Ordinary Discussions with Jeremy McCommons

Ep 141 | Stop The Endless Fundraising Cycle | The Perpetual Treasury for Disciple Making Movements

An exponential Disciple-Making Movement requires real resources. But what if you could give once and fund disciple-making forever? Most ministries are stuck in an endless fundraising cycle. They spend more time chasing dollars than making disciples. But here's the reality: our discipleship model already multiplies on its own. The constraint isn't the engine—it's predictable, sustainable funding.In this video, Jeremy introduces the Discipleship Impact Fund (DIF)—a perpetual treasury designed to preserve your principal while funding disciple-making from yield, year after year. This isn't about one-time appeals or constant asks. This is about building a funding machine that works for generations.Here's what you'll discover:Why perpetual funding beats one-off donations for long-term Kingdom impactHow the DIF actually works (principal stays protected, distributions come from growth)The guardrails in place: board oversight, accountability, and disciplined stewardshipSmart giving strategies: DAF, appreciated stock, bitcoin, real estate, business equityHow your partnership scales a proven movement (5× growth, 88/10/2 financial stewardship)The numbers don't lie. Ordinary Movement has grown exponentially because ordinary people stepped into their calling. But to reach 100,000 disciple-makers, we need sustainable infrastructure. The DIF makes that possible.What if your giving could multiply disciples long after you're gone?This isn't just about funding a ministry. It's about creating a perpetual discipleship machine that outlives all of us and continues the Great Commission for generations. When you give to the DIF, you're not writing a check—you're building a legacy.Ready to take the next step?Learn more about the DIF → https://ordinarymovement.com/difPartner with OM (monthly or one-time) → https://ordinarymovement.com/partnerDownload our 2025 Ministry Overview → https://static1.squarespace.com/static/652d4067260c732edd010a67/t/690baed7e8cf99739a38ce5f/1762373335451/2025+Full+Ministry+Overview.pdf---Ordinary Movement is a discipleship platform that equips men and women to be disciples who make disciples. Our focus is on supporting small groups led by ordinary/everyday Christians. We have specialized discipleship tracks that center around Intimacy with Jesus, Intentional Relationships, and Multiplication. Groups are designed for individuals to easily engage in leading groups.Ready to be a disciple who makes disciples?If so, come and join us!Visit ordinarymovement.com to learn more!#discipleship #disciplemaking #disciple

Ep 140 | Funding Discipleship: Creative, Tax-Savvy Ways to Multiply Your Impact

Nearly all of us want to give wisely—but few know how to make their giving truly multiply Kingdom impact.In this episode, Jeremy sits down again with Doug Kiesewetter—CEO of Cogency Power, Founder & Chairman of WaterStone Foundation, and a veteran entrepreneur who’s led ten successful startups and helped steward over $2B in charitable giving.Doug shares how ordinary believers can give smarter—not just more—and how strategic generosity can fund discipleship efforts for decades to come.In this conversation:Why how you give matters as much as what you giveCreative ways to give—stocks, real estate, crypto, and moreHow to use a Donor-Advised Fund to reduce taxes and multiply generosityReal stories of Kingdom ROI through business, missions, and disciple-makingIf you’ve ever wondered how to make your generosity go further—this episode will change how you think about giving.Share it with someone who’s ready to give boldly and wisely.Let’s do this,Jeremy---Ordinary Movement is a discipleship platform that equips men and women to be disciples who make disciples. Our focus is on supporting small groups led by ordinary/everyday Christians. We have specialized discipleship tracks that center around Intimacy with Jesus, Intentional Relationships, and Multiplication. Groups are designed for individuals to easily engage in leading groups.Ready to be a disciple who makes disciples?If so, come and join us!Visit ordinarymovement.com to learn more!#discipleship #disciplemaking #disciple

Ep 139 | Discipleship Requires Giving

Giving as a practice simply can’t be ignored if we are to follow Jesus. In fact, some studies show 15% of Jesus’ teachings have to do with money or possessions. Jeremy dives into the conversation with Doug Kiesewetter—CEO of Cogency Power & Chairman of WaterStone, veteran of 10+ successful start-ups. He’s grown 3 companies from inception to over $100MM in capital value. Doug sets the bar high and inspires us all to obey Jesus at a new level.Ordinary Movement is a discipleship platform that equips men and women to be disciples who make disciples. Our focus is on supporting small groups led by ordinary/everyday Christians. We have specialized discipleship tracks that center around Intimacy with Jesus, Intentional Relationships, and Multiplication. Groups are designed for individuals to easily engage in leading groups.Ready to be a disciple who makes disciples?If so, come and join us!Visit ordinarymovement.com to learn more!#discipleship #disciplemaking #disciple

Ep 138 | How God Speaks to Us & My Giant Bull Elk!!!

Jeremy nearly died on this one. A massive elk. And one of the clearest reminders that God wants to speak—even in the middle of the wilderness.Jeremy just got back from an intense hunt that almost ended in disaster, but through it, God reminded him of something powerful: it’s okay to enjoy what He’s made you to love.In this episode, we talk about how God meets us in the things we’re passionate about, why hobbies matter, and how to hear His voice in the everyday moments of life.If you’ve ever questioned whether it’s okay to spend time or money on what you enjoy—this one’s for you.Ordinary Movement is a discipleship platform that equips men and women to be disciples who make disciples. Our focus is on supporting small groups led by ordinary/everyday Christians. We have specialized discipleship tracks that center around Intimacy with Jesus, Intentional Relationships, and Multiplication. Groups are designed for individuals to easily engage in leading groups. Ready to be a disciple who makes disciples?If so, come and join us!Visit ordinarymovement.com to learn more!#discipleship #disciplemaking #disciple

Ep 137 | Intentional Relationships: Practicing This Value in Your Group

Today we’re talking about the value of intentional relationships—a key part of our discipleship process. Every group that launches doesn’t just meet to study Scripture; they build real relationships by spending time together outside the sessions. In this episode, we’ll break down how to do that in simple, natural ways that lead to genuine connection.Ordinary Movement is a discipleship platform that equips men and women to be disciples who make disciples. Our focus is on supporting small groups led by ordinary/everyday Christians. We have specialized discipleship tracks that center around Intimacy with Jesus, Intentional Relationships, and Multiplication. Groups are designed for individuals to easily engage in leading groups.Ready to be a disciple who makes disciples?If so, come and join us!Visit ordinarymovement.com to learn more!#discipleship #disciplemaking #disciple