboration within the body of Christ is integral to the success of this collective mission. The episode concludes with a heartfelt prayer for listeners to find inspiration to take their faith journey to the next level.

00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

00:54 Guest Introduction: Dan Hitzhusen

01:03 Dan's Journey in Ministry

01:50 The Concept of Faith in Ministry

02:13 Dan's Experiences with Josh McDowell

03:42 The Role of Faith in Dan's Life

04:02 The Process of Spiritual Growth and Maturity

07:46 The Role of Suffering in Faith Development

09:42 The Importance of Trusting God in Ministry

15:00 The Role of Community in Faith Development

18:25 The Challenges and Rewards of Faith-Based Ministry

18:59 The Power of Persistence in Faith

19:34 The Role of Wisdom in Faith

23:34 The Impact of Faith on Relationships

25:27 The Struggles and Triumphs of Living a Faith-Filled Life

26:49 The Great Commission: Sacrifices and Gains

28:21 The Leap of Faith: Personal Experiences

29:02 From Orphan to Family: A Personal Testimony

29:50 The Power of Unity and Love in the Church

31:29 The Journey of Faith: Personal Reflections

32:41 The Power of Hope and Faith in Action

34:32 The Role of Faith in Overcoming Challenges

36:02 The Power of Prayer and Faith in God's Promises

37:22 The Power of Unity and Love in the Church: Part 2

38:31 The Power of Faith: Personal Testimonies

40:22 The Power of Prayer: A Call to Action

41:20 The Power of Faith: Final Reflections

42:25 Closing Remarks and Prayer

In this episode of the More Disciples Podcast, our hosts were joined by guests Travis and Mark to discuss their work with diaspora communities, particularly focusing on immigrants and refugees in Louisville, Kentucky. The episode covered various topics, including how they got started, the obstacles they faced, the strategies they used, and the successes they experienced in building relationships and sharing the gospel. They shared about their approach in making these connections, in which they emphasized being flexible, showing love, and spending time with these communities. They also highlighted the need for more co-workers in this field, as many refugees are still in need of help. The discussion ended with a prayer for more workers and for those displaced worldwide.

00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast

00:23 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions

00:49 Guest Introduction: Travis and Mark's Stories

01:46 The Goal: Engaging Local Churches in Refugee Support

02:27 Travis's Personal Approach to Refugee Support

04:54 The Challenge: Connecting Diaspora Populations Across Cities

05:23 The Solution: Building Coalitions and Sharing Strategies

07:29 The Importance of Cultural Understanding in Refugee Support

19:16 Success Stories and Prayer Requests

22:26 Advice for Those Wanting to Start Refugee Support

25:33 Engaging with Different Cultures

26:18 Adjusting Personal Schedules for Engagement

28:13 Overcoming Fear and Building Trust

28:57 The Power of Relationships and Respect

29:56 The Simplicity of Prayer Walking and Building Relationships

30:32 The Importance of Flexibility and Adaptability

31:29 The Impact of Global Networking Among Refugees

32:33 The Power of Love and Connection

36:08 The Importance of Listening and Spending Time

39:55 The Opportunities and Challenges of Teaching Refugees

41:40 The Power of Prayer and the Need for More Workers

45:46 Conclusion: The Journey to Making More Disciples