Transforming Lives through Relational Discipleship: Insights from The Crossings Church

In this episode we’ve got Ashlee Catizon, who, along with her husband RJ, leads the youth ministry at The Crossings Church in Missouri. Ashlee and Matt Dabbs discuss the church's successful, decades-long journey in disciple-making and integrating the youth through relational, intentional practices rooted in Christ's teachings. Ashlee shares insights into their discipleship approach, emphasizing relational evangelism, small group interactions, and the importance of creating a welcoming environment for both believers and seekers.

Link to the Crossings Church -- https://www.thecrossingschurch.com/

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Key Takeaways 

00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation

00:37 Discussing the Process of Discipleship

00:51 The Importance of Relationship in Discipleship

01:21 The Role of Small Groups and Personal Interaction

01:44 The Structure of Weekly Meetings and Devotionals

02:56 The Process of Bringing New People into the Group

05:52 The Importance of Personal Investment in Discipleship

08:50 The Role of Love in Discipleship

11:13 The Importance of Repentance in Discipleship

14:13 The Role of Gender in Discipleship Groups

18:24 The Importance of Obedience in Discipleship

20:57 The Importance of Repentance in Faith

21:34 The Role of Grace and Repentance in Personal Growth

22:13 The Power of Transformation through Faith

23:15 The Impact of Faith on Personal Relationships

25:03 The Growth and Success of the Church

26:59 The Importance of Diversity in the Church

37:11 Personal Reflections on Faith and Growth

41:49 Closing Thoughts and Reflections