This podcast is about real people on a journey of becoming real disciples of Jesus. We go through biblical examples and truths to see what Jesus is really all about, how He really sees us, what He wants from us, and what real discipleship looks like. We are excited to dive in with you! "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you" - James 4:8
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Episode 14 - Season 1 Final Episode - Equipped and Sent!
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34:16In this episode we explore what it means to be 'equipped and sent out with the full backing and authority of the sender' (definition of the Greek word Apostello). What does this mean, and how can we be a part of this? Let's find out together and talk about being transformed, and what it means to be led by and filled with the Holy Spirit. You don't …
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Episode 13 - God is in the restoration business!
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29:18God forgives and restores us. Learn from his talk with Peter after the resurrection where he restored Peter, replaced his painful memory with a new one, and renewed Peter's call to serve God. He will do the same for you and me! Look for Discipleship Hub with Pastor Shawn and Family Foundations on Facebook for more…
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Episode 12 - When all hope seems lost, it isn't. God wins!
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35:44I want this episode to be an encouragement that no matter what your circumstances are, God is in control. How can you reconcile terrible things you may be facing with God winning? Let's talk about that today. You are in good company if this is you. Jesus understands, and the disciples understood what you are facing. This episode dives right in and …
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Episode 11 - The servant heart of a disciple
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31:42As an overflow of holiness, God calls us to serve. Serving is not only important, but the natural overflow of being like and being with Jesus. We want to be like Jesus as his disciples, and he served. Humbly. With excellence. Too many times, however, we get burned out and even used and abused by those in charge. How do we find the heart of Jesus wh…
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Episode 10 - God's Operating System: Grace!
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36:05In part 2 of exploring God's Holiness, we are looking at Forgiveness, and Grace as God's operating system. Thank God that He has grace, and that He genuinely, wholeheartedly forgives us. So how do we not just receive it, but make this part of our lives as well. And do I really have to forgive someone if the literally, actually hurt me? Let's explor…
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In this episode we are talking about what holiness is all about, and of course we know that God is love, but there are other characteristics that describe part of His Holiness, and He wants these qualities in our lives as well. As disciples we need to know God and make Him known, and we are learning a little more about two main aspects of His chara…
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Disciples are Hope Dealers. This world needs hope, and Jesus is the only way to have true, genuine hope - starting now. We can do this by reflecting and revealing the heart of Jesus to all who are struggling and seeking. May the GOD OF HOPE fill you with all JOY AND PEACE as you TRUST in Him that you may OVERFLOW with HOPE through the power of the …
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In this episode we digest a lot of John chapter 6, where a couple different things happened. A lot of disciples left Jesus when it got real and personal, but also Peter said one of my favorite lines in the Bible that I hope exemplifies my heart, and I hope it describes your heart as well. You and I are committed to something more than anything else…
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Do we just pray religious prayers, or prayers of world changing Jesus followers? The prayers God wants to hear are heartfelt, confident (through Jesus), aligned with His will, and thus world changing! Answer the question, "What is the point of my prayers?" and see how we align our hearts with God's heart. Let's dive in together! Look for Disciplesh…
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It's time to hear from God and step out and follow Him! You are ready. Even if you don't feel ready, you are ready because the one who calls you is faithful to speak to you, lead you, and empower you! In this episode we learn from Peter and some others about what it looks like to dive in and take that step of faith. Let's dive in and do this togeth…
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If He's called you to it, then do it! In this episode we finish the discussion about hearing from God, knowing His voice, and then stepping out in faith. Hear about some powerful testimonies that will ignite your faith into action. You are ready because He is powerful! Look for Discipleship Hub with Pastor Shawn and Family Foundations on Facebook f…
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Jesus paid the price and makes His heart and desire known in the Bible. He sets the parameters, and He paid the price for our salvation. But it is our response to Jesus that defines our relationship with Him. Let's see how Peter, Isaiah, Moses and others responded to Jesus and set the trajectory of their lives in His mighty, awesome and loving hand…
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Using Peter as an example, we examine what it means to be called by God, and how it relates to episode 1, how God really sees us. Look for Discipleship Hub with Pastor Shawn and Family Foundations on Facebook for moreBy Shawn Walstad
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Episode 1 - Becoming a disciple of Jesus. How God sees us
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31:52This episode examines the truth about how God sees us, and introduces the premise, the promise, and the practice of discipleship. We apply the good news of Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 139, and Ephesians 2:10 (among other scriptures) to show how God sees us, what He promises to us, and how He wants to partner with us. Dive in with us, be refreshed, and allo…
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