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Is AI becoming people's messiah? In this episode, Pastor Johnny Sierra and Pastor Tim Grandstaff unpack Psalm 72 — David's coronation prayer over Solomon that points to a far greater King. They explore what it means to be part of a "God-sized story," why the church can't be replaced by a screen or an algorithm, and the question every believer has to answer: Are you living for God's fame or your own?In this episode:What is a God-sized story — and how do you know you're in one?Psalm 72: David's prayer, Solomon's crown, and Jesus the greater KingWhy AI can't confront your selfish desires — but Scripture willReal-time stories of transformation from Maine to Brazil to South Korea

Would you drive 2.5 hours to gather with God's people?. We often don't realize how much we think about just ourselves, instead of the biblical thinking of a collective group. The Bible calls it a "people of God". Psalm 45 exposes the Messianic reality that Christ is the groom and we are the bride. And the goal is not just two people in a relationship. It's generations and nations declaring His name forever. In Episode 28, Pastor Tim and guest Pastor James Lynch from Freedom Village Church in Soul, South Korea, dig into a deeply symbolic Psalm. The King and His Queen become Christ & His Church The Hebrew thinking of us verses the American thinking of me. When 6" inches of frustration can stop you from celebrating all God is doing. It all comes down to one question: are you desired by the King?

Every Christian struggles with worry and doubt. Today we're going to look at what Jesus says about worry and the superpower to overcome it. Discussion Guide: https://longhollow.com/the-forgotten-jesus-podcast-discussion-guides Notes: https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes

What are the teachings of the prosperity gospel? It teaches that financial success is a direct reward for unwavering faith, positive speech, and religious donations. Today's version of this ancient heresy surfaced in the 1950s. One of their preachers, Reverend Ike, stated, "I don't want pie in the sky when I die; I want cash in the stash here and now!" It interprets scripture as a divine guarantee of earthly wealth, putting the believer's material desires at the center of faith. Some have characterized their teaching as "name it and claim it, give to get, blab it and grab it, profess it and possess it". Also known as the "Word of Faith" movement, it key figures today are Kenneth Copeland, Benny Hinn, Joel Osteen, T.D. Jakes, John Hagee, Creflo ("Cashflow") Dollar, Paula White, and Joyce Meyer. Past figures included Oral Roberts, Jim Bakker, Jimmy Swaggart, E.W. Kenyon and Kenneth Hagin.

Caring for the Earth: Stories from Faith Communities with guests Reverend Carol Devine, Director of Blessed Tomorrowand Dayna Reggero, Founder of the Climate Listening Project.For more Info go to:Blessed Tomorrow: blessedtomorrow.orgAccess the Film Series and Discussion Guide: https://blessedtomorrow.org/get-the-film-series/Join us in Sept. for a Luncheon Screening of the Series:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rVkZ1Of-RN6yHTVkdHG8Mw#/registration

You'd never call it rebellion. You'd call it "bettering yourself." Living your truth. But Psalm 2 exposes the slow drift — one compromise at a time — that pulls us from God.In Episode 27, Pastor Johnny and Pastor Tim dig into the most quoted psalm in the New Testament: why Psalm 1 and 2 belong together, the Hebrew word hagah (everyone's meditating on something — the question is what), what "begotten" really means, and teshuvah — the invitation to return.It all comes down to one question: you may know Christ as Savior, but is He your Lord? There's a tension between the Caesar in your life and Christ. Who's gonna win?

How was Roman slavery different from American slavery in the 1800s? Both were "chattel" slavery. In real estate lingo, chattels are moveable items a seller takes with him—such as livestock. The word "chattel" comes from the French word for cows (you can hear it in the related word, "cattle"). All enslaved people in the Roman Empire were considered "chattel," meaning they were legally categorized as absolute property with few legal rights, could not refuse labor, and were treated as commodities that could be bought, sold, traded, or inherited (just like cattle). The differences are that: 1) American slavery was race-based, whereas Roman slavery usually came as the result of conquest, debt, or being born into it. 2) Roman slavery had a much more accessible legal pathway to freedom (Roman slaves were generally permitted to do outside work for pay, and were often able to save enough to buy their freedom). 3) Roman slaves were often much better educated than their masters, and were commonly entrusted with huge responsibilities. In contrast, it was illegal to educate American slaves. Thomas Sowel: "Although slavery was a worldwide institution for thousands of years, nowhere in the world was slavery a controversial issue prior to the 18th century. People of every race and color were enslaved—and enslaved others. White people were still being bought and sold as slaves in the Ottoman Empire, decades after American blacks were freed." Modern Application: For all practical purposes, slavery has been illegal in the United States since 1865. Unless a Christian is in prison, the closest application we can make today for this text is to the employee/employer relationship (or per

