Jersey Church Podcast

In this episode, Matt and Todd interview Heidi Wilson, Jersey's Kids Minister. They discuss  a variety of resources and the following topics related to kids and families:I. How have kids and families weathered the pandemic?II. How can families navigate busier schedules as things open up more?III. What does it look like to be intentional with your kids currently?IV. What does it look like to prioritize your marriage in this season?Axis has excellent resources to help parents talk with, understand the culture of, and connect with their kids. This coupon allows you to sign up for an All Axis Pass for FREE! The code is: jerseychurchorglogin Add the Family $99 AAP to your cart and use the coupon code at checkout Also, check out the following books:Parenting Beyond Your Capacity: Connect Your Family to a Wider Community by: Reggie Joiner and Carey NeiuwhofSticky Faith: Everyday Ideas to Build Lasting Faith in Your Kids by: Kara Powell & Chap Clark

In this episode, Matt and Todd interview Tyler Morgan, Jersey's High School Minister. They discuss  a variety of resources and the following topics related to students:I. How have students weathered the pandemic?II. How about parents of students?III. How important is it for students to have  adults investing in their lives?IV. If someone feels called to invest in a student, where should they begin?Axis has excellent resources to help parents talk with, understand the culture of, and connect with their kids. This coupon allows you to sign up for an All Axis Pass for FREE! The code is: jerseychurchorglogin Add the Family $99 AAP to your cart and use the coupon code at checkout Also, check out the following books:It's Not Too Late: The Essential Part You Play in Shaping Your Teen's Faith by: Dan Dupee18 Plus: Parenting Your Emerging Adult by: Steven Argue & Kara PowellSticky Faith: Everyday Ideas to Build Lasting Faith in Your Kids by: Kara Powell & Chap Clark

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a new season focused on following Christ in a Pandemic as they continue their discussion about discovering how the Lord's calling relates to the Great Commission. I. The Great Commission is for Every BelieverII. Connecting Our Calling to the Great CommissionIII. The Great Commission Becomes a Lifestyle  

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a new season focused on following Christ in a Pandemic as they continue their discussion about discovering the Lord's calling for your life. I. From a Broken Spirit to Steps of FaithII. Remember What Faith IsIII. Remember How Deeply God Values Our FaithIV. Remember What Jesus Taught His Followers About FaithClick here to check out the book Holy Ambition by Chip Ingram.

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a new season focused on following Christ in a Pandemic through discovering the Lord's calling for your life. I. What is CallingII. Dislocated HeartIII. Developing a Dislocated HeartIV. Broken SpiritClick here to check out the book Holy Ambition by Chip Ingram.

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a new season focused on following Christ in a Pandemic by looking at practical questions to consider when looking for community with others. I. Format of GroupII. Type of GroupIII. Style of GroupIV. Size of GroupIf you are not currently part of a group, check out GroupConnect here.

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a new season focused on following Christ in a Pandemic by looking at God's design for His followers to be in community with one another. I. Biblical FoundationII. Personal ExamplesIII. Start SmallIV. Pray and ObeyIf you are not currently part of a group, check out GroupConnect here. 

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a new season focused on following Christ in a Pandemic by looking at the significance of prayer in our present circumstances. I. Why pray?II. Significance of praying in a pandemicIII. ListeningIV. Obeying 

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a new season focused on following Christ in a Pandemic by looking at practical ways to connect with Christ in today's world. I. Time with HimII. What can our daily time with Him look like?III. Importance of having a planClick here for our NT21 Bible Reading Plan.

