The Exiles Podcast

In this episode Andrew answers a series of questions regarding this years Southern Baptist Convention. He answers questions about guidepost, the report, the definition of the pastor, and other things you may have missed at this years convention.

Over the past 2 weeks Austin and Andrew have defined fasting and discussed its purpose in the grand scheme of God’s plan. On this weeks episode of the Exiles Podcast we discuss how to fast by looking at Jesus instructions and Israel’s example found in scripture.

In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss the purpose of fasting as an essential spiritual discipline of the faith. This is the second part of this topic with more practical tools to come.

“Fasting is the most feared and most misunderstood of all the spiritual disciplines.” Nonetheless, it is one that every Christian should commit to practicing regularly. In this episode Austin and Andrew begin a mini-series on fasting by defining what fasting is and what it isn’t.

Five Minute Friday is a special episode where Harrison, a member/intern at First Baptist Cleveland, looks at the mission of the church throughout her history from a gospel centered point of view! In this episode Harrison tells the story of Missionary Raymond Llull.

A court opinion proposing Roe v Wade and Casey v Planned Parenthood was leaked earlier this month on May 2, 2022. As disciples of Christ what should we know? How should we think? And what can we do to see this come true? Austin and Andrew seek to provide some clarity to each of these questions. Check it out, share it with your friends, and rate our episodes so others can tune into our weekly conve...

It is time to give away a New Study Bible! Not only are we announcing the winner of our giveaway; Austin and Andrew are also discussing their last topic of prayer. In this weeks episode we discuss habits of prayer that you may add to your daily rhythms of life. Check it out, share it with your friends, and rate our episodes so others can tune into our weekly conversations of discipleship.

Prayer journaling may sound odd but it is actually a very natural and appropriate way to spend time in prayer. In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss some of the ways you can use journaling to strengthen your time in prayer.

It’s GIVEAWAY TIME! In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss putting a plan to prayer life as a means to grow as disciples in Christ. Prayer teaches us about God so that we can approach Him with confidence in our request. For more information on our give away follow us on Facebook and Instagram and listen to this episode for more instructions.

Prayer can sometimes be difficult, especially when we do not have the words to say. In this episode, Austin and Andrew discuss how we can use scripture to inform us on how to pray to God.

Listening to the word preached and/or taught is a valuable and necessary tool for our growth in Christ. In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss their favorite pastors to listen to and other resources you can use to increase your Bible intake.

Scripture memorization is a joyful and intentional time of spiritual disciplines in the life of a believer. In this episode Austin and Andrew talk through some ways we can go about memorizing scripture as well as why it is important for us to start today. Links to resources below: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verses-bible-memory/id939461663 https://scripturememory.com/downloadables/andrewdavis.pd...

Whatever discipleship relationship you are in you will find the Word of God must be central. In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss using the Bible study methods as a tool to help you grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus.

Over the next few weeks Austin and Andrew are going to talk through tools to use for discipleship. In this episode we look at different ways to use a bible reading plan as a tool to grow in your relationship with Christ.

Today is our first mailbox episode! A mailbox episode is when we take one or more of your questions and we answer them on the podcast! Todays episode we answer one question on the role of Deacon and Elders sent in by— Andy Stanley??

*To skip banter fast forward to 4:30* In this podcast Austin and Andrew give a brief update on their bible reading plans. The primary focus of this episode is spent on thinking through and planning your discipleship relationship.

On this episode Austin and Andrew discuss how to find someone to disciple. What might it look like for you to disciple someone new in your context? How can you go about beginning that relationship? All that and more in this episode.

*to skip banter fast fwd to 3:40 mark* In this episode Andrew talks about a weird podcast he listens too and Austin catches him in the act. Most importantly they answer the question of how you can find someone to disciple you if you are currently not being discipled.

On this episode Andrew defines the term disciple making. It is the wedding of discipleship and evangelism. It is reaching the lost and maturing the saved. It’s intentionally entering into someone’s life to help them know and follow Jesus and teach them to obey His commands.

Discipleship is not as broad as some may like it to be. Discipleship is intentionally equipping believers with the Word of God empowered by the Holy Spirit with the anticipation of replicating more disciples of Jesus. The question is, are you in a discipleship relationship?

Five Minute Friday is a new segment where Harrison, a member/intern at First Baptist Cleveland, will look at the mission of the church throughout her history from a gospel centered point of view! In this episode Harrison tells the story of one of the more famous 21st century American Missionaries, Jim Elliot. Jim Elliot once stated, “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cann...

*to skip banter fast forward too 3:30* In this episode Austin and Andrew talk about Lost Pizza, arcade games, and most importantly define and discuss what a disciple of Christ is. Committed to Jesus. Transformed by Jesus. Accomplishing the mission of Jesus.

It’s a new year! In this episode Austin and Andrew share their Bible study plans for 2022. Books they look forward to reading and new episodes coming to the Exiles Podcast in 2022!

We all have goals to be better in 2022. Some of you may be wanting to read more or find a cool podcast to listen to in the new year. Well, in our final episode of 2021 Andrew and Austin provide a few of their favorite podcast and books from this past year. If you are listening be sure to check these resources out.

The fourth week of Advent—peace! Peace on earth is peace experienced in and through the person and work of Jesus Christ. As believers we seek to live peacefully with all people. We we pursue peace then we find our rest and identity in the Prince of Peace, Jesus.