Discipleology Podcast

Discipleology Podcast

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Discipleology Podcast episodes

  • Discipleology – Season 3, Episode 3: Happiness

    It seems that a lot of the world today is seeking happiness. We’re looking everywhere for it. Psalm 144 says “Happy are the people whose God is the LORD.” Proverbs 3 says “Happy is the man finds wisdom and acquires understanding.” There seems to be a lot of happiness in the bible around suffering?? How […]

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    25 min
  • Discipleology – Season 3, Episode 2: Community

    The beginning of community starts with living in unity with one another. Andrew, Chris, and Mary discuss how to develop better community, practical tips to live with our “one anothers,” and even a free eBook giveaway!

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    21 min
  • Discipleology – Season 3, Episode 1: Discipleship

    We should start at the very beginning, a very good place to start. To be a disciple is to become like someone. What is discipleship? How and when should we disciple others, and when should we be a disciple? Andrew, Mary, and Chris take a deep dive into the world of biblical discipleship.

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    0 min
  • Discipleology – Fear & Anxiety with Chip Dodd

    The world worships health, wealth, safety, and prosperity. We need to acknowledge what we’re afraid of. We are afraid in many ways that God isn’t enough. We are afraid of what’s always happened to others, but now it’s happening to us. We are afraid. Learn, prepare, and live out what God says. We discussed how […]

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    34 min
  • EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Holy Vocabulary – Session 2
    Date: March 8, 2020
    Lost
    The Point: Without Christ, we are hopelessly lost.
    Get Into the Study
    Use the following current event and discussion question as an optional introduction and Question 1.
    Recently there were almost 2,000 people quarantined on a cruise ship in Hong Kong due to suspicions about an outbreak of the coronavirus. The passengers were held for their own safety and the safety of others. If you think about it, they must have felt lost. Here they were sitting on ship, unable to go on excursions, or explore all the places they had in mind for vacation.
    However, these passengers weren’t really lost, there was a purpose for the quarantine. The purpose was to diagnose those who were sick so they could be given medicine and then to be able to let other passengers go once they knew they were clear of the virus.
    Ask, “When have you felt lost, but later saw the purpose for what had happened?” Allow time for responses. Then ask, “How did you feel while being “lost” and what emotion did you experience when you eventually saw the purpose?”
    Dr. Beth Masters is currently working as a hospital chaplain where she engages with families, patients, and hospital staff during critical life moments. She has a Ph.D. in Christian Education from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary where she teaches Collegiate Ministry. Beth loves young adults, baking, and coffee.
    Get Into the Study [Additional Option]
    Use the following optional activity as you introduce today’s session.
    In advance, gather and bring a boomerang or an image of a boomerang. Click here for an image. Also, click here for a video of a boomerang being thrown. Follow the instructions on page 35 of the Young Adult Leader Guide to lead this discussion with your Bible study group.
    This idea supports the teaching plan found in the Young Adult Leader Guide.
    Study the Bibly
    Use the following story in your discussion as a lead-in to Question 5 in the Luke 15:20-24 section.
    Insider recently reported the story of a spontaneous baby shower that took place in the middle of the air. Caren and Dustin Moore were flying home with their newly adopted baby, when a flight attendant learned of the adoption. The flight attendant made an announcement over the cabin speakers encouraging the passengers to write congratulatory notes to the new parents. The notes, which were later compiled in an album, were written on Southwest beverage napkins and included words of encouragement and advice.
    Baby showers are one way we celebrate new life, a new member of the family. But it is unusual for strangers to join in the celebration. When someone turns to God, we are seeing a new life and new member of our church family. How much greater should our celebration be over an eternal addition to the family?
    Nikki Wilbanks grew up in Tennessee before heading to California to study literature at Pepperdine University. After graduation, she enjoyed a decade-long career as a commercial real estate appraiser and investor. Having returned to Tennessee with her husband, she is now thrilled to be a stay-at-home mom, writer, and Bible study teacher.
    Live It Out [Additional Option]
    Use the following optional activity as you close today’s session.
    In advance, use an internet search to find a news story of someone who was lost, prompting a wide search, and then was found.
    20 min
  • EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Holy Vocabulary – Session 1
    Date: March 1, 2020
    Holy
    The Point: God is distinct from and above absolutely everything else.
    Get Into the Study
    Valentine’s Day has just come and gone, and it is a day many people celebrate those they love. Some people go to dinner and a movie, maybe they send flowers, and chocolates are a big crowd pleaser too. However, why do we choose to celebrate on that day? Historically, the holiday was named after a few martyrs who were persecuted for marrying couples. Later, when courtly love grew, the holiday was a time to declare romantic love for someone. More recently, it has become commercialized and about the gifts, yet it is still a day to celebrate love, romantic love or friendship love through Galentine’s Day.
    Ask: “Who celebrated, called, or appreciated this Valentine’s Day and why they are special and unique to you? Why are they one of a kind?”
    Allow time for responses. Highlight the phrase “one of a kind” that we often use to describe someone we love. Explain that today’s session will focus on the the only One who is totally unique and unlike anything other being in all of creation: God.
    Dr. Beth Masters is currently working as a hospital chaplain where she engages with families, patients, and hospital staff during critical life moments. She has a Ph.D. in Christian Education from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary where she teaches Collegiate Ministry. Beth loves young adults, baking, and coffee.
    Get Into the Study [Option]
    Use the following optional activity as you introduce today’s session.
    In advance, download the video of 50 examples of Robin’s holy catchphrases. Click here for the video. Follow the instructions on page 25 of the Young Adult Leader Guide to lead a discussion with your Bible study group.
    This idea supports the teaching plan found in the Young Adult Leader Guide.
    Get Into the Study [Option]
    Use the following optional activity after you introduce “The Point” of today’s session and just before your opening prayer.
    In advance, prepare to play the traditional hymn “Holy, Holy, Holy!” by Reginald Heber, or a similar arrangement by a contemporary group. Enlist someone to lead members in singing about the holiness of God. After singing, invite short prayers of praise.
    This idea supports the teaching plan found in the Adult Leader Guide.
    Study the Bible [Option]
    Use the following optional activity after you study the first portion of Scripture from the PSG.
    Show some images of stars in our galaxy, contrasted with the size of our galaxy and others. You can also create a slideshow on your computer using various pictures of stars to further demonstrate the distinct majesty of God. Make the point that God is without equal as our Creator.
    This idea supports the teaching plan found in the Adult Leader Guide.
    Study the Bible [Option]
    Provide copies of three images that are taken up close. (Click here for images.) Or show the images as slides in a Powerpoint display. Be sure and download the picture of what the images actually are.  Also download
    18 min

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Discipleology is a new podcast devoted to helping people walk the path of discipleship. Join hosts Michael Kelley and Andrew Hudson as they explore the theology, science, and real-world best practice…