As we wrap up this season of The 10ofThose Podcast, Jonathan and Rob reflect on some of the highlights from conversations with each other and guests, key books that have stayed with them, and lessons they will carry with them as they look ahead to a new season.

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Knowing what to say to comfort a brother or sister going through hard times can be daunting and challenging. Sometimes, we might be tempted to say nothing out of fear of insulting and wounding further. What can we do or say to be a true comfort for others in those times?

In today's episode, Rob and Jonathan are joined by Dave Furman, a pastor and author who has greatly struggled with physical and emotional struggles. They discuss ways to show the love of Christ to those hurting through support and encouragement, and also reflect on the wisdom that people need when helping others in humility and grace.

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To learn more about Dave's book "Being There", please visit either our US or UK based sites.

We're just about two full months into 2024, so it's time to check in on how those bible reading plans are still going!

Jonathan and Rob chat about where their individual journeys are currently at, what they're doing to stay on the path, and reflect on the ways that God has used this season of dedication to uncover areas of growth and joy.

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Throughout scripture, we frequently come across language that describes being united to Christ and the central importance of our relationship with God. But what does that unity actually look like in practice?

In today's episode, Rob and Jonathan are joined by Clive Bowsher to examine the "you will" sayings of Jesus and how they underpin the work God performs in our lives to draw us closer to him in holistic unity.

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To learn more about Clive's book "One", please visit either our US or UK based sites.

In the western world, our view of missions can get pretty rose-tinted. But what does it actually look like to evangelize, whether in our local contexts or in supposedly hostile foreign environments?

In today's episode, Jonathan is joined by missionary and author Mack Stiles to discuss a biblical understanding of mission work, the (sometimes complicated ) calling of a missionary to the field, and why relationship is at the heart of effective evangelism.

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To learn more about Mack's book "The Truth About Lies", please visit either our US or UK based sites.

For more information about the Great Commission Council, click here.

Everyone wants to start out the year strong, but how do you commit to a bible reading plan that will last beyond the first couple weeks?

In the first episode of this new season, Jonathan and Rob talk about the joy of reading the bible daily, how it shapes our mindset in beautiful ways, and how to stick to a plan throughout 2024.

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Christmas should be a time of celebration, reflection, and gratitude, but it is often marked with duty, anxiety, and distraction instead. How can we keep the Gospel message at the centre of our hearts during the festive season? By clinging to Christ.

In the final episode of this season, Jonathan and Rob talk about striving for Godliness in a busy (and perhaps dramatic) season, honouring family, and showing the love of Christ amidst the holiday stresses.

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What does it mean to enjoy God fully? And how do you even go about doing that?

In today's episode, Jonathan and Rob are joined by author Tim Chester to talk through how our enjoyment of the Triune God should shape our every day life, and how we so often miss out on a closer walk with God because of our own misunderstanding of who He is and how He wants to relate to us.

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To learn more about Tim's book "Enjoying God", please visit either our US or UK based sites.

For seasonal outreach resources and ideas, please visit either our US or UK based sites.

We should be excited for church, we should long for and look forward to it all week, but why is it often such a struggle? Whether it's just getting the kids out the door, muddling through a new song nobody seems to know, or having to talk to that person again, we find so many heart-hurdles blocking our joy for church and our church family.

In this episode of the 10ofThose Podcast, Jonathan and Rob talk about their own struggles with church life, rooting ourselves in the transformative joy of Jesus, and how we can be encouraged (and encourage others around us) when it comes around to Sunday again.

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For seasonal outreach resources and ideas, please visit either our US or UK based sites.

What does evangelism look like for you or your church (and not just at Christmas)?

In this episode of the 10ofThose Podcast, Jonathan is joined by pastor Adam Thomas to discuss how church's can use the winter holidays as springboards for evangelism, why we should be on mission year round, and what resources they would especially recommend to reach family, neighbors and friends.

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For seasonal outreach resources and ideas, please visit either our US or UK based sites.