Sojourn in Faith

What if the parable of the Prodigal Son needs a new name? It seems we tend to focus on him because we see ourselves in him, but it seems this focus is sometimes misplaced. What if the main character is actually the Father whose grace defies conventional and rational understanding?

When we hear the word discipleship, we might immediately think about a preacher, an elder, a Bible class teacher, or some kind of formal ministry program. But what if discipleship doesn't have to start with a church program? What if it starts with you? What if the person sitting next to you on Sunday morning is waiting for someone to invite them into a deeper walk with Jesus?

Today, we're looking at five practical ways ordinary church members can help foster discipleship in their congregation, because the church doesn't become a community of disciples simply because someone puts discipleship on the calendar.

What is the goal for the Disciple of Jesus? And how can we know we are heading in the right direction? Many believers either aren't sure or are aiming at the wrong goal.

Join Chris as he talks about the goal disciples should pursue and the evidence that they are on the right path.

Discipleship involves learning, but it doesn't stop at learning. It leads to obedience, transformation, and multiplication.

Today, we're looking at five pitfalls that can prevent us from becoming the disciples Jesus calls us to be.

And here's the challenge: Don't just think about which of these describes other Christians. Ask yourself which one might be holding you back.

The One-Step Discipleship Challenge

Choose one action to complete this week.

• Apply — Put one biblical lesson into practice.
• Connect — Have one intentional spiritual conversation.
• Obey — Take a step you have been postponing.
• Sacrifice — Choose faithfulness over convenience once.
• Invest — Help one person grow in their faith.

What if becoming a Christian isn't primarily about learning a new set of beliefs? What if it's about learning a new way to live? Let's discuss it in this week's episode as we wrap up our look at beginning to follow Christ.

Baptism’s role in the life of the disciple seems to be one of the most hotly contested topics among followers of Christ. Is it a requirement, the point of regeneration, just a good idea, or merely symbolic? Let’s hash it out together on today's episode.

What is the core message in repentance? How do we live it out as Christ's disciples? We will also discuss the biggest obstacles to living out our repentance.

Why does confession matter? Lets take some time and talk about every disciple's superpower of confession and how it can help you live a more disciplined life.

Do you believe? What does it mean to believe? What is the nature of belief? Today we talk about 2 things that look like belief but fall short, and then we examine the belief God is after.

Hearing seems like a straightforward concept. I have to hear the gospel to follow Jesus. What if it is more? Hearing is a richly deep topic that goes beyond the initial hearing of the gospel of Christ and remains a key piece of the disciple's life for the whole journey.