Intimacy with Christ: The Core of Transformative Discipleship

The More Disciples Podcast

Guests Neil and Dana Gamble speak to the More Disciples team about the importance of developing intimate relationships to disciple-making efforts. They share their own experiences in promoting discipleship around the world, emphasizing the significance of personal transformation, love, faith, and the necessity to have God as the root drive in one's life. They also discuss the challenges and changes faced by the church, particularly in North America, and underscore the need to move away from a religion-focused approach to one based on relationships and the teachings of Christ. Based on their experiences, they encourage the restoration of God's kingdom through personal commitment and smaller church groups that promote deep, meaningful interactions.

00:01 Introduction and Welcome to the Podcast

00:24 Guest Introductions and Initial Discussions

00:41 The Journey of Dana and Neil Gamble

04:15 The Concept of Discipleship

07:28 Neil's Personal Journey and Relationship with God

13:38 Dana's Personal Journey and Finding Her Voice

19:39 Changes in the Church and the Importance of Discipleship

24:18 The Power of Love and Intimacy in Discipleship

27:04 The Power of Youth in House Churches

27:43 The Impact of Discipleship on Young Families

28:27 The Simplicity of Discipleship

28:46 The Role of Jesus in Our Lives

29:02 The Power of Prayer in Everyday Life

29:27 The Importance of Jesus in Our Daily Lives

30:37 The Power of Intimacy with God

31:30 The Role of Vulnerability and Trust in Discipleship

31:42 The Practicality of Discipleship

34:22 The Importance of Jesus as the Root Drive

35:37 The Power of Passion in Discipleship

38:14 The Power of Relationship in Discipleship

40:58 The Importance of Refocusing on Relationship with God

42:44 The Cost of Not Pursuing Intimacy with God

44:34 Closing Remarks and Prayer

45:11 The Power of Prayer and Intimacy with God