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Tuesday Jun 02, 2020
Tuesday Jun 02, 2020
The year 2020 has been a rollercoaster ride for most of us across America. From the Covid19 pandemic, to nationwide rioting in the streets, to UFO sightings and Killer Hornets, there have been many situations this year that have the potential to cause us to experience an emotional reaction or two. Jim Putman and Lance Wigton are back again to discuss how we, as disciples of Jesus, ought to be responding to the events going on around us, and how our response might effect others. Some of the things they cover in this episode are: How are we filtering the things we listen to? How easily are our belief systems being challenged by the voices of the world? Are there people out there with an agenda that are promoting divisiveness or fear? If so how are we responding to that? Is it right for us to protest against something that is wrong? Take a step back and ask yourself, what would Jesus say is right here? How would he have me act? "You can't protest injustice by creating more injustice" Jim Putman You can't protest injustice by creating more injustice #discipleshipClick To Tweet You can watch the sermon on the Holy Spirit (Cultivate) that is referred to in this podcast on YouTube at this link: https://bit.ly/Cultivate2 You might also be interested in the following posts:
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Wednesday Jan 08, 2020
Wednesday Jan 08, 2020
Spiritual Maturity is the destination of the road we travel as disciples of Jesus, and a person growing in spiritual maturity needs to develop the ability to control his emotions. Jesus' method of Relational Discipleship is hinged on our ability to make and maintain relationships. When we allow ourselves to be controlled and steered by our emotions, it is inviting opportunities for our relationships to be strained and offences to build. Real Life Ministries is currently in a sermon series titled "You're Not The Boss Of Me - Learning to say no to the emotions that control you." I kicked it off with the first sermon - Undercover Boss - last weekend. I never seem to have the time to unwrap all the things I want to say during the time allotted for the sermon. Because this is such an important topic, I decided to dig into it deeper on our Real Life Discipleship Podcast. Let me know what you think!
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Thursday Jan 02, 2020
Thursday Jan 02, 2020
Bill Hull, host of The Bonhoeffer Show Podcast, interviews Jim Putman about his story - and how a National championship wrestler who had turned his back on God, became a world wide disciple making leader- "The Bonhoeffer Show is a no holds barred interaction around religion, culture and politics. The shows purpose is to call every listener to follow Jesus and learn from him how to live their lives. Bill confronts the listener not with a sanitized Christianity separated from the reality of everyday life. He wades into the dangerous waters of religion, culture, and politics." This podcast was originally posted here: https://thebonhoefferproject.com/thebonhoeffershow You may also be interested in the following posts: A Beginners Guide For How To Study The Bible (Plus Small Group Study!) What Is A Disciple? -The Real Life Discipleship Podcast – Episode #002 Six Habits Of An Effective Disciple Maker
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
Tuesday Dec 17, 2019
Patrick Annotti talks with Jim Putman about being ready to give an answer or defense for why we believe Jesus is the son of God. We should be confident not only in who God is, but in how we might articulate that to others. You can't use the Bible against somebody who doesn't believe the Bible is true. #discipleshipClick To Tweet Click below to download the transcript of this podcast: Can You Defend Your Faith? Podcast Ep 22 You may also be interested in the following posts: Recommended Resources for Disciple Makers Why Believe: Are You Arming Your Kids To Take A Stand For Jesus?
Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
In this podcast, Jim Putman and Lance Wigton talk about God's original purpose for tithes and offerings, and why it is important to His Church and His people. "That's why God's design for the churches was that they met together in the temple courts and there was preaching. And then they met together house to house and they did life together. And so they were supporting each other – learning from one another – modeling for one another – doing life together – both in the learning and the living – and that's God's method for the church. And so many people, they want to create a church around their own image instead of saying – you know what – no more 'buts' - I am going to follow Christ – I will do what Jesus asked – I'm going to do what He said. And there is such a blessing in all of that. And so many people want to create a church around their own image instead of saying – you know what - I am going to follow Christ – I will do what Jesus asked – I'm going to do what He said. And there is such a blessing in all of that. #discipleship Click To Tweet You can download the transcript to follow along by clicking the link below. Ever Wonder Why The Pass The Bucket? RLD Podcast Ep 21 Transcript You may also be interested in the following posts: When it Comes to Discipleship – Small Groups are the Vehicle, not the Destination Is a Big Church a Bad Thing? Podcast Do You Know How To Engage and Connect with the Next Generation? Do you know what DOESN’T work? Podcast
Friday Oct 25, 2019
Friday Oct 25, 2019
In this podcast, Jim Putman talks with Lance Wigton about how he utilizes books both for self-study and to coach the people he is discipling. Some of the things they cover are: The Bible is the primary text, but should we use other books when discipling others? Why we need to be seeking out growth in all the spheres of life. How do I choose a book to study? How can I teach someone else to study a book?
