Into the Harvest

Abigail and Andrew describe how discipleship and accountability change as we get older. They discuss how to continue growing in your faith and how to avoid stagnation as the years pass, and they touch on why older mentors are rare as you enter the second half of life. Our listener question for today's show is: "How does your time spent with God change when you are going through a trial?" In Faith...

Dave Perry has over 40 years experience making disciples. On today's show Andrew has a conversation with him about how he came to faith, what he's learned over the years about making disciples, and what keeps him motivated to finish strong as a follower of Jesus. --------------------------------------- Subscribe to Andrew's weekly Disciple Notes blog! Original Release Date: 4/21/2022 Want to sugge...

Abigail and Andrew describe traits you should look for in someone you want to learn from and be discipled by. Our listener question for today's show is: "Is it possible to labor in vain? And if so, how do you avoid it?" For our Faith & Culture segment we discuss Will Smith and the slap heard round the world. Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Chapter...

On today's show Abigail sits down with her friend Tina Wood to discuss the incredible events that led to a real life miracle for Tina. From the truly fascinating tale of literal blindness to actual sight they dig into how such miracles can impact our lives as believers and help us better reach the lost. And they cover how easy it is to forget the incredible things God does and how we can make ways...

Abigail and Andrew talk about principles of Christian community, including the challenges (and benefits) of bearing one another's burdens. Our listener question for today's show is: "Do we over-spiritualize the will of God?" For our Faith & Culture segment we discuss the situation in Ukraine and how we're trying to think and respond to it. Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jan...

Does God really care about our individual path and plans in life? What are some principles and practices that can help you discover his will? Andrew sits down with John Snyder to discuss finding and following the will of God. They discuss this topic from Scripture and their own experiences and lessons learned. --------------------------------------- Subscribe to Andrew's weekly Disciple Notes blog...

Abigail interviews Andrew about why he's shifting to bivocational work and how it fits with our mission of moving into the harvest. Our listener question for today's show is: "Does effort/consistency equal spiritual growth?" For our Faith & Culture segment we talk about what faithful discipleship looks like in the age of the metaverse. Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrew...

On today's show Abigail sits down with her friend Rachel Castlen to discuss the concept of multiplication and reaching the world with the Gospel—or at the very least their neighborhood! They discuss first steps in reaching your neighbors, give examples from their own lives, and share what makes Rachel send Abigail 25 texts in one night. Links for this episode: Rachel’s vision with math:  https://y...

Andrew and Abi share their thoughts on the church as we start 2022: ⏵What trends do we see locally and beyond? ⏵What new challenges do we see on the horizon? ⏵How are we trying to meet those challenges? ⏵Are we optimistic or pessimistic about the church in 2022? Our listener question for today's show is: "What are some best ways to stay encouraged and focused on disciple-making?" We end with book...

Andrew and Abi explain why giving God thanks is so important and share a few things they are grateful for in 2021. 🙏 The listener question today is: "What's going on with Andrew's hair? Is he observing a Nazarite vow?" 😂 In Faith & Culture, they have a conversation about the busyness of life during the holidays and ways you can slow down as we approach this time of year. Advent Day 1: https://yo...

Andrew and Abi share some of their mistakes made and lessons learned in 2021 when it comes to discipleship and disciple making. They also answer a listener question: "How do you approach other believers that are affirming of homosexuality or even out?" In Faith & Culture, they discuss the recent Dave Chappelle Netflix special, the surprising reaction it has generated among many Christians, and the...

When is your job done as a disciple-maker? How do you know when someone you've been discipling is ready to leave the nest? That's our main topic on today's show. Andrew and Abi also answer a listener question: "Do miracles, signs and wonders still happen today? Or did they only happen in Bible times?" And in our Faith & Culture segment, they share their experiences so far with COVID-19 and their t...

Main Topic: What are some of the differences between discipling someone short-term versus long-term? Andrew and Abigail share lessons learned and best practices from their own experience passing on the faith. [Timestamp 10:28] Listener Question: "What are your thoughts on celebrating Halloween with your kids and trick or treating? Is it an evil holiday?" [Timestamp 1:15] Faith & Culture: Andrew an...

