Podcasts about making disciples

Jesus left His disciples with the command to spread the Gospel and make disciples of all nations, ultimately reaching everyone in the world with the Good News. This command is passed to us and seems impossible, but with God backing us up it is not impossible. We just have to focus on Him and obey what He calls us to do and He will fulfill His plans through us.

Islington Baptist is a church for the Islington and wider Newcastle community sharing the life-changing message of Jesus. Our sermon / Bible teaching is a central part of our gatherings.Luke 5:1-111 One day as Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret, the people were crowding around him and listening to the word of God. 2 He saw at the water's edge two boats, left there by the fishermen, who were washing their nets. 3 He got into one of the boats, the one belonging to Simon, and asked him to put out a little from shore. Then he sat down and taught the people from the boat.4 When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.”5 Simon answered, “Master, we've worked hard all night and haven't caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.”6 When they had done so, they caught such a large number of fish that their nets began to break. 7 So they signaled their partners in the other boat to come and help them, and they came and filled both boats so full that they began to sink.8 When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus' knees and said, “Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!” 9 For he and all his companions were astonished at the catch of fish they had taken, 10 and so were James and John, the sons of Zebedee, Simon's partners.Then Jesus said to Simon, “Don't be afraid; from now on you will fish for people.” 11 So they pulled their boats up on shore, left everything and followed him.

Entrepreneurial church leader Todd Wilson shares insights on the church growth movement and the importance of disciple making movements. Todd's journey from a nuclear engineer to a ministry leader highlights his passion for a discipleship church model.Todd discusses the historical context of the growth of the church, emphasizing the need for a shift from traditional methods to a more sustainable church growth strategy. He argues that the focus should be on creating a discipleship church that fosters disciple making movements. Todd discusses the pitfalls of focusing solely on numbers in church growth, emphasizing the need for a shift towards discipleship and church planting. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by churches today, such as the reliance on programs that do not reproduce themselves. Todd suggests that a successful church growth strategy involves empowering individuals to become everyday missionaries, contributing to the growth of the church.Focus on creating a discipleship church environment.Encourage disciple making movements to ensure sustainable growth.Implement a church growth strategy that adapts to modern challenges.Practical steps include fostering a culture of mentorship and leadership development within the church. This approach not only supports the growth of the church but also aligns with the principles of disciple making movements.

To change things up from a typical re-run, our team has put together “deep dive” episodes on specific topics or themes, pulling key moments from relevant episodes and bringing them together for one comprehensive listening experience.  In this Deep Dive, Jackie and Preston discuss understanding what the gospel actually is, sharing your faith with wisdom and love, talking to family members who don't believe, and walking alongside others as they grow in their faith. Today's Deep Dive features content from four past episodes: How to Give the Gospel: Part 1 (September 2023) – https://youtu.be/0HvbjB-x_o0 How to Give the Gospel: Part 2 (October 2023) –https://youtu.be/SbP_Tvw2U8U How To Tell The Truth (April 2024) – https://youtu.be/qT6NtfpRGck How to Make Disciples That Make Disciples (May 2024) – https://youtu.be/PhbesSgcjKY More resources: Apologetics with Preston Perry (YouTube channel) – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5tYCIeywXPsNEhxU3yfZvw Preston's book, “How to Tell the Truth: The Story of How God Saved Me to Win Hearts--Not Just Arguments” – https://www.amazon.com/How-Tell-Truth-Hearts-Not-Arguments-ebook/dp/B0CL7NSWJS Jackie's Bible Study, “Jude: Contending For the Faith in Today's Culture” – https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/jude-bible-study Brian Dye on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/visionnehemiah Brian Dye's ministry, Hood Heroes – https://www.legacydisciple.org/hoodheroes Scripture references: 2 Timothy 2:23-26 1 Peter 3:15 Matthew 28:19 This Episode is Sponsored By: Https://fieldofgreens.com — Get 20% off with promo code PERRY - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week at our Jackson Campus, Campus Pastor Mitch Johnson begins our new series, Interpreting the Times—a journey through Luke 10–13 where Jesus teaches His people how to see clearly and respond rightly in a world filled with confusion, distraction, and competing voices.We pray this message is a blessing and encouragement to you.For more information about The Point Church, visit us online at www.tothepoint.church.Scripture: Luke 10:1-24Takeaway: Every Believer Is Called to Participate in Making Disciples and Advancing the Gospel to the Nations

