Discipleship on the Frontier (feat. Thane Ury)

Episode Summary

For decades, Mongolia was shaped by isolation, communism, and spiritual suppression. Today, the doors are open, and a young generation is responding to the gospel with hunger and joy.

In this conversation, Ron Houp and Dr. Thane Ury reflect on why Mongolia matters now. They share firsthand stories of young pastors, first-generation believers, and churches being planted one relationship at a time. 

Growth is steady, but the need for discipleship is urgent.

This episode challenges Western assumptions about success in missions. It reminds us that the Church is not built through events or personalities, but through long obedience, patient teaching, and walking with local leaders who will carry the work forward.

Key Takeaways

• Missions is not starting something new, but catching up with what God has been doing for centuries

• Mongolia’s Church is young, both in age and spiritual formation

• Discipleship, not speed, determines long-term fruit

• Freedom of religion brings opportunity and new challenges

• Local leaders need presence more than programs

• One faithful convert at a time can reshape a nation

Chapter Markers

• 00:00 – Why Mongolia, Why Now

• 08:30 – Catching Up With What God Has Been Doing

• 18:45 – Life After Communism

• 30:10 – The Urgency of Discipleship

• 42:00 – Walking With Local Leaders

• 54:30 – What Faithful Growth Really Looks Like

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