In this episode, Matt and Todd begin a new season discussing practical ways to proactively live out your faith as we begin our second year of the COVID crisis.I. Christ - everything begins with connecting with HimII. Community - then, He invites us to walk alongside othersIII. Calling - as we accomplish what He has prepared for us to doIV. Commission - while fulfilling the Great Commission

This is our last podcast for 2020. In this year end episode, Matt and Todd share their favorite Christmas memory and why it's important to plan your year end. I. Planning time to planII. Planning time for yourselfIII. Planning time for your familyIV. Planning time to care for others

In this episode, Matt and Todd finish their mini-series on how people grow spiritually.I. Seeking first His kingdom and His righteousnessII. Our response and our desiresIII. Spiritual growth is a processIV. Taking an inventoryClick here for a look at How People Grow by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a mini-series on how people grow spiritually, as they focus on how the Bible helps people grow.I. The Bible anchors God as the source of all growthII. Engaging with God's WordIII. Applying God's WordIV. Personal examplesClick here for a look at How People Grow by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a mini-series on how people grow spiritually, as they focus on how God uses people in the process.I. The role the Body plays in spiritual growthII. Why you must have relationships to growIII. The importance of connectionIV. The importance of discipline and structureV. The importance of grace and forgivenessClick here for a look at How People Grow by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a mini-series on how people grow spiritually, as they focus on the Holy Spirit's role in helping us grow.I. The Holy Spirit draws us to JesusII. The Holy Spirit gives us securityIII. The Holy Spirit is our counselorIV. Practical Spirit-filled livingClick here for a look at How People Grow by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue a mini-series on how people grow spiritually.I. God's part in helping people growII. Viewing God through grace and not the lawIII. Depending on Jesus for growthClick here for a look at How People Grow by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

In this episode, Matt and Todd begin a mini-series on how people grow spiritually.I. Spiritual growth isn't separate from your life, it affects all of your lifeII. Reconciliation is at the heart of the GospelIII. What does it look like in practiceClick here for a look at How People Grow by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

In this episode, Matt and Todd share insights and details about what it means to make a commitment to a Relational Discipleship Group.I. Offer yourself fully to the Lord as you anticipate a season of accelerated spiritual transformationII. Meet weekly with your RD Group for approx. 60-90 min; when unable, stay involvedIII. Commit to five weekly disciplinesScripture memoryPrayer and Bible ReadingH.E.A.R. JournalApplicationEvangelismIV. Intentionally contribute to a climate of confidentiality, honesty, and transparencyV. Pray weekly for the members of your group and your One'sVI. Pray and look for other people to invite into your next RD GroupClick here to take a look at the RD Group Overview

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss what a person should consider if they have never experienced being intentionally discipled.I. You are not aloneII. Don't let your past keep you from obeying the Great Commission in the future III. Don't let thinking you can't do it keep you from praying and obeying the Lord's leading IV. Don't let go of the Spirit's prompting to be involved 

In this episode Matt and Todd interview special guest, Chris Goebel, Disciple Maker and long-time member of Jersey Church. Together they discuss the following questions:I. What has the Lord used in the past to help you mature in Christ?II. What was your initial reaction to RD as a potential compliment to these means of spiritual growth?III. How did the Lord bring you to the point of giving RD a try?IV. What makes RD different?V. How have you seen the Lord use RD in the lives of the other people in your RD Group?VI. What would you say to someone who senses the Lord is calling them to something more than they are currently experiencing in following Him?RD Overview - click hereRD Starter Guide - click here

In this episode Todd interviews Matt and special guest, Cindy Taylor, the Grow Ministry Assistant and Women's Ministry Director at Jersey Church. Together they discuss the following questions:I. What challenges have you faced in considering RD with an already busy schedule?II. How have you overcome these challenges?III. Describe the difference between adding RD to the end of an already long "To Do List" vs. making going deeper with the Lord your #1 priority.IV. Yes, RD is one more thing to do each week, but what are some ways it can impact the 100 other things you have to do?V. Final thought: What would you say to someone who gets the biblical mandate to make disciples and the value in doing so, but has initially put it off because they are too busy?

This is part 4 of a 4-part series that corresponds to a companion resource that walks RD Groups through the process of multiplying. The fourth and final conversation introduces the following two important topics:I. CelebrationII. CommissionYou can download the RD Group Multiply Guide here.For more information about RD Groups email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org.

This is part 3 of a 4-part series that corresponds to a companion resource that walks RD Groups through the process of multiplying. The third conversation introduces the following three topics:I. Where to start when inviting potential  peopleII. Overcoming the challenge of it looking different than you expectedIII. Overcoming the challenge of not knowing a person wellYou can download the RD Group Multiply Guide here.For more information about RD Groups email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org.

