Welcome to Radical Leadership: Discovering Jesus’ Simple, Powerful Strategy for World Change

Have you ever wondered how a small group of ordinary people could change the world? Jesus’ answer is simple: He builds His church by transforming everyday followers into strong leaders. If you long to grow in your spiritual walk and help others do the same, you’re in the right place.

In this series, we’ll uncover the foundational steps of Training Radical Leaders—Daniel B. Lancaster’s practical guide for believers who want to multiply their impact. Let’s begin with Lesson 1, where we discover the heart of Jesus’ leadership strategy.

The Foundation: Jesus Builds the Church

It’s tempting to think that growing a ministry or starting something new depends on our own talent or strength. But Jesus said, “I will build my church, and all the powers of hell will not conquer it” (Matthew 16:18, NLT). Real, lasting growth comes when we follow His lead and rely on His power.

The psalmist echoes this truth: “Unless the LORD builds a house, the builders labor in vain” (Psalm 127:1, HCSB). If we want lasting fruit, we must trust Jesus’ way.

Jesus’ Five-Part Strategy for World Change

Jesus used a clear, reproducible strategy to make disciples and launch a movement that continues today. Here are the five tactics He modeled—and invites us to follow:

1. Be Strong in God:
   True leaders begin by developing a close, abiding relationship with God. This means praying, obeying Jesus’ commands, and learning to walk in the Spirit’s power—growing strong from the inside out.
   
   

2. Share the Gospel:
   Jesus taught His followers to join Him in what He’s doing and boldly share the Good News. You don’t need to be a spiritual giant before you start—obedience leads to greater strength.
   
   

3. Make Disciples:
   When we share Christ, new believers will respond. Our next step is to teach them how to love God and love people in practical ways, modeling a life that follows Jesus daily.
   
   

4. Start Groups that Become Churches:
   As disciples multiply, they gather for worship, prayer, learning, and serving together. Simple groups like these have launched powerful church movements around the globe.
   
   

5. Train Leaders:
   The final piece of Jesus’ strategy is developing others to become leaders themselves. By training new leaders, we multiply our influence and continue the chain reaction Jesus started.
   
   

Why This Matters Today

Many churches and ministries struggle to grow because they try to do everything themselves or follow complicated plans. Jesus’ approach is different—it’s simple, practical, and repeatable by anyone willing to follow. When we treat others as leaders-in-training and give them opportunities to grow, the whole community is strengthened.

A Simple Challenge for You

Ask yourself: Where is God already at work around me? Who could I begin investing in, encouraging, or praying for? Start by practicing one step of Jesus’ strategy today. As you do, you’ll find your own faith growing stronger—and you’ll help spark transformation in others.

Transformation Starts With Following

Jesus called everyday people like Matthew, a tax collector, to follow Him. He still calls us—no matter our past, weaknesses, or doubts. All He asks is that we’re willing to learn and obey, one step at a time. As we copy Jesus, we become more like Him and help others do the same.

Are you ready to start your leadership journey?

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