03. Too Old, God Is Not Finished With You
Watch Today’s Video Who Are You Preventing From Leading? · Part 03 At eighty-five, Caleb was not asking for an easier assignment. He was asking for a mountain. Forty-five years had passed since God first made the promise. Caleb’s body had aged, but his faith had not retired. He declared: “Now, behold, Yahweh has kept…
02. Too Young, “Let No One Despise Your Youth”
Watch Today’s Video The church often says young people are the leaders of tomorrow. Paul treated Timothy as a leader today. He did not tell Timothy: “Wait until you are older.” “Wait until people take you seriously.” “Wait until you have more experience.” Instead, Paul wrote: “Let no man despise your youth; but be an…
12. The Almost Disciple in Each of Us
Watch Today’s Video It is easy to read these stories and judge the people who walked away. The rich young ruler loved his wealth. The hesitant followers kept saying, “First, let me…” The crowd abandoned Jesus when His teaching became difficult. Judas stayed close but never surrendered. Herod was fascinated but unchanged. Felix postponed obedience.…
11. The Religious Leaders, When Knowing Scripture Is Not Enough
Watch Today’s Video They knew the Scriptures better than almost anyone. They studied every command. They debated every interpretation. They memorized long passages. They could identify error and defend correct doctrine. Yet when the One promised by those Scriptures stood directly in front of them, they refused to follow Him. Jesus said: “You search the…
10. The Scribe Who Counted the Cost, “I Will Follow You Wherever You Go”
Watch Today’s Video He sounded completely committed. A scribe approached Jesus and boldly declared: “Teacher, I will follow you wherever you go.” No hesitation. No conditions. No apparent limits. Many leaders would have celebrated the decision and immediately welcomed him into the movement. But Jesus did something unexpected. He did not make following Him sound…
All 10 Zúme Sessions Are Free, Video Teaching + Full Notes
If you have wanted to go through Zúme training but did not know where to start, this page is for you. Terry Ruff has recorded all 10 Zúme sessions and posted them on this site, completely free. Every lesson includes the full video and the complete teaching notes Terry uses when he trains leaders in…
09. Agrippa, Paul Did Not Waste His Audience
Watch Today’s Video Acts 26:24-29 Paul was the prisoner.Agrippa was the king. Paul could have used the moment to defend himself, gain sympathy, or argue for his release. Instead, he did something far more important. He tried to make a disciple. Paul told his story. He explained what Jesus had done in his life. He…
08. Felix, When I Have a Convenient Time
The People Who Almost Followed Jesus · Part 08 ▶ Watch Today’s Video Also on YouTube → Acts 24:24-27 There may be few words more dangerous than these: “Not now.” Felix had an extraordinary opportunity. The apostle Paul stood before him and spoke about faith in Jesus Christ. Felix listened. Then Paul began reasoning with…
07. Herod, Fascinated but Unchanged
The People Who Almost Followed Jesus · Part 07 ▶ Watch Today’s Video Also on YouTube → Luke 23:8-11; Mark 6:20 Herod was interested in spiritual things. He listened to John the Baptist. He was intrigued by him. He even recognized that John was a righteous and holy man. And when Jesus finally stood before…
Why We’re Praying Toward 2033, And Why It Matters for Africa
Every disciple maker asks: what would it take to finish the Great Commission? Not someday. Toward 2033, Africa sits at the center of organic discipleship and disciple making movements.