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Doable Discipleship

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Deepen your friendship with God through informative conversation and personal spiritual disciplines. Each episode focuses on a different topic and how we can approach it from a spiritual growth perspective. Whether it's talking about relationships, the Bible, prayer, cultural issues, anxiety, or anything else related to your life, this podcast looks at how we can live as disciples of Jesus. Episodes feature conversations with authors, professors, or pastors. Brought to you by Saddleback Church. Hosted by Jason Wieland.

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E98 Easter Special Part 2: Betrayal, Trials, and Crucifixion 09.04.2019 30:24

This is part two of a special three-part dramatic reading of the Easter story. For complete show notes, click HERE

BONUS: 100th Episode Announcement! 04.04.2019 4:07

Be a part of our special 100th episode by emailing maturity@saddleback.com! Write us a short message—no more than a paragraph—sharing a spiritual insight that you have gained recently. What has God taught you in last few days, weeks, or months that others could benefit from? Email us and we will share what you’ve learned on Episode 100! NOTE: Be sure to use the subject line “Doable Discipleship” w...

E97: Easter Special Part 1: From the Upper Room to Gethsemane 02.04.2019 25:28

This is part one of a special three-part dramatic reading of the Easter story. In this episode, you’ll be immersed in Jesus’ last supper with his disciples as well as his moments of anguished prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. For complete show notes, click HERE

E96 No Excuses: Following Jesus No Matter Where You Are 26.03.2019 42:08

There are no excuses. You can be a follower of Jesus no matter what context you find yourself in. In this episode, you will find encouragement, inspiration and hope. You can encounter God in what might appear to be the most unlikely of places, even the most desperate moments of life. For complete show notes, click HERE

E95 Joy in Suffering 20.03.2019 24:46

Have you ever thought about some of the distinctive ways you can invest in and influence a young disciples’ lives? If you are a parent of a high school student or know a high school student or you are one, then this episode will talk about some of the unique aspects of discipling that young person in your life. For complete show notes, click HERE

E94 Training Young Disciples 12.03.2019 42:59

Have you ever thought about some of the distinctive ways you can invest in and influence a young disciple’s life? If you are a parent of a high school student or know a high school student or you are one, then this episode will talk about some of the unique aspects of discipling that young person in your life. For complete show notes, click HERE

E93 What Neuroscience Can Teach Us About Spiritual Formation 05.03.2019 59:33

Today we’re continuing with a second conversation with Ken Baugh. Listen as Ken explains how brain science can help us understand our own emotional and spiritual health. For complete show notes, click HERE

E92 The Emotional Life of the Disciple 26.02.2019 52:17

In this Doable episode we talk about the importance of emotional health as it relates to your discipleship journey and your walk with Jesus. We discuss how these two realms relate and how you can improve not only your own emotional health but see God’s perspective on shame, your life, culture, pain experiences and more. For complete show notes, click HERE

E91 The Least Will Be Greatest 19.02.2019 39:14

Jesus turned many of his listeners’ beliefs on their heads by challenging their preconceived notions. One point that he made sure to drive home is that in the Kingdom of God, the last will be first and the first will be last; that many of those we think of as greatest, will actually be the least in the Kingdom and many who seem like the least now, will be the greatest then. For complete show notes...

E90 The Kingdom of God is for Everyone 12.02.2019 26:31

Who is invited to enter the Kingdom of God? Jesus’ teaching answers this question and we’ll be spending today’s episode discussing one parable that illustrates his point beautifully: The Parable of the Banquet. For complete show notes, click HERE

E89 The Kingdom of Heaven Comes First 05.02.2019 42:03

There are lots of things in life that can attract our attention. We devote our time, resources, and focus to all sorts of stuff—some good and some not so good. In this episode, we’re looking at a few parables from Jesus that illustrate another key theme from his teaching: The Kingdom of Heaven Comes First. For complete show notes, click HERE

E88 The Lord Looks at the Heart 29.01.2019 39:03

"... The LORD doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." —1 Samuel 16:7 Today we’re going to look at a couple of short parables that illustrate another major theme of Jesus’ teaching: that the Lord looks at the heart. For complete show notes, click HERE

E87 The Lord Desires Obedience 22.01.2019 28:37

In this episode you’ll learn about another key theme from the parables of Jesus: The Lord Desires Obedience. God is not looking for superficial devotion. He is looking for obedience that comes from the heart. Anyone who wants to be a disciple of Jesus must be willing to surrender every area of life to God. For complete show notes, click HERE

E86 The Seriousness of God 15.01.2019 39:24

God is our gentle and loving father but there are some things that God takes very seriously. In this episode, Jason and Doug discuss the parable of the unforgiving servant and discover a few of the things that God does not tolerate. For complete show notes, click HERE

E85 The Lord is Merciful and Gracious 08.01.2019 30:17

In this episode Doug and Jason discuss the first of seven key themes from the parables of Jesus: The Lord is Merciful and Gracious. Get ready to hear the Parable of the Lost Son (Prodigal Son) in a whole new light. For complete show notes, click HERE

E84 The Power of the Parable 01.01.2019 32:26

Parables were Jesus’ number one teaching tool. In this episode, Doug and Jason kick off a brand new series that will help you understand parables and apply them to your life! For complete show notes, click HERE

E83 Merry Christmas! 25.12.2018 2:35

Merry Christmas from the Saddleback Church Spiritual Maturity Team! Join us on Jan 1 for a brand new series on the parables of Jesus.

E82 Christmas Special Part 2: Arrival of the Newborn King 23.12.2018 20:18

On this week's episode, delve deep into the Christmas story as we go through the biblical account of the birth of Jesus. Buddy Owens does a dramatic reading of the Gospel accounts of the first Christmas. For complete show notes, click HERE

E81 Christmas Special Part 1: The Mighty Savior Foretold 11.12.2018 22:20

E80 How Well Do You Know the Christmas Story? 04.12.2018 21:39

It's Christmas time! How well do you know the biblical account of the birth of Jesus? Test your knowledge on this week's episode! For complete show notes, click HERE

E79 Parenting and Discipleship with Kurt Johnston 27.11.2018 53:31

Kurt Johnston goes into the resources SaddlebackParents.com has to help your parenting. For complete show notes, click HERE

E78 The Simple Life 20.11.2018 39:28

Are you running on empty? The rat race has only one fate for you- unfulfilled and spent. How do you live the Simple Life? A life of rest, walking with God. For complete show notes, click HERE

E77 Biblical Conflict Resolution Part 2 13.11.2018 38:42

This is the second part in a two part series on Biblical Conflict Resolution. For complete show notes, click HERE

E76 Biblical Conflict Resolution Part 1 06.11.2018 52:21

The first part of a two part series on what the bible has to say on conflict resolution. For complete show notes, click HERE

E75 Cinema as Devotion with Chris Tomlinson 30.10.2018 41:40

Christians are called to be in the world, but not of it. With the prominence of media, specifically movies, in our culture- how do we navigate the waters and allow us to still hear God’s voice in cinema? This week, Chris Tomlinson talks about techniques to allow the contemplation of cinema, rather than just consuming it. For complete show notes, click HERE