Wednesday Oct 09, 2019
Wednesday Oct 09, 2019
Real Life Ministries Benevolence Pastor Rex Lettua joins us once again to share some tips for improving our listening skills. Rex comes with a background of years of experience working with our Benevolence team, training them to serve the hundreds of people that they interact with weekly through our Community Assistance, Financial Ministry, and Food Room programs. In this podcast, Rex shares some best practices for listening that he draws out of the life of Jesus - Jesus’s understanding came from listening: to his heavenly Father and people he interacted with. He listened, asked questions, listened to the answers, this created conversation. Jesus was curious, he wanted to learn more. Relationship and understanding was his priority. "Although God has given most ears to hear, we all had to learn to listen. When we become followers of Jesus, as his disciples we start a journey of instruction. An important component of loving God and loving others is listening." When we become followers of Jesus, as his disciples we start a journey of instruction. An important component of loving God and loving others is listening.Click To Tweet You can download the transcript of this podcast below: How to improve your listening skills Ep19 If you enjoy listening to the Real Life Discipleship Podcast be sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform so you don't miss an episode!
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
Tuesday Sep 10, 2019
In this weeks podcast Lance Wigton - Communications Director at Real Life Ministries, interviews guest Gabe Cleave - College and Young Adult Pastor at Real Life Ministries, on the topic of the Next Generation. Lance is asking the question: What are some effective ways an older generation can connect with the Next Gen? Some of the things they cover are: What is the age range of Millennials, Gen X and Gen Z? What are some of the characteristics of these generations? How has technology impacted them? What are some effective ways to connect with them? What are some ineffective ways to connect with them? "The problem isn't misunderstanding, the problem is when we lack the DESIRE to understand." The problem isn't misunderstanding, the problem is when we lack the DESIRE to understand. #nextgen Click To Tweet "We need all generations throughout the church to have a voice, to be able to speak to the issues at hand, and to have a place to play. They are not the "Next Generation" they are the NOW Generation!" We need all generations throughout the church to have a voice, to be able to speak to the issues at hand, and to have a place to play. #nextgen Click To Tweet You may also be interested in the following posts: What Is Happening To Make So Many Young Adults Leave The Church Today? Why Believe: Are You Arming Your Kids To Take A Stand For Jesus? How Can You Keep Your Child Safe Online? Learn To Utilize Tech-Wise Parenting (Podcast + Workbook) Click below to download the show notes: How to connect with the Next Gen Notes
Tuesday Aug 06, 2019
Tuesday Aug 06, 2019
In this episode of The Real Life Discipleship Podcast - Jim Putman answers the question "Do you think a church can be too big?" This is a topic that comes up often in Real Life Ministries North Idaho location, and Jim shares his perspective as pastor of what would be considered a megachurch. God's job isn't to make us comfortable - He's going to challenge us to go out and walk on water... #discipleship #leadership Click To Tweet
Friday Jul 12, 2019
Friday Jul 12, 2019
In this episode of The Real Life Discipleship Podcast, Lance Wigton talks with Real Life Staff members, and husband and wife - Chris and Sara Short. Chris has worked with Children's Ministry for 15 years, and Sara is on the Women's Discipleship Team. This powerhouse couple brings dedicated research and personal wisdom to the topic of the Online Community and how to manage it confidently with your children. It can be a very dangerous area - and the Short's share some structure and good practices that they have set into place to protect their family. Click below to download the pdf of their accompanying work book! Tech Wise Parenting If you find this podcast informative and helpful, be sure to share it with family and friends! You may also be interested in the following posts: What Is Happening To Make So Many Young Adults Leave The Church Today? How Does Discipleship Work In A Digital World? Six Habits Of An Effective Disciple Maker