Mission: Making Disciples of all Nations: Matthew 28:16-20 | Mike Merriner | 08-09-2026 by Clear Water Church

Send us Fan MailPaul and Susan (names changed for security purposes) teach in a school in North Africa. Influenced by The Navigators (c) while in college, they continue to have a heart for individuals and for making disciples, even in challenging conditions. Paul shares insights, lessons learned and opportunities taken in this podcast. 

Keilee Webb is a field staffer with K-Life in Missouri and serves as summer staff with Fuge Camps. On this episode of the Ordinary Christian Podcast, Keilee shares her journey of faith, discipleship, and ministry, emphasizing the importance of mentoring, and discipleship with a special emphasis on her heart for discipleship among to and among young women. Keilee also discuss the role of God's Word in her daily life and the value of having parents who are seeking to live out their faith authentically, even when it isn't perfect.Key TopicsDifferences in discipling women and menThe role of the Holy Spirit and God's Word in growthBuilding trust and sisterhood in discipleshipThe importance of community and church involvementPersonal faith journey and sanctificationSound Bites“Discipleship is sharing our lives with others”“Women's brains are like spaghetti, men have boxes”“Renew your mind in truth through God's Word”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Kylie Webb and Her Ministry00:28 Kylie's Background and Ministry Focus01:17 Discipling Women vs. Men: Key Differences02:13 Biblical Foundations for Discipleship (1 Thessalonians 2:8)03:39 Understanding Gender Wiring and Discipleship Approaches04:23 The Imago Dei and Discipleship Seasons05:16 Comfort Levels in Mentoring Men and Women07:14 Connecting with Younger Women and Trust Building09:28 The Role of Experience and Age in Discipleship11:00 Starting Discipleship at a Young Age12:17 Kylie's Faith Journey and Salvation Testimony15:56 College Years and Spiritual Growth16:25 Recent Pivotal Moments in Faith and Discipleship22:22 Seeking God's Will Through His Word24:25 Renewing the Mind and Daily Discipleship26:38 Meditating on Scripture and Holy Spirit's Role28:58 Practical Daily Walk with Christ34:41 The Role of Family and Personal Faith in Discipleship42:20 Kylie's Ministry at K-Life and Community Engagement47:28 Young Adults' Hunger for Truth and Community51:40 Favorite Scripture and Its SignificanceK-Life MinistriesEphesians 2:8-9Romans 12:2Colossians 3:1-2RESOURCES

Series: Underground Jesus 2026  Title: Making Disciples Speaker: Pastor Daron Earlewine Date: August 2, 2026 SERIES OVERVIEW Underground Jesus is our annual series calling us to join the 2,000-year-old movement of Jesus. Church is more than a building, music, preaching, or coffee. The early church was a Spirit-filled movement of ordinary people who allowed God to use their everyday lives to do extraordinary things. Over these five weeks, we will explore what it means to be discipled, live on mission, embrace our motto, follow the model of Jesus, and join a growing movement. Our prayer is that we would move beyond simply attending church and say yes to following Jesus, making disciples, and bringing His hope and healing wherever He sends us. STAY CONNECTED Website: https://mrne.info/church Mercy Kids: https://mrne.info/kids Mercy Students: https://mrne.info/students Mercy Road Northeast Facebook: https://mrne.info/facebook Mercy Road Northeast Instagram: https://mrne.info/instagram HELPFUL LINKS Connect Card: https://mrne.info/getconnected Prayer: https://mrne.info/prayer Give Online: https://mrne.info/giving Outposts: https://mrne.info/outpost Subscribe to MERCY ROAD CHURCH - NORTHEAST YouTube channel to watch this message again later this week! https://www.youtube.com/@mercyroadnortheast