This is part 2 of a 4-part series that corresponds to a companion resource that walks RD Groups through the process of multiplying. The second conversation introduces the following three topics:I. Identifying potential membersII. What to look for?III. Group ExerciseYou can download the RD Group Multiplication Guide here.For more information about RD Groups email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org.

In this episode Matt and Todd begin a 4-part series that corresponds to a companion resource that walks RD Groups through the process of multiplying. The first conversation answers the following three questions:I. Why multiply?II. Who will multiply?III. When will we multiply?You can download the RD Group Multiplication Guide here.For more information about RD Groups email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org. 

In this episode Matt and Todd discuss how RD is uniquely positioned to fly under the radar with the least amount of restrictions, and with significant impact in this season.I. The need is greatII. RD is a place to processIII. RD is a place to prayIV. RD is a place to prepareTo register or see a recording of the upcoming RD Interest Meeting over Zoom on Sunday, September 13 from 6:00-6:30PM email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org. 

In this episode Matt and Todd discuss how beginning with the end in mind changes the perspective of your RD Group throughout the time you are together.I. Helps with selecting the right peopleII. Helps with setting the right expectationsIII. Casts a clearer vision of the futureIV. Sets a precedence to revisit periodically

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss how to go about inviting people to join you in your next RD Group.I. Your invitation communicates your expectationII. What Not to doIII. What To doResources:RD OverviewFor more information about RD Groups email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org.

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss who and what to look for with inviting people to join you in Relational Discipleship.I. Who to look forII. Where to lookIII. What to do if you're struggling to find people o F.A.I.T.H.IV. Why not move forward with anyone who is interestedRD OverviewFor more information about RD Groups email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org. 

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss our first priority when it comes to the Great Commission, which is discipleship in our homes.I. What does it mean to disciple your kids?II. The connection between relationships and rulesIII. Listening and responding wellIV. Practical next steps that any parent, grandparent, or guardian can take Resources:Replicate Bible Reading Plans for Adults, Teens, Kids - ReplicateOur Daily Bread for Kids - Daily BreadKingdom Family Devotions - Tony & Jonathan EvansThe Action Bible Devotional - Action BibleParent Cue Dedicated: Training Your Children to Trust and Follow Jesus 

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss what you will highlight during the third week of your RD Group.I. ApplicationII. Evangelism - Who's Your OneIII. Time Between MeetingsThe companion resource for this episode is the RD Group Starter Guide. Click here to download a copy.For more information about RD Groups email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org.Register your new RD Group today so we can send helpful resources and celebrate what the Lord does in your group. Click here to register, then scroll to the middle of the page.

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss what you will be highlighting during the second week of your RD Group. I. What the normal RD Group rhythm looks likeII. Praying for one anotherIII. Importance of scripture memoryIV. What is a H.E.A.R. Journal?The companion resource for this episode is the RD Group Starter Guide. Click here to download a copy.For more information about RD Groups email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org.Register your new RD Group today so we can send helpful resources and celebrate what the Lord does in your group. Click here to register, then scroll to the middle of the page.

In this episode, Matt and Todd begin a new season focused on Relational Discipleship (RD) Groups. The first meeting of an RD Group typically consists of the following three objectives:I. Getting to know one anotherII. Setting expectationsIII. Committing to one anotherThe companion resource for this episode is the RD Group Starter Guide. Click here to download a copy.For more information about RD Groups email us at disciple@jerseychurch.org.Register your new RD Group today so we can send helpful resources and celebrate what the Lord does in your group. Click here to register, then scroll to the middle of the page.

In this episode, Todd interviews Doug Pollock, author of the book, God Space: Where Spiritual Conversations Happen Naturally. Doug shares a wealth of practical advice from his personal experience in speaking, training, and helping people increase the quality and quantity of their spiritual conversations.I. Start with where people are in relationship to God and not where we want them to beII. What does it look like to create God Space in the middle of a pandemic?III. Importance of being led by the Holy SpiritIV. What do you listen for as you become more curious about others?V. How do you overcome relationships that are dormant or appear to be at a dead end?godsgps.comGod Space by Doug PollockListening TestReluctant Witness article 

In this episode, Matt and Todd have the privilege of interviewing the Senior Pastor of Jersey Church, John Hays. Pastor John is passionate about sharing the gospel and shares a number of helpful insights and personal examples.