"We have enough belief in God for our eternity, but not for our Monday." Pastor Johnny, Tim Grandstaff, and Chad Harper unpack Psalm 91 — what it means to dwell with God instead of just visiting Him in a crisis, why confidence has to be built before the storm hits, and how a bigger fear cancels a smaller one. Honest, personal, and straight from this week's teaching at Genesis Church Orlando.

We all know the Proverbs 31 woman. What about the Psalm 112 man?This is The Psalm 112 Blueprint — a Father's Day episode breaking down Psalm 112 as a blueprint for biblical manhood, straight talk, no dancing around it. Pastor Johnny Sierra and Pastor Tim Grandstaff talk legacy vs. memories, why your family's real wealth has nothing to do with trophies or travel ball, and the ancient picture of fathers "planting trees whose shade they'll never sit under." Plus: a chess vs. rock-paper-scissors take on parenting that'll stick with you long after the episode ends.

Join us today as we discuss the superpower to overcoming worry and anxiety in your life. Discussion Guide: https://longhollow.com/the-forgotten-jesus-podcast-discussion-guides Notes: https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes

What if being completely known by God is actually the best news you've ever heard?In Episode 24, Pastor Johnny and Pastor Tim walk through all 24 verses of Psalm 139 — the psalm David called an autobiography of who God is and what He does.They dig into what it really means that God knows you (not just information about you, but experience with you), why His presence is comfort rather than surveillance, and how He knit you together with a purpose that predates your birth.They also don't skip the hard part — the imprecatory turn in verses 19–22 — and explain what David actually means when he says he hates God's enemies, and why the psalm's closing prayer is one of the most honest invitations in Scripture.If you've ever felt unseen, unworthy, or like your life doesn't matter, this episode is for you.

Every Christian struggles with worry and doubt. Today we're going to look at what Jesus says about worry and the superpower to overcome it. Discussion Guide: https://longhollow.com/the-forgotten-jesus-podcast-discussion-guides Notes: https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes

Most of us have had Psalm 121 on a coffee mug. But what if you've been misreading it your entire life?Pastor Johnny and Lead Pastor Tim unpack one of the most famous verses in all of Scripture — and reveal what the hills actually meant to ancient Israel. Spoiler: they weren't something to celebrate. They were a temptation to reject.From there, the conversation goes deep into the Hebrew word shamar — keeper — which David repeats six times in just six verses. God isn't just your helper. He's your Keeper. The One who doesn't sleep when you can't. The One who carries you forward even when you've gone still. The One who, as Jesus said in John 10, holds you so tightly that no one can pull you out of His hand.Eight verses. More depth than you'd expect. Don't miss it.

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Today I'm joining in conversation with my friend James Bryan Smith to finally share something that's been in the works for over a year now. Jim is the author of The Good and Beautiful book series. A founding member of Richard J. Foster's spiritual renewal ministry, Renovaré, Smith is an ordained United Methodist Church minister and has served in various capacities in local churches. He earned his MDiv at Yale and his DMin at Fuller and is a theology professor at Friends University in Wichita, Kansas, where he also serves as the director of the Apprentice Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation. About a year ago he called me up with an idea for a way to serve writers. That's where our conversation today begins. Even if you aren't a writer, our conversation will, I hope, shed light on how ideas become reality, how sometimes a good idea takes a decade to grow, and the beauty of collaboration, patience, and moving at a human pace. I hope you'll listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the Formation Writers Guild The Good and Beautiful Series by James Bryan Smith Apprentice Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation Renovaré FIND EMILY ELSEWHERE: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide"

Join us today as we sit down with Investment Banker Jesus to examine where we're storing up treasure. Discussion Guide: https://longhollow.com/the-forgotten-jesus-podcast-discussion-guides Notes: https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes

First London Baptist Confession (1644): "… every Church has power.... to choose … Pastors … the due maintenance of the officers … should be the free and voluntary communication of the Church, that according to Christ's ordinance, they that preach the Gospel, should live on the Gospel …"

Join us as we look at what Jesus said about Fasting from the sermon on the mount in Matthew 6. Discussion Guide: https://longhollow.com/the-forgotten-jesus-podcast-discussion-guides Notes: https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes

Paul dealt with four types of widows: older widows without children, older widows with children, younger widows, and wanton widows.

