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Connected church, Christian community, church leadership, discipleship, belonging, and real connection are at the center of this powerful conversation with pastor and author Dustin Dozier.
In this episode of The School of Influence, Devin Schubert sits down with Dustin to unpack why we live in the most connected generation in history, yet so many people still feel isolated. They break down the difference between attendance and belonging, the danger of building systems without shepherding, and why both churches and businesses must prioritize people over programs.
Dustin shares how his life was transformed through genuine community as a teenager and how that experience shaped his passion for helping churches create environments where people feel seen, known, and valued. This conversation challenges leaders to rethink influence, showing that platforms may gather crowds, but discipleship transforms lives.
If you are a pastor, leader, entrepreneur, or coach who wants to build real connection instead of shallow engagement, this episode will stretch your perspective and sharpen your leadership.
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What You’ll Learn:
– Why people can attend church and still feel disconnected
– The difference between building a platform and building people
– How to create real belonging instead of surface-level engagement
– Why discipleship matters more than attendance metrics
Guest Bio:
Dustin Dozier serves as a Teaching Pastor and Director of Next Steps at First Baptist Simpsonville | Upstate Church in South Carolina, helping lead connection and discipleship strategies across multiple campuses. He is the author of The Connected Church and founder of The Connected Church Co., where he equips pastors and leaders to build healthy, thriving churches centered on belonging, community, and transformation.
Guest Links & Resources:
– Website: https://dustindozier.com
– The Connected Church (Book on Amazon): https://a.co/d/0frxMN2O
– Resources for Leaders: https://theconnectedchurch.com
– Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/dustindozier
or https://www.facebook.com/dustin.dozier.96
Connect with Devin (Host):
– Website: https://www.devinschubert.com
– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/schubertdevin
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