Welcome the Humble Disciple podcast where we engage in conversations around what it means to be a humble disciple of Jesus. Each week, we explore different aspects of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus.
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Love others by inviting them to experience a deeper relationship with Jesus. See John 1:35-37, 43 Jesus invites us to follow Him. The questions are – do I believe Jesus is worth following, will I choose to follow Him, and what do I need to give up to follow Him? Invite them to: Jesus Church Small group Dgroup Pray…
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Therefore encourage one another and build each other up as you are already doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Levels of Encouragement 1Facial – smile, wink, raise eye brows TTouch – handshake, pat on back, squeeze shoulder 3General – you are doing a good job 4Specific – you are doing a good job of working with the Youth, I heard one brag on how you were t…
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Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another. Proverbs 27:17 "A lot of people have gone further than they thought they could because someone else thought they could." - Zig Ziglar Mentors are people who share their wisdom to provide insight and guidance as a person encounters challenges along their journey. · Give advice (their journey, what th…
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Discipleship groups or Dgroups are in my opinion the best way to develop disciples in an organied way.By John Grigsby
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honor the Messiah as Lord in your hearts. Always be ready to give a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you. However, do this with gentleness and respect, 1 Peter 3:15-16 How do you share Jesus? Share what you know. Tell how He has blessed you! Tell about scripture you just read and understood! Tell about how He bles…
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Hypocrites The word hypocrite came into English from the Greek word hypokrites, which means "an actor" or "a stage player." It refers to any person who was wearing a figurative mask and pretending to be someone or something they were not. To me, honoring someone is to put their wants and needs ahead of mine or to show respect toward others with the…
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Love Others with Letters and Social Media
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What if we sent people we love a letter of encouragement? Would that make them feel loved? Send truth from the Bible andsomething from your heart as encouragement to others engage with me at blackberrywisdom.comBy John Grigsby
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Proverbs 17:17 Philia - unconditional love in which you have shared interestsBy John Grigsby
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E13 Love others by Fellowshipping at church Koinonia – fellowship / participation with Holy Spirit: Phil 2:1-2 Church: Acts 2:42 Worship Bible teaching in Small Groups Prayer Evangelism Serving – in and out of church Giving EatingBy John Grigsby
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E12 Love God by Obeying God Humble: I want to be obedient to God Jesus said, "If you love me, you will keep my commandments" (John 14:15). "This is the love of God, that we keep his commandments" (1 John 5:3). How do we know what He commanded? Read His Bible! Obey God in the small things Small things are things that belong to you – gifts, talents, …
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E11 Love God by Bragging on God Humble: I want to tell others about God But it is from Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who became God-given wisdom for us — our righteousness, sanctification, and redemption, in order that, as it is written: The one who boasts must boast in the Lord. 1 Corinthians 1:30-31 Jeremiah 9:23-24 Brag on God with your Fami…
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Love God by Tithing in Church Humble: I want to be obedient to God Leviticus 27:30 first born of livestock or 1/10 of the land product belongs to God Establishing the humility that we give the best and/or a portion of our income to God Numbers 18:26 Levites (priests) were given 1/10 of what Israel provided (paid to keep up synagogue and the preache…
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To Contribute Ephesians 3:7-12 We should not look to get something from church, but to contribute to the church. Consumer Contributor Consumers are spectators. Contributors are participants. Consumers see themselves as cisterns to store truth. Contributors see themselves as channels to share blessings. A consumer comes to "sit and get." A contribut…
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Love God through our Posture of Worshiping God
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E8 Loves God by our Posture of Worshiping God Humble: I want to glorify God properly with my body Our Physical Posture Bowing – Psalm 95:6 Prostrate or falling down - Luke 17:16 Standing – Psalm 119:120 Dancing – Psalm 149:3 Walking and jumping - Acts 3:8 Voice Speaking – Psalm 34:1 Shouting and Singing – Psalm 100 Our Hands Playing Instruments – P…
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E7 Love God by being a Member of, and regularly attending and serving in a local church Humble: I need to be a part of His body Bride of Christ Ephesians 522-30 To Contribute We should not look to get something from church, but to contribute to the church. True- blessings will follow when you give to God! Time | Talents | Money (cooperation) | Reso…
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Loving God by reading the Bible: Humbly say I want to know more about you God By Reading the Bible we learn more about God Reveals God's Character and Nature: The Bible serves as a divine revelation of God's character, nature, and attributes. Through its pages, we encounter God's love, mercy, justice, wisdom, and faithfulness. By studying the Bible…
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Prayer is communication with God – 2 way conversation is communication – not one way Pray continually! Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Prioritize time for prayer 4 steps to develop a habit of prayer 1. Make a plan for your prayer time o Prayer list o…
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This most important episode details how to be a believer in Jesus. Reality of sin: Romans 3:23 says that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Humble yourself to know you need a Savior: Romans 6:23 says that the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. With unforgiven sins we are headed for …
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To be a Student of Jesus we should consider the following: Be a student for life Embrace a learning mindset The Role of disciplines in discipleshipBy John Grigsby
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This is the introductory episode of the Humble Disciple podcast!By John Grigsby
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