Continuing from last week we're discussing temptation, enticement, desire leading to sin and death, from James 1. Discussion Guide: https://longhollow.com/the-forgotten-jesus-podcast-discussion-guides Notes: https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes

Join us today as we look at the question, “Does God lead us into temptation” Discussion Guide: https://longhollow.com/the-forgotten-jesus-podcast-discussion-guides Notes: https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes

April is my birthday month so every year I like to dedicate one episode to birthdays in general - maybe something you can come back to when your birthday rolls around. Of course birthdays are a time for celebration, for treating ourselves, for toasting to another year of life. They are also a good time for personal reflection. If you are someone for whom reflection does not come naturally, you may wonder why do it at all: We can't change the past so what's the point of looking back? What are the real benefits of reflecting on your life? I'm so glad you asked. Listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Purchase The Birthday Collection Episode 272: A Soul Minimalist's Guide to Your Birthday Episode 365: A Birthday Reflection for When You're Not Sure How to Celebrate How We Think by John Dewey Journal Club Check-In Get the monthly letter FIND EMILY ELSEWHERE: Watch this episode on YouTube Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide"

When two rams butt heads, little lambs get trampled. Doctrinal controversies within a church are always taxing. Such are times that try men's souls. Those with a weak conscience are often offended and discouraged. Those caught in the cross fire say things like, "What does it really matter, anyway? Can't we all just get along? Doctrine divides, but Christ unites. I don't ask them about their, beliefs, and they don't ask me about mine." Today, we'll continue to see why the price paid to safe guard orthodoxy is, in the long run, worth the high cost.

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What if you found a book that would truly lay the groundwork for why conversations about the end of life matter so much? What if this book could jumpstart conversations with family, friends, and your community? What if it even had a Discussion Guide in the back, filled with ideas? This episode with Janet Booth, MA, RN and Trish Rux, RN explores the first four chapters of their new book Dying Matters: 8 Conversations That Can Change Your Life. This one is my new favorite to recommend!

This paragraph has application primarily for church leaders. What is that application? Church leaders must: • Warn the brothers about deceitful spirits and the teachings of demons • Have nothing to do with myths • Must themselves be trained in the words of faith and good doctrine. • Toil and strive for the gospel, as God is potentially the Savior of all people. What is the application here for Christian in general? • All believers must beware of irreverent, silly, religious myths (they're all around us!). • Listen to your leaders when they warn of bad doctrine/practice. • Remember that bodily training is of some benefit, but training in godliness is far more valuable. You will not succeed spiritually if you do not adopt spiritual disciplines. Where are your priorities? • Live life in light of eternity. George Whitefield spoke of seeing criminals riding in a cart on their way to the gallows, arguing like a bunch of kids about who should sit on the right hand of the cart. Here were men condemned to die that very day, but their focus was on who got the best seat on the way to the execution! The Bible is clear that as members of the fallen human race, we're all in that cart, on the way to the gallows. We'd better be preparing for what lies beyond. • Toil and strive to effectively introduce the gospel to your children (the next generation). If you drop the ball, it will be a curse to them.

A major source of bad doctrine is demons! W are engaged in spiritual warfare. The ancient Egyptians who built the pyramids were just a few hundred years removed from Noah's flood, yet they had already departed wholesale into polygamy, and the doctrine of demons. Demonic influence is still happening today: NIV Ephesians 6:12 … our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. NIV 2 Corinthians 11:3 … I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent's cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ.

Introduction: In How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth, it is stated that the epistles are "occasional" documents, written in response to some local situation (usually a problem occasion). As a result, the theology found in the epistles is "task" theology—theology tasked with solving a particular problem in order to drive an application. Structure: Many commentators feel that today's paragraph (3:14-16) is the heart of this letter, as it puts all the instructions and corrections into proper theological perspective. It reveals the belief that drives the behavior, the doctrine that drives the duty.

