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Getting Started with Discipleship
Jonathan Thiede explores how to start meaningful discipleship relationships when life gets busy, drawing from his own journey with fishing and faith. Learn the three key qualities to look for in a discipleship partner and why pursuing progress over perfection helps you fulfill the Great Commission.
How Discipleship Can Energize Your Spiritual Life (Part 1)
Jonathan Thiede tackles the spiritual boredom that comes from knowing about faith without truly living it, like a tennis fan who's never picked up a racket. Discover how discipleship can transform your spiritual life from passive observation to active growth through relational, goal-oriented, and transformative connections with others.
Contrasting Saul and David: How to Be a Man After God’s Heart
Bryce Vaught explores three key differences between these biblical kings that reveal what it means to reflect God's heart. David's faithful shepherding, spiritual sensitivity, and humble repentance stand in stark contrast to Saul's negligence, spiritual dullness, and pride. Ultimately, David points us to Jesus—the perfect embodiment of God's heart whom we're called to emulate.
The Joys of Middle School Ministry
This heartfelt post reveals how Middle School Ministry transforms both students and leaders, offering a unique opportunity to impact young people during their most formative years through fun, acceptance, and the life-changing message of the Gospel. This inspiring testimony shows why this ministry might be your unexpected calling too.
Ask a Pastor Ep. 102 - Evangelism vs. Discipleship
This episode, Life Stage Pastor, Mike Hatch, sits down with Director of Student Ministry, Russ Brasher, and Director of Young Adult Ministry, Josiah Leuenberger, to have a conversation about the difference between evangelism and discipleship, how to balance pursing both as a christian in your personal life and as a church community, and more!
Mentoring Moments
Mentoring is all about investing in the lives of others. It is intentional discipleship. It was the way of Jesus. As I have spent time studying the life of Jesus in His gospels this summer, I am inspired to share with people what I have learned.