Are You Truly Self-Aware—or Just Self-Deceived? | Season 3 Episode 10
Release Date: 05/17/2025
How 1:1 Discipleship Reversed a Decades-Long Decline | Season 3 Episode 27
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What if a classis in long-term decline could reverse the trend—by discipling people one-to-one, raising new preachers, and planting churches again? In this roundtable, Aaron sits down with Pastor Chris (The Source Church), Pastor Felix (South Kendall Community Church), and Pastor Scott to unpack South Florida’s journey from contraction to multiplication: 70+ active 1:1 discipleship relationships, a pipeline of new preachers (including 9 headed to licensure this month), and a vision any church network can adopt—disciple deeply → develop leaders → plant churches.
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From Grief to Legacy: When Churches Face the End | Season 3 Episode 26
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In this week’s episode of the DSP, Pastors Scott, Zach (“the Wise One”), and Aaron dive into one of the most difficult but necessary conversations: what happens when a church faces decline and must confront its future. We react to Pastor Paul VanderKlay’s candid video about his church’s struggles, and together we unpack: The grief that comes when beloved ministries face endings. How legacy, discipleship, and multiplication matter more than buildings. What it looks like for churches to reimagine, relaunch, or even merge in pursuit of Gospel impact. Along the way, we share...
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A Life Full of Meaning from Proverbs | Season 3 Episode 25
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In this episode of the Disciple Standard Podcast, the guys dive into Proverbs, wisdom, foolishness, and the stages of life. From midlife crises and career thinking to deep theological reflections on Christ as the true wisdom of God, this conversation blends humor, vulnerability, and rich biblical insights. Get tickets to the Mulitply Conference - conference.multiply222.com
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The Whole Gospel: Why Good News Needs the Bad News | Season 3 Episode 24
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When you hear the word gospel, what comes to mind — music? A churchy phrase? Or the life-changing announcement of God’s rescue plan? In this episode of the Disciple Standard Podcast, we unpack what the whole gospel really is, why it matters for every sermon, and how it transforms lives and churches. From personal stories to Puritan wisdom, we explore sin, salvation, and service in a way that’s clear, practical, and freeing.
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Why We Need to Raise Leaders—and Then Let Them Lead | Season 3 Episode 23
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How do you raise up the next generation of church leaders—and then get out of the way? In this episode, Aaron sits down with Jary Reed and Scott Vander Ploeg to unpack how discipleship really works, why leadership starts young, and how churches can unlock the 90% of leadership potential sitting idle in their pews. They cover everything from the theology of adulthood to why pastors shouldn’t fear being replaced. It’s raw, funny, and full of wisdom from decades of raising leaders—and watching them surpass you. 🔔 Subscribe to join the movement of disciples making...
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Budget Cuts, Coaching Gaps, and the Future of Church Plants | Season 3 Episode 22
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What’s the future of church planting in the CRC? We talk with Marco Ávila, East Coast Regional Leader for Resonate Global Mission, about raising up church planters, coaching leaders, and navigating the recent funding changes coming in 2026. From the essentials every church plant needs, to the challenges of vision and funding, this conversation digs into the practical steps for multiplying disciples, leaders, and churches in the years ahead.
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The Movement Starts Here: 2,000 Leaders in a Decade | Season 3 Episode 21
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The future is now! In this episode of the Disciple Standard Podcast, we dive deep into raising leaders from within the church, the journey of finding your own preaching voice, and why the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Scott shares why leadership multiplication matters, Saron reflects on his first sermon (Psalm 137), and we talk about insecurities, discipleship, and the Holy Spirit’s role in preaching. Plus—an unexpected story about a Q-tip, Psalm 40, and hearing God’s Word clearly.
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Is a New Vision for Church Planting Emerging in the CRC? | Season 3 Episode 20
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In this episode, Scott Vander Ploeg returns from Europe with spiritual clarity and a renewed mission: reverse the Christian Reformed Church's decline through a gospel-centered plan of multiplication. From standing on the Apostle’s Step in Greece to delivering a game-changing floor speech at Synod 2025, Scott shares the urgency of the moment and a roadmap for hope. If you're a pastor, church leader, or just passionate about the future of the CRC, this episode is a must-watch! 🔗 Resources, speech links, and Paul VanderKlay’s video: https://youtu.be/uflCO1yddMY
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Defunding Church Planting? Here’s Why That’s a Dangerous Move | Season 3 Episode 19
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In this powerful episode of The Disciple Standard Podcast, Pastor Aaron Mamuyac sits down with Pastor Felix to unpack the recent Synod decision to defund church planting—and what that means for the future of the church. They discuss: Why church planting is a gift that keeps on giving The real danger of defunding church multiplication What we should cut instead to preserve the mission How funding impacts evangelism, discipleship, and growth The temptation to deconstruct systems without gospel vision Why faithfulness to God, not guaranteed results, is our true calling If we...
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The #1 Need Every Church Planter Has Today | Season 3 Episode 18
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Pastor Aaron Mamuyac sits down with Dave Hancock, planter and lead pastor of The Grove Church, for a raw conversation about the highs, lows, and unexpected lessons of starting a gospel‑centered church from the ground up. 🌱 In this episode we cover: 🤔 Doubt as a pathway to flourishing—why wrestling with faith can deepen it. 🛑 Idolism: chasing things that never deliver and how to spot them. ⚠️ The hardest part of planting The Grove that no one saw coming. 🌄 Giving real hope when you feel hopeless (and helping your people do the same). 💬 Vulnerability as a natural...