2 August 2026This week, we welcomed guest speaker Øivind Augland from M4, who shared a message from 1 John 2 about spiritual maturity. Using John's picture of children, young people, and fathers, Øivind challenged us to keep growing in Christ, live from God's grace and strength, and embrace our role in making disciples across every generation.Notes:Speaking from 1 John 2:12-14, Øivind explores the journey of spiritual growth and reminds us that following Jesus is not meant to remain at the same stage. God calls every believer to mature, becoming people who know His love, live by His power, and help others follow Christ.Spiritual maturity begins as children of GodEvery follower of Jesus begins with the same foundation.John reminds us that our sins are forgiven because of Christ and that we know the Father.Øivind explains that spiritual childhood is built on three essential experiences:• Encountering God personally.• Placing our faith in Jesus.• Committing ourselves to God's family, the Church.Just as we know honey is sweet because we have tasted it, Christianity is not merely about information. We are invited to experience the goodness of God for ourselves.Reflecting on his own life, Øivind shared how burnout at the age of 24 led him into a deeper understanding of God's grace, forgiveness, and unconditional love. He discovered that God's grace is the deepest place of rest, where we no longer need to perform or pretend.Growing into spiritual maturityJohn next addresses the "young men", those who are growing in spiritual strength.This stage is marked by three characteristics:• We are strong because Christ lives in us through the Holy Spirit.• God's Word shapes our thinking, decisions, and priorities.• We overcome the evil one, not through our own strength, but through Christ's victory.True maturity comes as our confidence shifts from ourselves to Jesus.His strength becomes our strength.His grace sustains us in weakness.His victory becomes the place from which we live.God's mission includes every believerØivind shared the story of church planting in his home city in Norway and the work of M4 across Europe.He reminded us that every Christian is invited into God's mission of making disciples and planting healthy churches.The Great Commission is centred on Christ, empowered by His presence, and fuelled by His power.Mission is not reserved for a few people.Every believer has a role in reaching others with the gospel.Every generation has a purposeUsing the picture of an arrow, Øivind described how every generation has a unique role within God's Kingdom.Young people are often the prophetic generation, called to courageously reach their own generation for Christ.Those in the middle years provide stability, wisdom, mentoring, and safe places where younger believers can grow.Older believers are spiritual fathers and mothers whose wisdom, prayer, encouragement, and investment help strengthen the whole Church.Healthy churches intentionally invest in every generation while continually raising up the next one.Becoming spiritual fathers and mothersThe goal of discipleship is not simply personal growth.It is becoming people who help others follow Jesus.Spiritual fathers and mothers open their homes, invest in people, encourage younger believers, and create environments where faith can flourish.Even those carrying personal pain or disappointment are still called and able to invest in others.God continues to use willing hearts.Key Scriptures1 John 2:12-141 Peter 2:2-52 Corinthians 12:9Psalm 34:8Matthew 28:18-20Key ThoughtSpiritual maturity is a lifelong journey of knowing God's love, living in His strength, growing through His Word, and investing in the next generation so others can follow Christ.

Remember God loves you so much he sent his Son Jesus Christ to take the punishment for your sins. You are of great value. Jesus loves you and He is just a prayer away! This episode includes AI-generated content.

What should the Church do when God moves in extraordinary ways?From camp meetings and conferences to tent revivals and community evangelistic events, God continues to draw people to Himself through powerful moments of revival. We celebrate every person filled with the Holy Ghost, every baptism, every miracle, and every life transformed.But how should followers of Jesus think about these moments through the lens of the mission of the church?In this episode, Kris and Ken discuss the biblical value of mass evangelism, the encouragement and momentum it brings to the Church, and why revival and disciple-making are never competing priorities. Looking to the Book of Acts, they explore how extraordinary moments of revival and the everyday mission of making disciples have always belonged together.Because when revival comes to town, the mission doesn't pause—it moves forward.

