In "Discovery Group," episode 4 of the "For the Harvest" podcast, John, Paul, and David Worcester, and Stephen introduce a powerful tool for accelerating evangelistic growth globally: the Discovery Group. Building on previous discussions of Discovery Evangelism, New Wineskins, and the Church Growth Life Cycle, this episode reveals how these simple, reproducible, and application-focused Bible discussions are key to engaging seekers and discipling new believers.

The hosts emphasize that Discovery Groups are designed to be led by "one-step-ahead leaders" – individuals committed to Christ, even if they are new in their faith, as long as they are Spirit-filled and have some leadership gifting (like organizing a birthday party!). The strength of these groups lies in their reliance on the Holy Spirit and the Word of God as the primary teachers, making them highly reproducible and effective in multiplying disciples, as seen in movements around the world. The episode delves into the practical "Look Back, Look Up, Look Ahead" framework for leading these groups, providing insights into fostering accountability, direct engagement with Scripture, and personal application.