CPP #642 - Why Small Groups Need Disciple-Makers

CPP #642 - Why Small Groups Need Disciple-Makers

From Church Planter Podcast by Pete Mitchell & Peyton Jones

May 25, 2026 · 56 min · Episode 642

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of disciple-makers in small groups and the role of AI in ministry.

In this episode of the Church Planter Podcast, Peyton Jones and Pete Mitchell talk about Discipology, small groups, AI, and what it takes to activate disciple-makers in the church. Peyton unpacks why mobilization has to come before multiplication, and why churches cannot rely on content, programs, or technology alone to make disciples. From small-group growth to leadership development, he explains how disciple-making starts when everyday believers are equipped, sent, and supported as they help others follow Jesus. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in ministry, the limits of technology, and why human connection, spiritual formation, and the work of the Spirit still matter deeply in church life. If you want to move people from learning to action and build a culture where disciples actually make disciples, this episode will help you take the next step. Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode: NewBreed Training : https://newbreedtraining.com/ Discipology Thanks for listening to the Church Planter Podcast. We’re here to help you go where no one else is going and do what no one else is doing to reach people no one else is reaching. Make sure to review and subscribe…

People in this episode

Hosts: Peyton Jones, Pete Mitchell

Topics covered

  • small groups
  • disciple-making
  • AI in ministry
  • leadership development
  • spiritual formation

Keywords

  • disciple-making
  • small groups
  • AI
  • church mobilization
  • leadership development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NewBreed Training

Books & works: Discipology

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