Lifeschool 172: How to Have the Best Summer on Mission

Summer is here again, yes!  And for many involved in vocational ministry or even a regular part of a small group or missional community, summer is a time for a taking a break from ministry… Don’t do it! Your neighbors and friends are all out looking for fun and relationships this summer.

This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we are gonna show you why and how to take advantage of these summer months to boost your community life and discipleship this fall.

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Lifeschool 171: What is Freedom in Christ and How to Find It

Do you feel like you are truly living in freedom? Is there an ease and “lightness” in your head and heart about your life and relationships?  Is the idea of “freedom in Christ” just a nice sentiment… or does it actually have real implications for our lives today?

This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we talk through the idea of freedom in Christ, what true freedom is, and how one finds and sustains it.

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Lifeschool 170: It’s Time to Redefine the Value of Marriage and Singleness

Should all Christians be married? Although we might quickly respond “no,” our cultural stories and norms―including those in the church―often communicate “yes!”

This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we’re joined by Kutter Callaway, an author and assistant professor of theology and culture. We talk about this and how culture is redefining marriage and singleness… and what this means for those who follow Jesus.

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Lifeschool 169: Why Artists Need to Shape the Identity of the Church

The church was once the premier creator of art and beauty within culture. Christian artists throughout history saw it as their honor, and even their duty, to portray Christ and his Kingdom in ways that spoke to the hearts of people.

This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, Caesar talks to Heath about art, identity, and the importance of letting your true self be known and loved and why artists need to be embraced in our churches. (This is a very special episode!)

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Lifeschool 168: Simple Discipleship Practices Outside the Box

Discipleship is not a series of classes. Discipleship is the process of moving from unbelief to belief in every area of life… It must be done life on life, life in community and life on mission.

This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we talk about a form of discipleship that includes cigars, fireplaces, and an occasional glass of fine spirits. Some of you will LOVE this… some will be freaked!

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Lifeschool 167: How Consumerism is Killing the Church

A new(er) building. The nicer children’s ministry wing. The best preacher. Comfy seats and a great band. Many Christians approach their churches, and their faith, as consumers. Even the term “church shopping” betrays the reality of our spiritual consumerism.

This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we expose and articulate the ways that consumerism is killing the church today. And how you can identify and stop it in your own life and church.

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