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What truly defines a successful church: numbers or faithfulness?
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry challenges the modern obsession with church growth and calls believers back to biblical discipleship. Drawing from Scripture and the example of the early church, Grant argues that Jesus is far more concerned with the maturity of His people than the size of the crowd.
You’ll hear a clear critique of shallow, seeker-driven models, a warning against manufactured growth, and an introduction to the “Power Sweep” discipleship framework that prioritizes Christlike character, doctrinal depth, and spiritual formation.
If you care about healthy churches, serious discipleship, and lasting gospel fruit, this episode is for you.
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