Playing favorites may feel like a phase we outgrow, but James confronts how deeply partiality still shapes our lives—and our faith. In James 2:1–13, we are warned that favoritism based on status, appearance, wealth, or ideology is incompatible with faith in Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory.This teaching by Pastor Aaron McRae exposes how easily we absorb the world's habits of ranking, judging, and dividing others, often without realizing it. James reminds us that true faith is not merely held—it is lived. Faith in Jesus must look like Jesus, expressed through mercy, humility, and love for neighbor without exception.Through Scripture, cultural insight, and practical application, this message calls believers to examine their hearts, reject unconscious bias, and live under the “royal law” of love. Ultimately, James leaves us with a defining vision for Christian living: mercy triumphs over judgment.James Study Journal – Weekly Scripture readings, reflection prompts, and space to apply the teaching personally or with a group - https://hillsidechurches.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/James2026_Journal_FINAL.pdf Discussion Guide – Designed for small groups, coffee groups, or families to process the message together - https://hillsidechurches.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Discussion-Guide-1.18.26.pdf Resources & Scripture ReferencesPrimary Text: James 2:1–13Supporting Scripture-Leviticus 19:15, 18-Genesis 1:27-Galatians 3:26–28-John 1:14-John 15:12–13-Exodus 33:18–19-Ephesians 3:17–19Referenced Authors-Douglas Moo, James-Scot McKnight, The Letter of James-N.T. Wright, Early Christian Letters for Everyone-Scott Sauls, Irresistible FaithStay Connected:Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurchInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurchesHillside Website | https://hillsidechurches.comFor the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel. Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church.Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurchInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurchesWebsite | https://hillsidechurches.com

What does it really mean to hear God? In James Week 2, Pastor Aaron McRae explores how genuine listening to God's Word is proven not by information received, but by lives transformed. Using the image of a hearing test, James challenges us to examine whether we are merely hearing Scripture—or actually responding to it with obedience.Walking through James 1:19–27, this message unpacks how hearing God begins with listening more than speaking, slowing our anger, humbly welcoming the Word, and intentionally putting it into practice. Pastor Aaron highlights James's warning against self-deception: when we hear without doing, we convince ourselves we're growing when we're not. True faith is not just orthodox belief but lived obedience that expresses itself in transformed character and compassionate action toward others.This teaching invites us to quiet the noise of our lives, tune our hearts to God's voice through Scripture, and respond with concrete, faithful steps. When we hear like God intends, our hearts are aligned with Him—and our lives become attentive to the needs of the people around us.ResourcesJames Study Journal – Weekly Scripture readings, reflection prompts, and space to apply the teaching personally or with a group - https://hillsidechurches.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/James2026_Journal_FINAL.pdf Discussion Guide – Designed for small groups, coffee groups, or families to process the message together - https://hillsidechurches.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Discussion-Guide-1.18.26.pdf Scripture Focus: James 1:19–27; Psalm 85:7–8Recommended Reading:James by Douglas MooJames by George M. StulacCaring Enough to Hear and Be Heard by David W. AugsburgerFor the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel. Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church.Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurchInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurchesWebsite | https://hillsidechurches.com

Happy New Year, Small Group Leaders! Tune in to this week's Small Group Leaders Podcast, as Pastor Billy Lile and Pastor Tim Ma share practical tips on leading your groups as we reflect on the this year and trust God for the next.

Merry Christmas! Tune in to this week's a special Small Group Leaders Podcast Christmas edition, as Pastor Billy Lile and Pastor Jennifer Matias share practical tips on leading your groups.

Listen to this week's Small Group Leaders Podcast, as Pastor Billy Lile and Pastor "Coach" Alfredo Canencia Jr. share practical tips on leading your groups as in our new series, "Christmas Is ForGiving."

All About Deacons: Job Description, Appointment, Qualification, and Women Deacons

Tune in to this week's Small Group Leaders Podcast, as Pastor Tim Ma and Chad Udani share practical tips on leading your groups as we launch our new series, "Christmas Is ForGiving."

In past weeks we've been examining the qualifications for elder (1Ti 3:1-7). In this lesson, we'll consider 1) who decides which men serve as elders, 2) how many elders a church should have, and 3) their job description.

