Global DMM Learning: Part 2
Episode Summary
In this episode, Brian and Cory explore the power of prayer and worship in global movements to ignite mission and multiplication in local contexts. They discuss how God speaks to send, how radical environments of prayer ignite divine action, and why the Western church needs a fresh encounter with God's holiness to unleash multiplication.
Key Themes & Takeaways
1. God Speaks to Send
Cory reflects on a phrase from Pete Kerwin: “God speaks to send.”
They connect this idea to Isaiah 6, where Isaiah encounters the holiness of God and then responds, “Here I am. Send me.”
The point is not that prayer is merely functional, but that genuine encounters with God often move people toward obedience and mission.
2. Worship Is More Than a Personal Experience
Cory shares his hesitation around creating more worship environments in the West because worship gatherings often become overly inward and self-focused.
He contrasts that with the biblical picture of worship where people are overwhelmed by the glory of God, not just looking for a personal spiritual feeling.
The conversation presses into the idea that worship should not terminate on ourselves but should lead us into God’s heart and His purposes.
3. Abiding Includes Going
Brian and Cory revisit the idea that abiding with Jesus is not limited to a quiet time or prayer closet.
If Jesus is always being sent by the Father, then abiding with Him also means abiding in the sending.
They reflect on Mark 1, where Jesus withdraws to pray and then chooses to move on to the next town instead of staying where the crowds want Him.
Prayer is not separate from mission; it often gives clarity for mission.
4. The Difference Between “Praying People” and “Pray-for-the-Harvest People”
Cory shares something a leader in India said: “We have a lot of praying people, but very few pray-for-the-harvest people.”
This becomes a major takeaway from the trip—prayer must move beyond general spirituality into focused contending for breakthrough, open doors, and the lost.
They discuss how much of Western prayer can stay centered on personal needs without growing into kingdom prayer.
5. Strategic Worship and Prayer Environments Matter
In India, Cory observed intentional prayer and worship environments where people adored God, listened for His voice, and then responded in obedience.
These were not random emotional gatherings but spaces where worship, listening prayer, repentance, and mission all flowed together.
This has stirred in Cory a renewed desire to help create similar environments in Kansas City—places where people come ready to hear from God for the sake of His mission.
6. A Living Example: Prayer Inside the Prison
Cory shares what has been happening in the Lansing prison context, where men gather weekly for 30–45 minutes of worship, Scripture, prayer, and spontaneous response.
These gatherings are marked by freedom, spiritual hunger, and a missional posture.
Out of that environment, the men have begun setting aside intentional intercessory prayer for others who do not yet know Jesus.
What began as worship is now growing into focused prayer for breakthrough, healing, strongholds, and gospel movement inside the prison.
7. Worship Like a Missionary
One of the biggest takeaways is that missionaries worship differently because they know they are sent.
Brian and Cory encourage listeners to pray and worship with that same posture—not only asking what God wants to do in them, but also what He wants to do through them.
The invitation is to move from self-focused worship to worship that says, “God, what are You doing, and how can I join You?”
Final Thoughts
This episode is a reminder that prayer and worship are not meant to be disconnected from mission. When we encounter the holiness, love, and presence of God, the natural response is surrender and availability. God still speaks, and when He speaks, He often sends. The challenge for us is simple but deep: will we approach prayer merely for comfort, or will we let it shape us into people who are ready to be sent for the sake of others?
