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- What do you do with faithful people?on October 28, 2024 at 4:16 pm
Part One of a conversation with Chuck Wood, Jim McKnight and Bob Burton
- Are You Missing Out on the Fullness of the Spirit? With Joey Schwartzon October 28, 2024 at 10:00 am
No need to choose between "bible-focused faith" or "spirit-filled faith;" let's pursue both! Listen in as Joey Schwartz of livefull.org teaches on the Holy Spirit and his power, influence, and gifts in our lives, including a definition of and benefits of prophesy.
- The Motivation for Association – #90on October 27, 2024 at 7:03 pm
ENGLISH / ESPAÑOL Rather Listen? Today, we’ll be looking at the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke to see how Jesus trained His disciples to share the gospel without creating a culture of entitlement or false expectations of material gain. So let’s get started. (Click here to get a copy of the Gospel Sync document) … Continue reading "The Motivation for Association – #90"
- Chapter 7 – Faith in the Face of Deathon October 26, 2024 at 4:11 am
Give ear to my words, O LORD, Consider my groaning. Heed the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to You I pray. Psalm 5:1-2 Attrition The rhythmic thud of pulse fire faded into the distance as Wade’s battered squad took a momentary respite in the bombed out remains of … Continue reading "Chapter 7 – Faith in the Face of Death"
- On the Road Podcast (Moving to Substack)on October 23, 2024 at 6:50 pm
This is a test to move my podcast audio to substack.
- Is Self Care Biblical? With Counselor Kim Dayon October 22, 2024 at 10:00 am
Is self-care worldly and selfish or biblical? Listen in as biblical counselor Kim Day gives a biblical perspective on this topic. Self-care is not just a worldly trend; it is the stewardship of our minds, bodies, and souls, so that we can be and do all that God has for us. We must be poured into in order to pour out. Jim and Kim's Retreat Center: restore23.orgCheck out our website for helpful resources: thecoworkerspodcast.com
- Pheaney is now writing on Substackon October 21, 2024 at 3:42 pm
This is a welcome post to see if I properly transitioned everything from my previous blog and email feed to Substack.
- Chapter 6 – Live Fireon October 19, 2024 at 4:20 am
A time to love and a time to hate; A time for war and a time for peace. Ecclesiastes 3:8 Into The Zoo Wade performed the pre-op ritual ingrained through their training, checking and re-checking his gear with practiced efficiency. Beside him, Alex, his dark eyes betraying no hint of the roiling storm lurking beneath … Continue reading "Chapter 6 – Live Fire"
- Delegation = Maturation – #89on October 15, 2024 at 5:26 pm
ENGLISH / ESPAÑOL Rather Listen? Welcome Back! Today, we’ll be looking at the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke to see how Jesus developed His disciples as leaders by rapidly delegating authority and responsibility. So let’s get started. (Click here to get a copy of the Gospel Sync document) Matthew 10:1-8, Mark 6:7, Luke 9:1–2 … Continue reading "Delegation = Maturation – #89"
- When Evangelism Feels Hard: Overcoming Your Feelings to Share the Good Newson October 14, 2024 at 10:00 am
We all have seasons when sharing the gospel feels hard, and actually, it IS hard! Evangelism is uncomfortable and sacrificial, and often feels harder due to spiritual warfare. The enemy lies to us, to paralyze us with shame, to make us dread evangelism, and to lure us to escape instead of engage people. However, there are many rewards of evangelism, such as being used by God for the salvation of people and the deeper joy of obedience. Listen in as we discuss this topic and share practical steps […]
- Chapter 5 – Proving Groundson October 12, 2024 at 4:53 am
How have the mighty fallen, And the weapons of war perished! 2 Samuel 1:27 Zoo Puppies The approaching night sky was painted an ominous red by the twin suns as they crested the horizon. The wind whipped sand across the desolate landscape, slapping at Wade’s exposed skin. They were doubled timed to the edge of … Continue reading "Chapter 5 – Proving Grounds"