What does effective disciple-making look like across different cultures—and what can leaders in the United States learn from what God is doing around the world? In this episode of the No Regrets Leadership Podcast, Albo Esilaba talks with Steven Steinhaus, Regional Director for New Generations in Southeast Asia. Drawing from more than 22 years of missionary service, Steven shares how his understanding of leadership changed from personally filling every leadership gap to identifying, encouraging, and coaching others to lead. Steven discusses: Why disciple making begins before someone comes to faith The difference between counting conversions and developing reproducing disciples Why people in many gospel-unreached cultures may be more spiritually open than Western leaders assume How Discovery Bible Study helps people encounter Scripture without importing unnecessary cultural assumptions Opportunities to engage immigrants and refugees with the gospel Why leaders must allow others to see them faithfully following Jesus Steven also shares stories from Southeast Asia, Chicago, and other parts of the world that demonstrate how simple conversations, visible faith, and an invitation to explore Scripture can open the door to life-changing relationships. His final challenge to leaders is direct: Do not merely tell others how to follow Jesus. Live in a way that allows them to follow your example as you follow Christ. Learn more about No Regrets Men's Ministry and access disciple-making resources: No Regrets Men's Ministry: https://noregretsmen.org Subscribe to the No Regrets Leadership Podcast for practical conversations designed to equip pastors, ministry leaders, and men who want to make disciples who make disciples.

290. The Five Convictions Every Disciple Needs In this episode, I step back from the practicalities of disciple-making to share five convictions that have shaped my own journey of following Jesus. After years of ministry, church leadership, and walking alongside others in faith, these are the truths I keep coming back to.   Support the podcast with a coffee....
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    Rev Dr Cris Rogers is a church leader at allhallowsbow.org.uk and Director of Making Disciples. Chair of the Spring Harvest Planning Group. For more information, check out wearemakingdisciples.com #Heart #Hands #Heart    

Bobby Harrington unpacks research showing that 95% of North American churches lack a Jesus-style disciple-making culture, describing how consumerism, program-driven models, and unclear metrics have produced few reproducible disciples. He also shares encouraging findings: nine Level 5 churches demonstrate that multiplication is possible through seven shared practices—clarity of mission, simple reproducible models, prayer and scripture, relational life-on-life discipleship, clear pathways, mission beyond the walls, and aligned leadership. Stay informed - Get our newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/hPViAr Get Discipleship.org's premium Podcast Feed: https://disciplemakerspodcast.supercast.com/  Check out the following eBooks from Discipleship.org: -- What Is Church? And How Important Is It?  https://discipleship.org/shop/what-is-church-and-how-important-is-it/ -- Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship https://discipleship.org/shop/family-discipleship-blueprint-a-year-by-year-guide-to-family-discipleship/ -- Becoming a Disciple Maker https://discipleship.org/shop/becoming-a-disciple-maker/ -- National Study: The State of Disciple Making Churches: A 10 Minute Visual Guide https://discipleship.org/shop/national-study-the-state-of-disciple-making-churches-a-10-minute-visual-guide/ -- Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women's Ministry in Your Church https://discipleship.org/shop/reaching-discipling-women-a-guide-to-womens-ministry-in-your-church/ Check out the following Books from Discipleship.org: -- Recreated to Be like God: Making Disciples in the Image of Jesus https://a.co/d/6DDvUrC -- King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship https://a.co/d/7d85z6T -- The Disciple Maker's Handbook: Seven Elements of a Discipleship Lifestyle https://a.co/d/4ZHIbQz Take the FREE Disciple Maker Assessment: https://church-multiplication.com/disciplemaker/ Come to the The National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/ Listen - Disciple Maker's Podcast:  https://discipleship.org/resources/podcast/

Psalm 145 is King David's final psalm, and it serves as a powerful roadmap for a life of genuine praise. Blessing God is not about adding to who He is but about acknowledging who He already is. Praise grows naturally when we take time to remember and reflect on what God has done in our lives. God is compassionate, patient, and good to all people, not just those who follow Him. He is outside of time, sovereign over all creation, and our daily provider and sustainer. He is near to those who call on Him with sincerity and integrity. After a lifetime of victories and failures, David's conclusion was not bitterness or regret but praise. We have that same opportunity every single day.Support the show

289. Positive Urban Thoelogy   In this episode, Cris explores why the Bible's story of cities, from Eden to the New Jerusalem, has something to teach every Christian, wherever they live. Looking at key passages from Genesis, Jeremiah, the Gospels, Acts and Revelation, he argues that God's mission has always been rooted in places and communities.   Support the podcast with a coffee....
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    Rev Dr Cris Rogers is a church leader at allhallowsbow.org.uk and Director of Making Disciples. Chair of the Spring Harvest Planning Group. For more information, check out wearemakingdisciples.com #Heart #Hands #Heart    

Because Christ holds all authority, commands every follower to make disciples, and promises His Presence to the end of the age, we are empowered, commissioned, and sustained as Jesus-followers to be disciples and make disciples.

Because Christ holds all authority, commands every follower to make disciples, and promises His Presence to the end of the age, we are empowered, commissioned, and sustained as Jesus-followers to be disciples and make disciples.

This episode features a pre-conference session on organizing your church around disciple making, centered on 2 Timothy 2:2 as a blueprint for multi-generational reproduction. Through real-life stories—from small groups and youth leaders to international churches in Japan—the speaker shows how to spot hungry leaders, invest in people, and build a culture that produces new disciple-makers. Listeners will get practical principles for identifying, training, and releasing faithful followers so the gospel multiplies through ordinary relationships and intentional investment. Stay informed - Get our newsletter:  http://eepurl.com/hPViAr Get Discipleship.org's premium Podcast Feed: https://disciplemakerspodcast.supercast.com/  Check out the following eBooks from Discipleship.org: -- What Is Church? And How Important Is It?  https://discipleship.org/shop/what-is-church-and-how-important-is-it/ -- Family Discipleship Blueprint: A Year-by-Year Guide to Family Discipleship https://discipleship.org/shop/family-discipleship-blueprint-a-year-by-year-guide-to-family-discipleship/ -- Becoming a Disciple Maker https://discipleship.org/shop/becoming-a-disciple-maker/ -- National Study: The State of Disciple Making Churches: A 10 Minute Visual Guide https://discipleship.org/shop/national-study-the-state-of-disciple-making-churches-a-10-minute-visual-guide/ -- Reaching & Discipling Women: A Guide to Women's Ministry in Your Church https://discipleship.org/shop/reaching-discipling-women-a-guide-to-womens-ministry-in-your-church/ Check out the following Books from Discipleship.org: -- Recreated to Be like God: Making Disciples in the Image of Jesus https://a.co/d/6DDvUrC -- King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship https://a.co/d/7d85z6T -- The Disciple Maker's Handbook: Seven Elements of a Discipleship Lifestyle https://a.co/d/4ZHIbQz Take the FREE Disciple Maker Assessment: https://church-multiplication.com/disciplemaker/ Come to the The National Disciple Making Forum: https://discipleship.org/national-disciple-making-forum/ Listen - Disciple Maker's Podcast:  https://discipleship.org/resources/podcast/

In Matthew 28:18-20 Christ says the mission of the church is to go to all people groups and 1) baptize or submerge the people in relationship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and 2) teach the people to do the things Jesus wants them to do. The focus of this sermon is on the responsibility of immersing fellow believers in the presence of fellow believers, especially of believers admonishing one another. The story in Acts 18:24-28 of Aquila and Priscilla taking Apollos aside and explaining “to him the way of God more accurately” is an example of discipling a fellow believer. According to Romans 15:14, ordinary believers are qualified to admonish. To admonish means to warn based on instruction. According to Galatians 6:1-5, admonition requires meekness and willingness to bear another's burden and address “a man overtaken in any trespass.” A trespass is a fault or misstep. A person who is spiritual can restore someone who has committed a trespass. According to I Thess. 5:14-15, different needs require different kinds of admonition. The unruly (insubordinate, undisciplined) should be warned, the fainthearted (timid) should be encouraged, and the weak should be supported. Matthew 18:15-22 says that those who do not receive admonition or discipline after being approached three times should be excommunicated. I Cor. 5 and II Cor. 2 also speak about excommunication and restoration. How can we best approach our responsibility to admonish and receive admonishment? I have observed that in general people do not like to be admonished, and neither do people like to admonish others, which results in the ordained doing most of the admonishing. Amidst these challenges it is important to remember that the level of love, humility, and secure belonging and attachment present in our relationships determines to a large extent how we share and receive admonishment. The post Making Disciples in Christ appeared first on Bethel Mennonite Church - Gladys VA.