Main Topic: All of us have limited time and energy. So did Jesus! Who should you disciple and how do you decide? [Timestamp 11:25] Listener Question: "Should all believers be able to heal and cast out demons? Some ministries view it as critical to reaching the lost with the gospel and living as the church the Lord has called us to be. What are your thoughts on this?" [Timestamp 2:19] Faith & Cultu...

Worship is a word we're all familiar with, but what does it mean to worship? What are the principles and practices revealed in the Bible? That's our discussion on today's show. Andrew and Abigail also answer a listener question: "As a new believer, should I make a testimony or focus first on growing in my faith? If I should make a testimony, can I get pointers on how to do it?" In Faith & Culture,...

How can you be sure you know the true gospel message? That's our main topic on today's show. Andrew and Abigail also answer a listener question: "How can you believe in a perfect, holy god when modern scholars revise the Bible over and over again?" In our Faith & Culture segment they explain what the movie Frozen reveals about discipleship challenges in modern times. ******************** Want to g...

What’s the secret to abiding in Christ? How do you reconnect with him if you’ve drifted? Andrew and Abi discuss. They also share their thoughts on the unfolding events in Afghanistan, and answer a listener question, “How do you know when you’re ready to disciple someone?” Help Us Multiply the Mission Subscribe and rate us […] The post #109 – Abiding In Christ appeared first on Into the Harvest

Join Andrew and Jon for a discussion on how to become more confident in sharing your faith. Originally posted on the Trumpet Call podcast. Help Us Multiply the Mission Subscribe and rate us on iTunes Share this podcast on Facebook If you believe in what we’re doing and want to help us reach a wider […] The post #108 – Becoming More Confident With Your Faith appeared first on Into the Harvest

Our topic on today’s show is the Timothy Principle and how it plays into the mission Jesus has given us to make disciples of all nations. Our listener question is about whether churches should be making their services cooler and more trendy in an effort to be more relevant to the culture. In our Faith […] The post #107 – The Timothy Principle appeared first on Into the Harvest

How do you max out the invitation God has given you to “draw near” to him? That’s what the team discuses on this episode of the show. We also answer a listener question on whether the United States was founded as a Christian nation by God, and address how believers should navigate Pride month in […] The post #106 – Maxing Out With God appeared first on Into the Harvest

The team explores the question, “In what ways are we supposed to imitate Christ in our modern lives?” Then we address what it means to be a mature disciple of Jesus and how to avoid losing the fire and becoming stagnant over time. In this week’s faith and culture segment we share our thoughts on […] The post #105 – What Are the Marks of Maturity for a Disciple of Jesus? appeared first on Into the...

Abigail and Lakeith answer a listener question on how to be a witness to your co-workers. Then, our main topic deals with how to avoid losing the fire and focus of faith in the decade of your 30s when life becomes especially hectic. Related: Don’t Let the 30s Sideline You They wrap up the show […] The post #104 – How To Avoid Getting Sidelined in Your 30s appeared first on Into the Harvest

In this episode, the team responds to a listener question on how to keep things focused when you’re discipling someone over a longer period of time. Then, our main topic outlines how to address questions and issues young believers are interested in while still pointing them to the deeper themes and principles of faith. Finally, […] The post #103 – The 80/20 Principle of Disciple-Making appeared fi...

How to help your children follow Jesus, Judging as Christians, and celebrity Christians are the juicy topics we discuss in this episode! Help Us Multiply the Mission Please subscribe Leave a rating and review us on iTunes Share this podcast on Facebook Become a monthly supporter at https://www.intotheharvest.org/donate/ We are a nonprofit ministry and donations help us create and share our content...

When should you rebuke someone? What lessons has the church learned this past year, and Who is telling the story in today's culture? are all topics the team discusses in this show. Help Us Multiply the Mission Please subscribe Leave a rating and review us on iTunes Share this podcast on Facebook Become a monthly supporter at https://www.intotheharvest.org/donate/ We are a nonprofit ministry and do...