Forward by Faith

We believe that there are four foundational pillars of the Christian life, and when taken together, are essential to experiencing the fullness of living as a disciple. Over the next four weeks we'll explore these four pillars and how they help to shape us as followers of Jesus. Today, we look at the first one: Gather.

CLASSIC REPLAY EPISODE 22: Over the past few weeks we've been unpacking our model of discipleship we call "DNA", looking at how disciples of Jesus strive dwell in Christ ("D") and nurture relationships ("N"). Today we see that disciples who Dwell in Christ gladly obey Jesus' voice. 

CLASSIC REPLAY EPISODE 21: Over the past few weeks we've been unpacking our model of discipleship we call "DNA", looking at how disciples of Jesus strive dwell in Christ ("D") and nurture relationships ("N"). Today we see that disciples who Dwell in Christ engage in spiritual disciplines that help to nourish their faith.

CLASSIC REPLAY EPISODE 20: Over the past few weeks we've been unpacking our model of discipleship we call "DNA", looking at how disciples of Jesus strive dwell in Christ ("D") and nurture relationships ("N"). Today we see that disciples who Dwell in Christ are rooted in their new identity in Christ. We make the affirmation: "I am new in Christ."

CLASSIC REPLAY EPISODE 45: Over the past few weeks we've been unpacking our model of discipleship we call "DNA", looking at how disciples of Jesus strive dwell in Christ ("D") and nurture relationships ("N"). Today we see that disciples also advance the gospel ("A") by sharing their stories, giving generously of their lives, and partnering with others on God's mission.

CLASSIC REPLAY EPISODE 44: As we continue looking at our model of discipleship we call "DNA", we look again in the gospel of John where Jesus says, "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another" (John 13:34-35). In the context of loving one another like Christ, disciples of Jesus seek to build relationships built on initiative, truth and grace. This is the "N" in our DNA – what we call "nurturing relationships."

CLASSIC REPLAY: Jesus says in John 8:31-32 that if you are truly one of his disciples you will “hold onto” or “abide” or “dwell” in his teachings and those teachings will set you free. In light of this truth, we discuss what we call “identity-based discipleship” that begins with knowing our true identity in Christ, which motivates us to be in proximity to Christ. In proximity to him, we hear his voice, we know what he wants us to do, and out of love for him, we obey. We call this “dwelling” in Christ.

We come to the end of our brief series on the Apostles' Creed! This creed is a confession of faith, a doctrinal statement, a summary of theology, and an act of worship. We've been exploring this creed and the implications it has on our lives as we seek to be disciples who make disciples.

We're on part 9 of our brief series on the Apostles' Creed. This creed is a confession of faith, a doctrinal statement, a summary of theology, and an act of worship. We've been exploring this creed and the implications it has on our lives as we seek to be disciples who make disciples.

We are continuing our series on the Apostles' Creed, working bit by bit through this powerful confession of the Christian faith. This week we consider the phrase in the Creed, "the forgiveness of sins." What does this mean, and what are the implications for disciples of Jesus?