Listen to this week's Small Group Leaders Podcast, as Pastor Kalae George and Jerrick Riveral share practical tips on leading your groups in the final part of our series, "Right On The Money: Everything From Him & Everything For Him."

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service! In this week's message, we explore what it means to live as an ordinary priesthood—people who carry the presence of God into everyday life. Pastor KJ reflects on Paul's time in Corinth, his humble work as a tentmaker, and the way God's kingdom quietly spreads through ordinary moments and simple acts of faith. Discover how everything can become a sacrament—a physical expression of God's grace—and how the gospel is not confined to temples or pulpits, but woven through conversations, work, and even our fears. For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-10-4-5-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf See you Friday the 24th...at Zoe's?

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service! As we continue through the book of Acts, we see Paul model a powerful approach in Athens: connecting the gospel to people right where they are. How do we share the good news of Jesus in ways that truly connect with our culture today? In Acts 17, Paul shows us how to see people through God's heart, affirm His image in them, and invite them into real life with Him. For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-9-27-28-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf Baptism Weekend Details Inside – Don't Miss It! https://mailchi.mp/cccgreeley/weekly-digital-newsletter-16047780 Christ Community Church – Greeley, CO 

Want to help your church find focus in its disciple-making efforts? We've created an 8-part resource called Discipleship 101 to help. Learn more at https://www.intotheharvest.org/discipleship-101/ Need a simple framework to help you make disciples like Jesus? Check out The Pathway Series to learn more: https://www.intotheharvest.org/pathway Shop ► https://www.intotheharvest.org/shop/ Instagram ► instagram.com / intotheharvest Facebook ► facebook.com / intotheharvest Newsletter ► https://www.intotheharvest.org/newsle... We are all called to hospitality. Multiple times in Scripture, actually. Hospitality looks different for different people, and for different cultures. Andrew talks to Ryan and Hope Bailey about how they have practiced hospitality in discipleship, and the impact it has had on others, as well as in their own lives. RESOURCES MENTIONED: The Pathway Series Finding Faith – Free Gospel Resource Discipleship101 - 8 Videos and Discussion Guide Original Release Date: 09/25/25 SUBSCRIBE to our free weekly newsletter SHOP the ITH Store ******************** Want to Help Us Grow? •  Subscribe and give us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify •  Share this episode on Facebook •  If you believe in what we're doing and want to help us reach a wider audience, become a monthly supporter The post #251 – The Open Door: How Hospitality Fuels Disciple-Making appeared first on Into the Harvest

Colonel Art Athens joins the Be Worth* Following podcast to share his insights on all things leadership, especially the cultivation of talent. And to be sure, he's sharing with us from a wealth of experience. Over the course of more than 30 years in the Marine Corps, Colonel Athens held command and staff assignments across all four Marine Aircraft Wings. He also served as an instructor and Academic Dean for the Marine Corps' equivalent to the Navy's “Top Gun” school. Following his military career, he became the Naval Academy's first Distinguished Military Professor of Leadership and later served for over a decade as the Director of the Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership. He also served as Commandant of Midshipmen at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and was selected as a White House Fellow under President Ronald Reagan. In this episode, you'll discover why Colonel Athens talks about Dixie cups and crystal glasses in relation to leading well. You'll see how attending a rainy high school soccer game significantly shifted one of his relationships up the chain of command. And you'll hear why benches and bullpens are important concepts in how we think about developing those we lead. Notable links:  Guest: Colonel Art Athens:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/art-athens-b210559/ Host: Tim Spiker:   https://www.theaperio.com/tim-spiker  The Only Leaders Worth* Following video series on Right Now Media:   https://www.theaperio.com/right-now-media-series The Only Leaders Worth* Following book   https://tinyurl.com/TOLWFbook   The Only Leaders Worth Following book Discussion Guide:   https://www.theaperio.com/discussion-guide-the-only-leaders-worth-following  The Aperio:   https://www.theaperio.com/   

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service! The book of Acts shows us how Jesus can turn our world upside down—or right side up. In Acts 17, Paul's critics said, “These men who have turned the world upside down have come here too.” What if that could be said of us today? Join us as we discover three key ways we can engage our culture, live with full allegiance to Jesus, and root ourselves in God's Word—becoming people who bring real transformation to a broken world. For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-9-20-21-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf There's Something for Everyone This Fall

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service! In Acts 16, we see how Paul and Silas experience—and share—freedom in the midst of deep trials. From breaking spiritual strongholds to challenging systemic evil and praising God in prison, this passage reveals how Jesus brings freedom into even the hardest circumstances. Join us as we discover what true freedom looks like and how we can live it out today. For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-9-13-14-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf Did we say FESTIVAL??

