4 Values for a Disciple-Making Church
Many churches claim that they value making disciples but rarely do we find members who can communicate what that means. What are some helpful values to direct this emphasis?…
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The Church That Won’t Stay Inside
1 Thessalonians 1:8-10 – If God is doing work inside a church, those who are outside should truly feel the effects of it. As we wait for the return of Christ, we should be the type of disciples unwilling to keep Kingdom activity within the walls of a church building.…
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You Will Figure Out What You Want to Figure Out
Following Jesus is full of numerous challenging endeavors that leave many people armed with fragile excuses. You will figure out what you want to figure out, so do you want to figure out how to follow Jesus or not?…
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Distinctive Discipleship
If every Christian is in a unique place surrounded by specific challenges, why do we think that a widespread approach will work for every single one of us? Let me help you design a personal plan for spiritual maturity.…
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52-Week Bible Reading Plan
The 52-Week Bible Reading Plan is developed by Michael Coley and has a unique structure. For those who struggle reading through some of the more challenging sections of Scripture, this plan guides you through a different genre every day.…
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Sequential Steps
One of the things I think we do poorly in ministry contexts is motivating people to change without giving them clear steps to improve. When it comes to discipleship, people need more than abstract concepts; they need sequential steps.…
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Missing Mentors
For all the resources at our disposal, the one thing we are missing is intentional mentors discipling us. The best content in the world can never replace a person walking alongside us.…
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One Size Fits None
One size doesn’t fit all; one size fits one. Jesus knew that. He practiced it. He was developing the entire ragtag group of disciples, but he was employing distinctive approaches with each one.…
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Patient Progress
As we minister to people, we quickly realize that growth rarely happens overnight. If we are in the work of discipleship, we must be committed to exhibiting patient progress.…
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How to Evaluate Your Spiritual Progress
An honest review over the last few years would reveal how much progress you have actually made. Sure, you will have moments of failures along the way, but are you trending towards more holiness or complacently settled into further unholiness?…
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Justification, Sanctification, & Glorification (And What It Actually Means for You)
I want to teach you three terms that will help you understand where you are spiritually and what that means for your personal discipleship. Justification is the declaration of holiness, sanctification is the process of holiness, and glorification is the completion of holiness.…
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The Narrow Road & the Two Ditches
Upon the road of Christianity, there are two dangers – one on each side. If not careful, you could fall into either one of these ditches and get yourself into serious spiritual trouble.…
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