Tuesday Mar 31, 2026
In this episode of People Growth Discipleship, Kendra Dublin is joined by her brother in Christ, Andre Ashford. They discuss their unique meeting and delve into topics of discipleship, generational leadership, and innovation within the church.
Andre shares insights on his preferred discipleship relationship, living in the era of King Solomon, and the current barriers he's working through in his spiritual journey. The conversation explores the importance of visionary leadership, the challenge of preferences in church practices, and practical steps to foster innovation and intergenerational discipleship.
Whether you're a new church planter or part of an established congregation, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable strategies for driving growth and change in your ministry.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:46 Fun Discipleship Questions
03:04 Current Discipleship Challenges
05:23 Generational Discipleship
06:43 Innovation in Ministry
08:18 Visionary Leadership in the Church
14:29 The Role of Preferences in Church Culture
17:57 Embracing Change and Innovation
24:27 Biblical Examples of Innovation
31:28 Practical Tips for Church Innovation
32:42 Investing in Equipment and Infrastructure
33:36 Importance of Human Resources
35:04 Leadership and Learning
35:45 Implementation and Action
38:36 Innovating in New Congregations
41:48 Challenges in Established Churches
53:45 Discipleship and Mentorship
01:00:16 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections
Andre Ashford: @andreashfordofficial
THRIVE Academy: https://thrive.andreashford.com/
Andre Ashford is a pastor, transformational speaker, and coach who is passionate about helping people grow from the inside out. He currently serves as the Assistant Minister at Drayton Mills Church of Christ in Spartanburg, SC.
He's known for his dynamic preaching, practical biblical teaching, and heart for developing people. With a unique ability to connect both the unchurched and the overchurched, Andre creates spaces for honest conversations about faith, purpose, relationships, and healing. His work is grounded in the belief that spiritual growth should transform every area of life - mindset, identity, relationships, and leadership.
Known for his bold yet compassionate communication style, Andre speaks to the heart of a generation hungry for authenticity, clarity, and direction. Whether on stage, on screen, or in conversation, he blends the heart of a pastor, the fire of a prophet, and the clarity of a coach - challenging people to elevate their mindset, heal their identity, and walk in purpose.
Andre is the founder of THRIVE Academy, a coaching and community platform designed to equip young professionals and emerging leaders with the tools they need to love God, love themselves, and love others well. Andre empowers individuals and teams to lead with clarity, communicate with confidence, and live with conviction.
He is proudly married to Amber Ashford, and together they are raising three amazing children.
Resources for Church Leaders
People Growth Discipleship System: https://www.kendradublin.com/funnel
Pathway to Patience: https://www.amazon.com/Pathway-Patience-Kendra-Dublin/dp/1304626768/
Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/kendradublin
Resources for Individuals
People Growth Discipleship Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYDPYVKD
Pathway to Patience Book: https://www.amazon.com/Pathway-Patience-Kendra-Dublin/dp/1304626768/
Speak to Your Storm: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYPCKHJ9
God’s Perspective for Me® Volume 1: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Perspective-Me-Kendra-Dublin/dp/153952616X
God’s Perspective for Me® Volume 2: https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Perspective-Me-Vol-2-ebook/dp/B079RFT4N7
Social Media/Website
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kendradublin/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kendradublin/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamkendradublin/
https://www.kendradublin.com
Guest Opportunity and Contact Information
Partnership Opportunities: kendra@kendradublin.com
Links for audio podcast
Podbean: https://pgdwithkendradublin.podbean.com
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