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss the importance of wondering or being curious about your One. - Noticing - Serving - Listening - WonderingResources: - God Space by: Doug Pollock

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss what it can look like to find common ground with your One. - Where do we stand with culture currently? - Meeting your One where they are, and not where you want them to be - Finding agreement - Questions to ask  - Actions to take

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss the importance of being intentional with your One. - Not a project or a program, but a person - Friendship - Compassion - Sacrifice - 4 Questions to ask yourself about your One:What can I say or do for my One that I would want done for me?What is one way I can be a friend to my One?How is the Lord moving me to have compassion for my One?What is the Lord leading me to sacrifice next for my One?

In this episode, Matt and Todd  discuss different ways we can make Gospel Conversations more difficult than they need to be. - Working out of shame and guilt - Dealing with false expectations - Acting as if it is all up to you - Misplaced focus

In this episode, Matt and Todd talk about what it means to have a Gospel Conversation. - Why share the gospel? - Definition of a gospel conversation - Examples of sharing: spontaneous and relational  

In this episode, Matt and Todd talk about  what it looks like to refocus on Who's Your One.- Recognize change is constant- Restart with praying and caring- Acknowledge challenges, and seize opportunities- Remember you are not alone

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue discussing what we could be learning from COVID-19 (Part 5 of 5):I. Trusting in our own competenceII. Lack of competency brings shameIII. Secure in God's love for us as His childrenIV. Application

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue discussing what we could be learning from COVID-19 (Part 4):What is control?What about the Sovereignty of God and the Goodness of God?Four steps to help us surrender to the Sovereign King:Ask the Lord to reveal what you are trying to hold onto other than JesusPray for forgiveness and ask what area He would have you focus on firstRepent and believe the good newsUse this time to learn to follow Him in this area of your life

In this episode, Matt and Todd continue discussing what we could be learning from COVID-19 (Part 3):Limit exposure to the newsPractice taking every thought captiveDispute worry with God's WordStop imagining and deal with reality

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss more about what we could be learning from COVID-19 (Part 2):Biblical PerspectivePersonal PerspectivePractical AdviceReflect on how your new structures are workingEvaluate how your new routine is goingSchedule time for relationshipsEnduring AND Growing through the crisis 

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss what we could be learning from COVID-19; such as:Set your mind on the things of God, not the things of manLean into what God wants to show you about yourselfRemember, we were designed for relationshipsWith our Heavenly FatherWith one anotherEmail us and let us know: -  Who you could help connect to an online group- What God is teaching you- What you would like us to talk more about during COVID-19 tsmeltzer@jerseychurch.org / mread@jerseychurch.org

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss ways to make the most of Good Friday, Easter, and beyond during the Coronavirus.Inviting people to join you: Online for a brief time of worship and the Lord's Supper on Good Friday For our Drive Up & Call In Services on Easter SundayOnline for one of our Easter Sunday ServicesFor an online study of the book of Mark after EasterWays to celebrate Easter with your immediate family

In this episode, Todd and Matt discuss the Coronavirus from these perspectives:InwardWhat if a person is overwhelmed?Using our time wiselyOutwardBroad approach - Facebook Watch PartiesNarrow approach - specific ways to serve others

In this episode, Matt and Todd discuss ways to respond to the Coronavirus: Revisit the Great CommissionExamples from the First Century ChurchValue of SolitudeHow to have Community in the midst of Social Distancing* For assistance with finding a group contact us at grow@jerseychurch.org 

Episode NotesIn this episode, Matt and Todd talk about the following aspects of praying for your One: How to Pray now that you have your OneThe importance of the Lord leading you to your OneAsking the Lord about your OneImportance of having other people praying for your One

In this episode, Matt and Todd talk about the following aspects of finding your One: Persevering in prayerFinding someone you can care forConnecting with people in your sphere of influenceCan you have more than one?How can you know the Lord is leading you to your One?