Grant Foard: A Journey of Faith, Discipleship, and Global Impact
In this episode, our hosts speak with special guest, Grant Ford, about his work in multiplying disciples around the United States and the world. Ford discusses his missionary experience in Wuhan, China, and his return to the US due to the lockdown in 2020 where he continues his ministry work through Zoom training sessions. They also delve into practices such as SOAPs (Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer and Share), the More Disciples model of disciple-making, emphasizing on the power of the Holy Spirit in guiding their mission. By sharing personal anecdotes of transformation, they illustrate the impact of their work in spreading their faith. The speakers also touch upon ideas of patience, community, mentorship, and the joy that comes from seeing others embrace their faith and grow into disciple-makers. 00:01 Introduction to the More Disciples Podcast 00:22 Meet the Team: Personal Introductions 00:40 Guest Spotlight: Grant Ford's Journey 01:00 The Power of Discipleship: Grant's Experience 02:48 The Role of Technology in Discipleship 03:35 The Impact of Discipleship: Personal Stories 05:13 The Practicalities of Discipleship 07:15 The Importance of Vision in Discipleship 08:07 Overcoming Challenges in Discipleship 08:37 The Growth of Discipleship Groups 11:37 The Role of the Church in Discipleship 19:05 Transformative Stories from the Field 21:57 A Divine Conversation: Listening to the Holy Spirit 22:16 Sharing the Gospel: The Science of Faith 23:17 The Lockdown in Wuhan: A Test of Faith 23:40 The Power of Questions: Deepening Faith Through Inquiry 25:08 The Ripple Effect: Spreading the Gospel 28:02 The Power of Prayer: A Personal Journey 30:24 The Daily Rhythm: Living a Life of Discipleship 35:40 Closing Thoughts: The Joy of Discipleship 38:01 The God-Sized Dream: A Vision for the Kingdom