Exponential Podcast

In this Exponential 2013 podcast, Aaron Couch talks about the meaning of "beyond salvation". Aaron Couch co-founded Real Life Ministries with Jim Putman and then ten years later moved to Moscow, Idaho to start a new church in that secular, university town. Aaron will talk about true transformation; an engagement with post modern realities with a focus on discipleship (what it means to go beyond "just salvation")

In this Exponential 2013 podcast, hear the story of the Crossings, a large church committed to multi-site campuses in small towns, and how they made the shift to discipleship. Practical teaching on both church planting and transitioning an established church from Jerry Harris who is a co-founder of the Relational Discipleship Network.

In this Exponential 2013 podcast, Robert Coleman talks about Jesus' method of discipleship. Robert Coleman in the author of The Master Plan of Evangelism, which has sold millions of copies around the world and is considered the seminal work on Discipleship. In this workshop Robert will unpack Jesus method of discipleship which is as applicable today as when he first wrote about it 50 years ago.

In this Exponential 2013 podcast, Bobby Harrington speaks discusses evangelism vs discipleship. We are not told to make converts, but disciples. Learn how to think about "pre-conversion discipleship" instead of "evangelism." This simple shifts leads to a different approach. It especially helps us to see that conversion is the most important step in the discipleship journey. If we focus on the whole discipleship journey, we will lead people on a more holistic conversion experience. People who come to know the gospel in this way will be better prepared for the kingdom life, here and now. Presented by the co-author of the conference theme book, DiscipleShift and a leader in the Relational Discipleship Network.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Jeff Vanderstelt and Alan Hirsch will explore what it means to create a dynamic basis for mass movements by focussing on developing core practices and thinking (DNA) that can both generate and sustain movements over the long term.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Chris Seay speaks about leading a gospel centered church. Paul's letters to the church in Corinth are useless to churches that only engage the religious culture, but they have so much to teach the church that enters the deep brokenness of culture. Discover the truths that guide churches engaging the brothels and pagan temples of our day.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Matt Keller speaks about being a leader worth following. As leaders, our hope is that as people get closer to us, the more they respect us and the more they want to follow us. But, we all know some leaders where that is not the case. Being a leader is more than a title. We all know this intuitively, yet it is so easy for us to follow the leadership styles that we've seen modeled elsewhere. In this breakout, we are going to be looking at 7 ways that we can all become a Leader Worth Following.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Brandon Hatmaker speaks about the changes a church must make to gain and maintain missional momentum. "Missional Church" is a redundant label... at least it should be. At the very heart of biblical church lies a call to be a community on mission. Most of us agree. Many of us are trying. Yet too often we fail to make key structural changes that ensure lasting missional momentum. Join Brandon Hatmaker in an open discussion on 5 key areas of church structure that will undermine your leadership and kill your momentum if left unchecked.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Dave Olson speaks about your leadership style. Learn about a new, free online tool for leadership development. The Leadership Stool provides a simple, yet powerful model to improve your leadership, and better lead your staff, your lay leaders and your whole church. You will learn about the 6 Christian leadership styles, receive a detailed report on your specific style and a team manual to use with your leaders.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Larry McCreary and Caleb Crider speak about missionary skills for the church planter. What can you learn from the underground church in East Asia, the persecuted church in the Middle East, and the postmodern church in Europe that will help with your church plant? If you're going to plant a biblical church in your unique context, you need to think and act like a missionary. We'll introduce practical skills that will revolutionize your missional church efforts, including mapping, cultural exegesis, and navigating social tribes.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Pat Furgerson and Doug Foltz speak about the what's of 501(c)(3). We know... the last thing on your mind is all the legal paperwork that has to be completed in order to get this church started. But the reality is if you want to be a good steward and obey the laws of the land, there is a lot that has to be accomplished and a lot that should be accomplished. Join us to get your hands around the basics and at least understand the what's, why's and some of the how's of the legal requirements of starting a church here in the U.S.A.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Larry Osborne speaks the contagious church. Discover what a pastor needs to know and what a congregation needs to experience in order for mere attenders to become zealous advocates for Jesus and the local church.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Steven Gray speaks about building leadership. Starting a new church involves more than simply putting together a great launch team. In fact, we may need to abandon the concept of a "launch team" and return to developing a "core". Developing a healthy core and implanting a lasting DNA is crucial in the early stages of a new church. How you develop your leadership will ultimately determine the strength, health, and sustainability of your churh. In this session we will discuss leadership pitfalls and how to create a strong leadership core that will carry the DNA of the church.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Scott Thomas speaks about coaching your leaders. Everything rises or falls on leadership, including fulfilling the mission of your church plant. Paul instructed Titus to put what remained into order and to establish elders in every church (Titus 1:5). Those two instructions are inextricably linked. Discover how Titus evolved as a leader and how coaching can help you develop the kinds of leaders that people in your church will follow.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Jim Randall speaks about using visuals to communicate vision. Churches pump out communications all day long and miss the opportunity to constantly reflect and reinforce the vision. Yes, your church needs to brand-it's not a four-letter word imported from corporate world. How does the church tell its story to its community? What can the church learn from its media savvy competitors? How can we capture culture with our brand? Have you simplified and created the tools to help you trickle your identity into every interaction a person may have with your church? Learn the essentials and nuances that teams often overlook and what you can do to create communication and environments that connect with people's hearts and minds.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Kem Meyer speaks about communication that foster buy-in and teamwork. Do you ever notice your ideas are met with lackluster reactions from those around you? Are you having trouble leading change-even with the brightest people, best ideas and virtuous intentions? It's been said knowing how people grow, does not mean we know how to grow them. It's tricky learning how to work with others on the same team. And, even in "Kingdom work" we often meet defensiveness and experience defeat. The candid truth? Most of us are ineffective because we are pushing our own agenda-our way. Under pressure to demonstrate results or validate our cause, we have the tendency to skip crucial "soft skills" of our job. Discover a few ingredients for getting buy-in and motivating others we work with (staff, peers, supervisors and volunteers).

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Kem Meyer speaks about communicating beyond bulletins, brochures, and brake sales. Every organization, especially the church, has to get over themselves and realize effective communications is really about "releasing the right response" not "sending the right message." People are not looking for more information-they are looking for ways to survive too much information. Pastors, creative professionals, ministry leaders or volunteers part of the church should help people find those answers. Instead they end up adding to the confusion. Smart communication systems that help people connect with Christ and each other don't have to be complicated.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Jim Sheppard and Chris Willard speak about creating a culture of giving. Churches that are getting it when it comes generosity can be a source of learning. How can we apply those lessons in our own church and move the generosity needle? Jim and Chris are keen observers of church trends in the area of generosity and they will introduce you to lessons some churches have learned. This is not about a formula for success, but rather a "what can we learn from others."

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Jim Sheppard, Julie Bullock, Brad Leeper, and Chris Willard speak about becoming self-sustaining. You are past the pre-launch phase and now you are ready to go public. There will be a lot of activity at this phase and you will be tempted to overlook the importance on continuing to work on your funding. In this workshop, we will talk about the keys to success in keeping the momentum from the pre-launch phase.

In this Exponential 2012 podcast, Jim Sheppard, Julie Bullock, Brad Leeper, and Chris Willard speak about getting your new church moving. You are past the pre-launch phase and now you are ready to go public. There will be a lot of activity at this phase and you will be tempted to overlook the importance on continuing to work on your funding. In this workshop, we will talk about the keys to success in keeping the momentum from the pre-launch phase.