In this episode of the Luminous Podcast, we break from our regular content to offer you this collaboration with The Wild Way to help you grow in listening to Jesus. Find a quiet, uninterrupted spot and enjoy experiencing the ancient (yet still relevant!) spiritual practices of Lectio Divina and the Prayer of Examen.

The Wild Way is a spiritual formation movement guided by the statement "Christ formed in you for the sake of others." Visit them at thewildway.ca.

Music by Alex Cristoforetti from Pixabay.

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In this episode of the Luminous Podcast, we continue the conversation on how to listen to Jesus, focusing on recognizing God's voice.

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(00:06) - Recognizing God's Voice

(19:01) - Developing Listening Practices in Spiritual Disciplines

(26:42) - Hearing God Through Availability and Obedience

(31:27) - Learning to Listen to God

Hey everyone, in this episode of the Luminous Podcast, we begin our short series on the Luminous definition of a follower of Jesus: someone who listens to and obeys Jesus in the power of the Holy Spirit. We begin the topic of how to listen to Jesus.

We share personal stories of times we heard from God and how He spoke to us, and explore four key questions related to listening to Jesus:

We discuss the importance of humility in recognizing God's voice and the need to seek confirmation from others and peace within ourselves. We also highlight the various ways in which God speaks to us, including through nature, sermons, scripture, stillness, and circumstances.

Finally, the episode ends with an encouragement for listeners to reflect on how God may have been speaking to them in their daily lives and to pay attention to the different ways in which God communicates with them.

Stay tuned for the next episode where we will delve deeper into recognizing God's voice. Have a great day, and we'll see you in two weeks!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Introduction to the podcast episode
00:05:30 - Personal stories of hearing from God
00:12:04 - Importance of listening to Jesus
00:19:30 - Different ways God speaks in the Bible
00:26:17 - Recognizing God's voice through various means
00:34:02 - Learning to hear God's voice more frequently and accurately

In this episode of the Luminous Podcast, we welcome Tintin and Michelle, a couple who are living out a disciple-making movement (DMM) lifestyle. They discuss their background and journey from traditional church settings to a more simple, organic approach to church and disciple-making.

The discussion continues with the couple sharing their perspective on measuring success in disciple-making, focusing on transformation stories rather than attendance or programs. They emphasize the need for vulnerability and finding identity in joyful obedience.

Tintin and Michelle also address the challenges of integrating disciple-making into their busy lives as full-time working parents. They stress the importance of seeing it as a lifestyle, practicing habits and disciplines even in seasons of failure, and relying on grace.

All this, and more, on the Luminous Podcast!

In this episode of the Luminous Podcast, discover the profound impact of authentic connections and cultural engagement in disciple-making as we recount Derek's journey with Joe, a First Nations man whose story of transformation will inspire you. This episode takes us through an intimate narrative, where initial resistance blossoms into a tale that bridges communities, faith, and cultural traditions. As Derek's ministry weaves into the fabric of a traditional gathering circle, we're reminded of the unpredictable yet faith-driven nature of sharing the gospel, the power of storytelling, and the importance of understanding the contexts we're called to serve.

(00:06) Finding Persons of Peace

(12:56) Transforming Traditional Church Mindset to DMM

(21:30) Authentic Love Leads to Sharing Jesus

(32:42) Embracing Messy Stories With Love

(45:40) Joining Conversational Clubs for Community

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In this episode of the Luminous Podcast, discover the transformative effects of prayerful discipleship and learn how simple acts of faith can spark significant changes in your spiritual journey. We delve into the honest struggles and triumphs of praying for others to know Jesus and candidly share how this practice has fostered a deeper compassion within us.

In this first half of our interview with Derek, we venture through twenty years of embracing disciple-making principles across diverse communities, from Toronto's urban core to remote First Nations territories. Hear about his shift from resource-heavy ministry to a relational faith that resonates with Jesus' teachings. We also confront the internal barriers that often challenge traditional churches in adopting a Disciple Making Movement mindset.

Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that could reshape your approach to ministry and deepen your connection to the divine tapestry of disciple-making.

(00:06) Prayerful Discipleship Journey

We share our experiences with praying for others and how it has shifted our hearts towards them.

(08:38) Journey of Disciple Making Movement

Two decades of ministry journey, from human trafficking to First Nations to a disciple-making approach, leading to a shift from striving to resting.

(18:49) Barriers to Disciple Making

Internal struggles, redefining success, going slow to go fast, laying down old habits, and following Christ's example in disciple-making.

(30:47) Challenges and Shifts in Disciple Making

Prayer's power in disciple-making, shifting from striving to resting in God's plan, challenges for traditional churches, and embracing the missional role in our contexts.

Welcome back, Luminous family. In today's episode we explore the topic of spiritual authority with John Hall from Novo Canada and how it's more than just about confrontations with the spiritual realm. Rather, our authority in Jesus permeates every aspect of our discipleship journey. We tackle the barriers that many of us in North America face, such as skepticism and secularism, and discover how intimacy with God, recognizing our identity as His children, and a matured faith are the keys to walking confidently in the spiritual authority granted to us. Finally, we unpack the concept of spiritual authority from a refreshing angle—focusing on blessing rather than battling.

Time stamps:

(00:06) Spiritual Authority in Disciple Making

(17:39) Overcoming Roadblocks to Spiritual Authority

(28:44) Understanding the Three Elements of Gospel

(36:35) Blessing and Spiritual Authority

In this episode of Luminous Podcast, Nick, Jamie, and Danny delve into how to transition to disciple-making with special guest, John Hall, president of Novo Canada. John shares his journey from leading Mission Central to becoming a follower of Jesus on a different path, focusing on making disciples who make other disciples and the need to move away from the traditional approach of evangelism. The conversation further extends to the importance of building a culture of 'radical discipleship' and the essential qualities of being a 'go-to' person in disciple-making. John also shares his hands-on practical approach to building relationships within his community and the need for authentic conversations in the disciple-making process.

Time stamps:

01:07 Reflections on the Luminous Course

02:06 Fan Mail and Listener Feedback

05:09 Introduction to John Hall

06:50 John Hall's Journey into Disciple-Making Ministry

16:52 Challenges and Celebrations in Disciple Making

22:08 Advice for Legacy Church Members Interested in Disciple Making

24:59 Harnessing the Energy of Enthusiasm

25:28 The Art of Discipleship: Going to the People

25:37 The Power of Simplicity and Reproducibility

26:37 The Discovery Bible Study: A Simple, Reproducible Tool

27:29 Affirming the Principles of Luminous

28:41 Practical Steps to Grow as a Disciple-Maker

28:57 The Importance of Intimacy with Jesus

29:54 Praying for and Engaging with Non-believers

30:25 The Power of Spiritual Conversations

33:00 Connecting with John and Novo Canada

33:57 Reflecting on the Interview and the Journey Ahead

39:46 The Challenge: Praying for Four People

42:50 Looking Forward to the Next Episode

Well, we did it. We made it to the end of season 1, which is connected to the Luminous Training Course.

In this episode of the Luminous Podcast, we join Jamie, Danny, and Nick for a look back at season 1 and the Luminous Training portion of this podcast.

We cover topics like:

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You've heard about Discovery Groups, but how does a Discovery Bible Study actually work in real life?

In this episode of the Luminous Podcast, Jamie, Nick and their friends Christina and Karen do a live version of the DBS on the story of Zacchaeus. One friend has a church background, one does not, and this is the first DBS for both.

We left all the laughter, pauses, hesitations, and awkward moments in the recording so you could have a true experience of how a DBS works!

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