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Rekindling the Fire

Jim Leffel

2 Timothy 1:1-7

The apostle Paul encourages Timothy in his effort to lead the church in Ephesus by reminding him of the gift of Christ's forgiveness, and the God-given abilities to accomplish His purposes. By not neglecting these gifts and moving forward, Christians can cultivate genuine spiritual excitement and vitality. Includes information from "Spiritual Leadership" by Oswald Sanders.

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2 Timothy 1:1-72 Tim 1:1-7 2Tim 1:1-7By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 09/18/2011The apostle Paul encourages Timothy in his effort to lead the...

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Insights on Coaching Leaders from the Pastoral Epistles

Scott Risley

2 Timothy 1:14

We can glean many insights from the Pastoral Epistles into coaching leaders. Ministry coaches are not consultants, counselors or middle managers, but their mission is to help others learn how to serve God effectively. One insight we learn is that there is a relational component involved in these letters, but still ministry advice dominates. There is also both a mix of explicit instructions and general principles as well as both character and ministry advice. Combining these insights as well as focusing on fostering independence can lead to more effective ministry coaching.

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1 Timothy 1:18-18, 1 Timothy 5:4-16, 1 Timothy 4:7-161 Tim 1:18-18,1 Tim 5:4-16,1 Tim 4:7-16 1Tim 1:18-18, 1Tim 5:4-16, 1Tim 4:7-16By Sco...

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Intro to the Xenos Home Group Model

Phil Franck

Acts 2:46

Xenos' structure is centered around small Bible study groups called home churches. This model is Biblically based. The New Testament gives multiple examples of the early church operating "house to house." Countless New Testament principles such as the "one another" passages also indicate that the church must provide smaller group settings where relationships can grow between members so that they will be able to discover and meet one another's needs. Home church leaders should be developed before selection and then selected on the basis of character, knowledge, relationships, and ministry. Leaders should have four areas of focus: 1) their own growth in God's grace, love, and sanctification, 2) outreach to non-Christians, 3) Biblical community, and 4) discipleship. This teaching discusses a typical home church schedule and meeting format. Evangelism is often a weakness in adult home churches, for a variety of reasons. But it is also a vital part of a healthy home church's ministry. Evangelism can be done in two ways - "come and see" stepping stone events, where the lost are invited into Christian community to experience fellowship, and "go and be" evangelism, where Christians go out into the secular community to witness. Several examples of these types of events are given. This teaching also plays a video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMyTMTmJU6E) in order to comically show how shallow some small groups can be. The remedy to shallow community is discipleship. The product of successful discipleship is multiplication on both an individual and home church level.\r\n

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Acts 2:46-46Acts 2:46-46 Acts 2:46-46By Phil Franck Teaching Date: 07/21/2011Xenos' structure is centered around small Bible study groups...

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Discipleship

Jess Lowery

Luke 10:1-18

If we prescribe to God's command to make disciples, we will see lives transformed and growth in the church through multiplication. Entering into a personal discipleship relationship with someone takes commitment to investment, prayer, friendship building, casting visions, and understanding our role and God's role.

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John 13:34-35, John 15:8-8, Matthew 16:24-26John 13:34-35,John 15:8-8,Matt 16:24-26 John 13:34-35, John 15:8-8, Matt 16:24-26By Jess Lowe...

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Jesus' Departure

Dennis McCallum

Matthew 28:18-20

Jesus gives his last instructions to his disciples before he leaves to be with the father. Known as the Great Commission, these commands from Jesus are about going outward to make disciples of Christ, and involves teaching others about Jesus' instruction. The basis for this instruction is that all authority belongs to Jesus and that he promises to be with his followers always. This is the natural response for people forgiven by God through Jesus, as His plan involves all people knowing about the forgiveness He offers through Jesus. This practice is largely ignored in the church, but is of central importance to God's plan in human history.

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Matthew 28:18-20Matt 28:18-20 Matt 28:18-20By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 06/30/2011Jesus gives his last instructions to his disciples...

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Now What?

Scott Risley

Matthew 28:16-20

After Jesus resurrected from the dead, He met with the disciple and commissioned them to send them out into the whole world to continue the mission He started. He came to seek and save those who are lost. As the Father sent Him, He likewise sends the disciples to go and make disciples, baptize them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, and teach them everything Jesus had taught them. Just as the disciples were commissioned, so is every Christian called to follow their example.

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Matthew 28:16-20Matt 28:16-20 Matt 28:16-20By Scott Risley Teaching Date: 06/27/2011After Jesus resurrected from the dead, He met with th...

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Three Important Questions

Dennis McCallum

Matthew 16:1-27

Through his interactions with the Pharisees and his disciples, Jesus brings up three major questions that are worth answering. The first question that comes up is who people think Jesus really is. Peter responds that he is the son of God, and Jesus promises that he will build his church to which nothing will overpower it, not even Satan. The second question concerns the call of discipleship, and if people are willing to follow Jesus' radical call of self-sacrifice. The last question concerns the cost of not following after Jesus, which is the forfeiture of one's own soul as Jesus will ultimately judge people according to their deeds. People must make a clear decision on what they think about Jesus.

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Matthew 16:1-27Matt 16:1-27 Matt 16:1-27By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 12/09/2010Through his interactions with the Pharisees and his d...

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The Two Most Important Decisions You'll Ever Make

Scott Risley

Matthew 16:1-24

Every person alive will need to decide who they believe Jesus is. Their eternal destiny depends upon this decision. The second decision, if one believes Jesus is the Son of God, is whether or not you will follow Him. There is no cost to you to receive salvation but there is a cost to follow Jesus. The best part of the Christian life is reserved for those who go all the way. Can you afford to not follow Him?

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Matthew 16:1-24Matt 16:1-24 Matt 16:1-24By Scott Risley Teaching Date: 12/06/2010Every person alive will need to decide who they believe ...

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An Unlikely Disciple

Scott Risley

Matthew 9:9-34

When Jesus calls Matthew the tax collector to follow Him, Matthew gets up and follows Him and throws a big party for Jesus and His disciples. Even after seeing all the miracles Jesus has performed so far, the Pharisees object to Jesus eating with tax collectors and sinners. Jesus responds by saying it was not the healthy that need a a doctor but the sick and then continues to do miracles. Then the Pharisees accuse Him of preforming miracles by the power of Satan. The miracles validated Jesus as the Messiah but the Pharisees could not see it.

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Matthew 9:9-34Matt 9:9-34 Matt 9:9-34By Scott Risley Teaching Date: 09/23/2010When Jesus calls Matthew the tax collector to follow Him, M...

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