FREE RESOURCE!! Want to deepen your faith? Get our free 3-lesson series here: https://www.intotheharvest.org/finding-faith Need a simple framework to help you make disciples like Jesus? Check out The Pathway Series to learn more: https://www.intotheharvest.org/pathway Merch ► https://www.intotheharvest.org/shop/ Instagram ► https://instagram.com/intotheharvest Facebook ► https://facebook.com/intotheharvest Newsletter ► https://www.intotheharvest.org/newsletter/ Disciple-making was normal in the early church—but why does it feel so rare today? In this episode, we dig into three reasons why disciple-making often stalls in modern Christianity. More importantly, we share what it will take to recover it. If you're longing to see disciples made and multiplied, this conversation is for you. RESOURCES MENTIONED: The Pathway Series Finding Faith – Free Gospel Resource Discipleship101 - 8 Videos and Discussion Guide Original Release Date: 09/11/25 SUBSCRIBE to our free weekly newsletter SHOP the ITH Store ******************** Want to Help Us Grow? •  Subscribe and give us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify •  Share this episode on Facebook •  If you believe in what we're doing and want to help us reach a wider audience, become a monthly supporter The post #250 – Why Is Disciple-Making So Rare Today? appeared first on Into the Harvest

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service! In Acts 16 we see Paul's second missionary journey—and one of the clearest pictures of what it means to live a Spirit-led life. The Holy Spirit isn't just a concept, but the very presence of God guiding us in real and personal ways. In this message, we explore how Paul created space to listen, followed even when God said “no,” kept moving forward in faith, and discovered open doors he never expected. Learn how these same principles can shape your walk with Jesus today. For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-9-6-7-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf 

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service! In Acts 15:32–41, we see Paul and Barnabas—two faithful leaders who loved Jesus and gave everything for the Kingdom—reach a breaking point in their partnership. Their sharp disagreement didn't end with resolution, but it didn't stop God's mission either. In fact, God was still working in the middle of the conflict, preparing new partnerships, expanding the Gospel, and turning endings into new beginnings. If you've ever carried the weight of conflict that didn't resolve the way you hoped, this passage offers encouragement and hope. The story isn't over—God is still moving.For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-8-30-31-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf Experience the Power of Prayer: Sign Up for Global Week of Prayer https://mailchi.mp/cccgreeley/weekly-digital-newsletter-16047639 Christ Community Church – Greeley, CO 

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service! In Acts 15, tension arises in the church over what's truly required for salvation. Some believers insisted that following the law was necessary, while others, like Paul and Barnabas, declared that salvation is found in Jesus alone. Out of this debate came clarity that still matters for us today: the gospel must be protected, and the gospel calls us to love and honor one another. For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-8-23-24-Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf College Students—We Missed You! See What's New at CCC https://mailchi.mp/cccgreeley/weekly-digital-newsletter-16047593 Christ Community Church – Greeley, CO 

Welcome to Christ Community's Online Service!How do we keep following Jesus when life gets hard? In this message, we see Paul and Barnabas face rejection, slander, and even violence—yet they respond with resilience. Discover how God uses hardship to strengthen our faith and grow His kingdom in us and through us. For prayer and to stay connected, please visit: https://www.cccgreeley.org For Giving: https://www.cccgreeley.org/give/ Discussion Guide: https://cccgreeley.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025-8-16-17Group-Discussion-Questions.pdf From Here to the Nations—Let's Cover the Globe in Prayer

It's the last week of April and before the month gets away from me, I wanted to have a short birthday episode for you to return to when your birthday rolls around. For today's episode I'll keep it short and sweet with just 4 questions you can ask yourself during your birthday week. Listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Episode 272: A Soul Minimalist's Guide to Your Birthday Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide"

So far this year I've been engaging a simple little practice you can do right now that is helping me feel a little bit more grounded than I would without it. And if you've been around here very long you know that any practice can be a spiritual practice if we do it with an awareness of God. Listen in. Purchase The Lent Collection Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide"