Discipleship involves a personal commitment to sanctification, involvement with a church that preaches and teaches the gospel, and relationship with other people that goes beyond Sunday morning. These relationships are as unique as the individuals involved, but they do must have certain elements present. There are some principles that can guide us in developing healthy … Continue reading Relationships as a Key for Discipleship: Part 9 of a 10 part series on Discipleship
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Understanding the ‘How-to’ of Discipleship: Part 8 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
Over the next three blogs (which will take us to 10) I want for us to explore the ‘How-to’ of discipleship. We have already talked about the necessity of the body of Christ for our continued sanctification; a church that faithfully preaches teaches and ministers the gospel. We have also understood that a disciple of … Continue reading Understanding the ‘How-to’ of Discipleship: Part 8 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
How to Help Others With the Gospel: Part 7 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
The gospel is easy enough to understand in four words - God, Sin, Christ, Response - but is so often neglected when we seek to be disciples of Christ or help others in their discipleship. The gospel is, as Tripp says, our only hope -- “Hope is only to be found in Jesus Christ... In him, lasting, personal change is possible. Any other message encourages false hope.”
Hearing God? – Seminar now on YouTube
What a weekend it was! I am so excited for the turnout we had and for what we were able to accomplish. I delivered about 60% of what I wanted but was ecstatic for the stuff I was able to share. I trust God will use it to correct what has become a popular, though … Continue reading Hearing God? – Seminar now on YouTube
Hearing God? Seminar — UPDATE
I am getting very excited as the days get closer and closer to the "Hearing God?" seminar. We now have a location and more details. See below. Location: Steinbach Bible College Chapel Time: Friday, 7-9 pm; Saturday 9-11 am (Q&A will follow each session) *We will also be videoing the sessions for anybody who cannot … Continue reading Hearing God? Seminar — UPDATE
The Gospel is the Center: Part 6 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
If the problem is sin in the deepest parts of who we are, the solution cannot come from within us. It MUST come from outside of us. The solution to the problem of sin has always been and will always be the gospel.
“Hearing God?”
Does the Bible teach that God is “trying” to speak to each one of us apart from Scripture? (No) In prayer, do we talk to God, then listen as God talks back to us? (No) Does God promise to reveal to each of us his 'will for our life'? (Sort of, but not really) I … Continue reading “Hearing God?”
The Heart as the Focus: Part 5 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
Remember Siegfried and Roy? For my younger readers, probably not. They were big cat trainers who played to sold-out shows in Las Vegas for many, many years. Their show involved various large animals, mostly big cats like lions and tigers. They performed various obedience tricks with these animals, but one particular stunt was the show-stopper; unfortunately, on … Continue reading The Heart as the Focus: Part 5 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
The Problem of Sin: Part 4 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
I hope that by now, three blogs into this series, you have come to an understanding of what a disciple is, why the church and fellow believers are absolutely necessary for discipleship and the many, many benefits of being a disciple Christ. My prayer is that you desire to leave superficial Christianity behind and embrace the … Continue reading The Problem of Sin: Part 4 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
The Benefits of Discipleship: Part 3 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
There are some very real, tangible benefits to being a disciple of Christ (this is primary), and to being part of a discipling relationship (this is secondary) that should motivate you to want to get involved in this type of relationship. Remember, we are talking here about a two-fold relationship: a personal commitment to be … Continue reading The Benefits of Discipleship: Part 3 of a (probably) 10 part series on Discipleship