288. Why Do We Become Stagnant in Our Faith, and How Do We Change That? In this episode, Cris explores the question: Why do we become stagnant in our faith? Looking at Hebrews 5, John 15 and Philippians 3, he unpacks some of the reasons Christians plateau and what the Bible says about continuing to grow as disciples of Jesus.   Support the podcast with a coffee....
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    Rev Dr Cris Rogers is a church leader at allhallowsbow.org.uk and Director of Making Disciples. Chair of the Spring Harvest Planning Group. For more information, check out wearemakingdisciples.com #Heart #Hands #Heart    

After The War came to Fellowship Baptist Church, Bobby reflects on the joy of watching God use the next generation, especially as his son David recruited teens, helped in the invitation, and personally led several young men to Christ. But the episode moves beyond one exciting week of outreach to a bigger challenge from the Great Commission: every Christian has a next mission. If you have received the gospel, your next step is to grow; and as you grow, God calls you to go help others grow too. Topics Discussed The return of The War under Austin Brownlee's leadership Watching God use young people in evangelism David Bosler recruiting teens and leading several to Christ The follow-up event after The War: “The Next Mission” Matthew 28 and the Great Commission The receiving side of the Great Commission: grow The sending side of the Great Commission: go Baptism as the first step after salvation Surrendering to God's next step in your life Helping others take their next step without pride or condescension Depending on Christ's presence and power to fulfill His mission Key Takeaways Every saved young person has a next step. The first step after salvation is believer's baptism. Christian growth does not stop with one decision; God wants obedience in all things. The Great Commission is not only something you receive, but something you obey. God calls growing Christians to help others grow. You do not have to feel fully prepared before God can use you. Christ's mission requires surrender, but it also comes with His enabling presence. God wants to use you to make a difference in someone else's life. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

287. Interview with the inspirational Samuel Jackson-Reed on worship and discipleship In this week's episode, Cris is joined by worship leader, poet and creative Samuel Jackson-Reed. Together they explore the relationship between worship and discipleship, and how a life of worship shapes us as followers of Jesus. https://www.youtube.com/@samueljacksonreedmusic   Listen to his new single: https://wingsmusic.lnk.to/TheHush   Subscribe to his Substack for poems, short essays and updates: https://samjacksonreed.substack.com     Support the podcast with a coffee....
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    Rev Dr Cris Rogers is a church leader at allhallowsbow.org.uk and Director of Making Disciples. Chair of the Spring Harvest Planning Group. For more information, check out wearemakingdisciples.com #Heart #Hands #Heart    

Spiritual disciplines are a means to grow as disciples of Jesus. Today, we learn about the spiritual disciplines of Bible learning, contemplation and prayer and their value in our spiritual growth.

Spiritual disciplines are a means to grow as disciples of Jesus. Today, we learn about the spiritual disciplines of Bible learning, contemplation and prayer and their value in our spiritual growth.

Jesus Followers Must Meet Jesus' Expectation of His “Great Commission” By Both “Going” and “Making Disciples” MESSAGE SUMMARY: Jesus, in Luke 15:4-7, tells us, through His Parable of The Lost Sheep, the importance to God of our discipleship: “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing. And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and his neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.' Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.".   Immediately before His Ascension into Heaven Jesus told the Apostles and us today, in His Great Commission found in Matthew 28:18-20, that as we go into our communities and into all parts of the world, we are to make disciples: “And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.'”. We must begin, as followers of Jesus, to meet His fundamental expectation for us by both going and making disciples!   TODAY'S PRAYER: Abba Father, I open my clenched fists to surrender everything you have given to me. Reestablish my identity in you — not in my family, my work, my accomplishments, or what others think of me. Cleanse the things in me that are not conformed to your will. By faith I unite my will to yours so that the likeness of Jesus Christ may be formed in me. In his name, amen.         Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 85). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, because I am filled with the Holy Spirit, I will not be controlled by my Anxiety. Rather, I will walk in the Spirit's fruit of Peace. “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” (Galatians 5:22f). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Matthew 28:18-20; Matthew 10:16; Matthew 16:24-28; Psalms 29:1-11.  A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Are You Willing to Speak Up and Share, Publicly, Your Relationship with Jesus”, at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