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In Episode 10 of The Disciple Standard Podcast, Pastor Aaron, Pastor Zach, and Seron dive deep into the topic of identity and what it means to truly know yourself.
They ask big questions like:
👀 What’s something you once believed about yourself that wasn’t actually true?
🤯 Is our culture becoming more self-aware—or more self-deceived?
👥 How do your true needs and stress responses affect your closest relationships?
🙌 And how can tools like the Birkman test help you better understand who God made you to be?
This episode is raw, relatable, and packed with insights that might challenge how you view yourself and your faith walk. Because the truth is—you can’t grow spiritually without knowing who you really are.
00:00 – Welcome & Introductions
00:57 – Gorilla vs. 100 Men Debate Begins
02:20 – Hypothetical Fight Logistics
03:25 – Environment and Fear Factor
05:01 – Fighting a Gorilla at the Church
05:57 – Transition to Topic: Identity
07:02 – Self-Limiting Beliefs
07:32 – Brutal Honesty as a Flawed Belief
08:41 – Realizing the Impact of Brutal Honesty
09:51 – Leadership and Communication Shift
10:38 – Stress Responses & Behavioral Patterns
12:09 – Behavioral Assessment Breakdown
13:32 – Vision Ownership and Group Dynamics
14:32 – Sharing Personality Assessments in Relationships
15:07 – Practicality vs. Emotion in Communication
21:46 – Culture Shift Toward Emotional Awareness
22:16 – Self-Awareness vs. Self-Deception: Personal Ratings
23:06 – The Impact of the Birkman Assessment
24:05 – Pre-Birkman Mindset: "This Is Just Who I Am"
25:00 – Self-Deception and Doubling Down on Beliefs
25:53 – Affirmation, Identity, and the Turning Point
26:52 – Considering the Impact on Others
27:34 – Perception vs. Reality: The “Terrifying” Teddy Bear
28:23 – Who Are We Under Stress?
29:11 – Stress as a Degradation of Our Best Selves
30:20 – Stress Behavior Explained Through Needs
31:29 – Our True Self: The Role of Needs
32:09 – Do Needs Lessen as We Mature in Christ?
33:38 – Viktor Frankl, Suffering, and Joy in Christ
34:38 – Needs Met in Christ, Not Circumstances
35:12 – Misplaced Expectations in Relationships and Teams
35:55 – The Leader’s Role: Meeting the Needs of the Team
36:09 – Applying This to Marriage: Belonging and Affection
40:53 – Social Needs vs. Social Norms
41:27 – Being Frank and Forthright
42:13 – The West Michigan Ramble
42:35 – Cutting Through Small Talk
43:06 – Cultural Communication Styles
44:44 – Person-Focused vs. Issue-Focused Feedback
45:21 – Directness vs. Tactfulness in Ministry
46:46 – Cultural Definitions of Directness
47:49 – Birkman Score Extremes
48:36 – Misread Needs and Bottled Emotions
49:43 – The Desire for Respect 50:40 – Feeling Respected vs. Feeling Dismissed
51:34 – The Impact of Key Relationships
52:31 – Scoffs, Dismissiveness, and Vulnerability
53:42 – Recognizing Deep Emotional Triggers
54:19 – Understanding Others’ Communication Styles
54:46 – The Need for Genuine Praise
1:00:04 - Self-Perception and Social Perception
1:00:52 - Birkman Interests Overview
1:01:30 - Birkman Scores on Patreon
1:01:48 - Seron's Motivation and Interests
1:02:12 - Clash Between Interest and Actions
1:02:35 - Siron Explains Outdoor Interests
1:03:14 - Trinity’s Low Artistic Interest
1:03:36 - Different Approaches to Artistic Interests
1:04:02 - Importance of Persuasive Interests
1:04:20 - Sales and Persuasive Interests
1:04:46 - Aligning Roles with Interests
1:05:32 - Role Misalignment and Job Satisfaction
1:05:59 - Birkman Interests as a Reflection of God's Image
1:06:29 - Psalm 139 and Birkman Interests
1:06:58 - Personal Examples of Career Alignment
1:07:17 - Top Interests and Career Fit
1:07:43 - Career Wheel and Role Clarity
1:08:33 - Integrating Personal Interests into Work
1:09:03 - Reflecting God's Image Through Interests
1:09:24 - Aligning Top Interests for Fulfillment
1:09:47 - Interest in Music and Role Alignment
1:10:33 - Importance of Living Into Your Interests
1:10:54 - Interests as Tuning Forks
1:11:18 - How to Engage Interests for Job Fulfillment
1:11:44 - Coaching for Role Adjustment
1:12:14 - Using Interests for Career and Personal Growth
1:12:51 - Music as a Stress Relief
1:13:15 - The Role of Social Energy in Work
1:13:57 - Using Interests to Recharge
1:14:21 - Strategies for Engaging with People
1:14:57 - Understanding Needs for Better Relationships
1:15:23 - Shalom and Peaceful Relationships
1:15:44 - Negative Impact of Unmet Needs
1:16:06 - Stress from Lack of Personal Space
1:16:49 - The Importance of Personal Recharge Time
1:17:09 - The Impact of Home Environment on Stress
1:17:50 - Finding Solutions to Stressors
1:18:06 - Birkman Results and Patreon
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