- The Tip of the Spear – #88on October 9, 2024 at 5:48 pm
ENGLISH / ESPAÑOL Rather Listen? Welcome Back! Today, we’ll be looking at the Gospels of Matthew and Mark to see what Jesus thinks about the lack of workers in His harvest. So let’s get started. (Click here to get a copy of the Gospel Sync document) Matthew 9:35–38, Mark 6:6b Jesus went through all the … Continue reading "The Tip of the Spear – #88"
- Chapter 4 – The Tools of Waron October 5, 2024 at 4:55 am
Confessions in the Dark Nightfall brought no respite. Exhausted but unable to sleep, Wade stared up at the bottom of Torres’s bunk. A million questions swirled in his mind. Was he strong enough for this? Would he be able to survive the brutal training, let alone the war that raged beyond the unforgiving surface of … Continue reading "Chapter 4 – The Tools of War"
- Rejected? – #87on October 2, 2024 at 4:02 pm
ENGLISH / ESPAÑOL Rather Listen? Welcome Back! Today, we’ll be looking at the Gospels of Matthew and Mark to see how Jesus responded when He was rejected by His own people. So let’s get started. (Click here to get a copy of the Gospel Sync document) Matthew 13:54–58, Mark 6:1–6a Jesus went on from there … Continue reading "Rejected? – #87"
- Building Leaders for Church Planting: Holistic, Progressive, and Focused on the Hearton September 30, 2024 at 10:00 am
How should we raise up leaders for church planting in pioneer contexts? Leadership development begins with discipleship of the entire church - "everyone gets everything." This discipleship is more than gaining biblical knowledge (though that is important); it is holistic and addresses all of life. This discipleship progressive, and begins with basic discipleship for new believers, and helps believers mature over time. The Lord Jesus and Apostle Paul developed leaders through giving time and […]
- Chapter 3: First Days of Booton September 28, 2024 at 4:55 am
Your eyes saw me when I was formless; all my days were written in Your book and planned before a single one of them began. Psalm 139:16 The Pit The ramp of the landing craft hissed shut, as the weary recruits of the Deep Space Rangers double-timed into Ramsey Station. All eyes were wide as … Continue reading "Chapter 3: First Days of Boot"
- Wet Blanket Leadership – #86on September 24, 2024 at 4:15 pm
ENGLISH / ESPAÑOL Rather Listen? Welcome Back! Today, we’ll be looking at the Gospel of Matthew to see how to avoid being a wet blanket leader. So let’s get started. (Click here to get a copy of the Gospel Sync document) Matthew 9:27-34 As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed Him, crying … Continue reading "Wet Blanket Leadership – #86"
- Wives, Be Subject, Have Gentle and Quiet Spirits, and Call Him Lord: Understanding and Loving 1 Peter 3:1-7on September 23, 2024 at 10:00 am
1 Peter 3:1-7 includes instructions for women that can be difficult to understand, such as be subject, have gentle and quiet spirits, be like Sarah who obeyed Abraham and called him lord, and you are weaker vessels. Listen in as Shanee explains this text, and shares how God warmed her heart to not only tolerate, but see the beauty and honor for women in this text.
- Wives, Be Subject, Have Gentle and Quiet Spirits, and Call Him Lord: Understanding and Loving 1 Peter 3:1-7 (Part 2)on September 23, 2024 at 10:00 am
1 Peter 3:1-7 includes instructions for women that can be difficult to understand, such as be subject, have gentle and quiet spirits, be like Sarah who obeyed Abraham and called him lord, and you are weaker vessels. Listen in as Shanee explains this text, and shares how God warmed her heart to not only tolerate, but see the beauty and honor for women in this text.
- With the Great Crowd in the Presence of the Lamb (Jesse's Sermon on Rev. 7:9-10 at The Village Church)on September 16, 2024 at 10:00 am
What will it be like to be a part of that "vast multitude that no one can number from every nation, tribe, people, and language," gathered around the throne worshipping the Lord Jesus Christ? Listen in as Jesse recently preached on Rev. 7:9-10 at The Village Church, and be encouraged that every sacrifice you make to fulfill God's vision will be worth it!