In this episode, we hear from Klaus Lehtimaki and Peter Nicholes at our Launch 25 gathering, where they share insights on the vital DMM (Disciple-Making Movement) principles, referred to as “Raising The Seven Sails.” These principles are based on the teachings of movement leader and author, Chris Galanos. (If you missed it, check out our previous podcast series with Chris: Megachurch to Multiplication).

While we cannot create a movement on our own—since it’s ultimately the work of God—raising the sails makes space for His Spirit to fill and empower the work. Listen and be inspired and encouraged to raise your own sails for movement with others.

Watch the video of this talk here.

As you listen or watch, reflect on the principles Klaus and Peter discuss, either individually or in a group, by considering these questions related to each of the Seven Sails:

“Honour God by being obedient to his Word or dishonour God by being disobedient.”

“Desperate prayer occurs when the vision is bigger than what we can do ourselves.”

“God does nothing except through prayer.”

“It’s not a one person dingy, it’s not a two person boat, it’s a ship. You need a team to get this done.”

“There are ‘believers of peace’ who are dissatisfied in our churches but they don’t know the pathway.”

“Vision is not enough. You have to give new disciples an avenue to be trained.”

“It’s a decluttering of the old to embrace the new.”

“We become truly comfortable among the lost only when we spend time with them.”

“In order to see a group start, we have to be among the lost to find the persons of peace.”

“Training isn’t enough. If you don’t stay in the game by getting coached, it all dies.”

“We have elite athletes, but where are our elite Christians?”

Equip Yourself to Raise the Sails:

As you apply these essential practices, you’ll be better equipped to catch the movement of God’s Spirit and navigate challenges effectively.