Church growth is a gift, but it comes with real challenges. In Acts 6, the early church faced a crisis when rapid growth caused some of its most vulnerable members to be overlooked. Rather than slowing down or shutting the doors, the apostles restructured, delegated responsibility, and built a team capable of caring for everyone. The result was not less growth but more. A healthy church grows relationally, not just numerically, and every believer plays a role in making sure no one slips through the cracks. That means connecting with people you do not know yet, interceding for one another, inviting people into your everyday life, and serving where there is a need. Rest is also part of the equation, because sustainable faithfulness matters more than burning out. The mission has not changed: making disciples who carry the presence of Jesus into every area of life.Support the show

286. How can I stay hopeful when everything around me seems to be getting worse? In this week's episode Cris explores the difference between optimism, pessimism and biblical hope. Looking at Romans 15:13, he asks how we can remain hopeful when the world around us feels uncertain or disappointing. Discover why Christian hope is rooted not in circumstances, but in the risen Christ and the promises of God.   Support the podcast with a coffee....
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Calvary Nexus' mission flows from the Great Commandments: to love God supremely, love neighbors as self, and the Great Commission to make disciples (who do likewise). Today, we will learn a process that will allow all of us to engage in this mission and grow in Christ.

Calvary Nexus' mission flows from the Great Commandments: to love God supremely, love neighbors as self, and the Great Commission to make disciples (who do likewise). Today, we will learn a process that will allow all of us to engage in this mission and grow in Christ.

This is the message from our Sunday morning service on 6/07/2026 with Pastor Chet Lowe.

285. Live from Corinth - 1 Corinthians 11 In this episode, Cris is live from Corinth, exploring one of the most debated passages in Paul's letters, 1 Corinthians 11 and the question of women, head coverings, and long hair. Standing in the city where Paul wrote to a church struggling with status and identity, Cris looks at how the culture of ancient Corinth might help us understand what Paul was really saying, and what it means for us today.   Support the podcast with a coffee....
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In this episode, we see Jesus with some last minute instructions for his disciples!

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “Discipleship.” Dr. David Nelms joined us to explain why discipleship is more than listening to the Bible—it means obeying Jesus out of love and helping others grow as we go. David serves as Founder of The Timothy Initiative, a global movement that makes and multiplies disciples, churches, and leaders. We also had Leonard Tanks Jr. join us to share his story of radical transformation and explain how discipleship happens through real-life relationships, surrender, and walking alongside others as they grow in Christ. Leonard is an apologist and emerging theologian based in Cleveland, Ohio, where he serves as the pastor and church planter of Reach City Church. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps:Dr. David Nelms [ 23:24 ]Leonard Tanks Jr. [ 36:00 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Show Notes:: Have you been struggling to find a rhythm with family devotions? Do you often feel unequipped and inadequate to be able to lead. devotional with you family or even being able to stay consistent? How can we overcome some of these obstacles? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Chris and Janeal Fuller discuss with author and speaker Tim Shoemaker about what it could look like to have a hands on devotion that keeps kids of all ages engaged and learning the Gospel. You don't want to miss this conversation.   //Resources Used In This Episode// https://www.timshoemaker.com/   //Other Episode You Might Enjoy// https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/002-is-disney-causing-our-kids-to-walk-away-from-christianity/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/170-being-a-christian-versus-being-a-disciple/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/264-how-discover-the-wonder-of-the-gospel-with-your-kids/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/040-peruvian-missionary-kid-now-a-futbol-missionary-with-joseph-kimberly-frerichs/ https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/039-single-foster-adoptive-mom-of-five-kids-featuring-beth-schneider-of-schneiderladies/   // Helpful Links // https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkchristianpodcast The Christian Standard Bible: https://csbible.com Lifeway Christian Resources: www.lifeway.com Got Questions?: www.gotquestions.org Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://www.crossformedkids.com RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com Twin Valley Coffee:  https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com) Toccoa Coffee:https://toccoacoffee.com Let Them Live: https://letthemlive.org