Making Disciples Naturally

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Don Davis, President of TUMI with World Impact, shares the ministry of TUMI and how discipleship best occurs in the context in a body of believers in the local church. He also shares some of the practical aspects of the seminary training offered by TUMI and how it is very flexible and useful for many different churches. Part 2 of 6. The Urban Ministry Institute Kansas Navigato...

Send us Fan Mail In this first of six episodes, Dr. Don Davis, President of The Urban Ministry Institute (TUMI) shares his vision of reaching the urban poor, including those in prison, for Christ. The goal of TUMI is to multiple pastors and lay leaders with seminary training, even for those without the skills to read. TUMI has been multiplying workers in the most dangerous fields for 25 years. The...

Send us Fan Mail Eternal life is all about knowing God more intimately. Dr. Spann shares insights into this truth in this fifth of five episodes. In addition he shares some of the ways he meditates on Scripture and the resources he uses. Complete notes from this session can be downloaded here. Other resources: Trusting God by Jerry Bridges Meditation by Jim Downing Westminster Pulpit (G. Campbell...

Send us Fan Mail It is so difficult to relinquish control of our lives, yet in order to really obtain all that the Lord may have for us, He asks us to do just that. Dr. Richard Spann shares a personal experience that helped him understand that better. Complete notes from this session can be downloaded here. Other resources: Westminster Pulpit (G. Campbell Morgan) Kansas Communities Ministry Websit...

Send us Fan Mail God tells Abram in Genesis 15:1 that He is Abram's shield and reward. Can that principle be applied today? Rather than looking at God being our reward as a selfish thing, Dr. Spann encourages us to see that He is our significance and security and we can love others because of His being our Reward. Complete notes from this session can be downloaded here. Other resources: Westm...

Send us Fan Mail Our tendency is at times to run ahead of God's timing in our zeal and enthusiasm to serve Him or to lag behind as He wants us to move ahead when we are reluctant. There is a balance and Dr. Spann shares some practical insights into keeping in step with God. Complete notes from this session can be downloaded here. Other resources: Westminster Pulpit (G. Campbell Morgan) Kansas...

Send us Fan Mail The Bible in Genesis 15:1 states that Enoch walked with God? What does that mean and does it even apply to us today. Dr. Richard Spann shares his thoughts on the meaning of walking with God. Complete notes from this session can be downloaded here. Other resources: Westminster Pulpit (G. Campbell Morgan) Kansas Communities Ministry Website Note: The opinions expressed on this podca...

Send us Fan Mail Does discipleship and spiritual growth occur in large groups? Small groups? One-on-one relationships? Yes to all. However, there is a critical component that is available only in individual relationships. Bill Mowry shares the importance of individual relationships. He then shares about the resources available to churches and pastors who want to invest more deeply in the spiritual...

Send us Fan Mail Is it better to "go with the flow" and not be very "directional" when it comes to helping someone grow spiritually? Or should I follow a pre-determined plan? Bill Mowry, senior Navigator staff helps us balance these two competing approaches, both of which have positive aspects. Bill Mowry, Senior Navigator staff and author of "Ways of the Alongsider"...

Send us Fan Mail The principle of selection: How to discern who to help grow spiritually. We look for folks who are available and demonstrate faithfulness in things of the Lord.  Bill Mowry, Senior Navigator staff and author of "Ways of the Alongsider" shares practical insights into how God uses ordinary people in extraordinary ways to serve Him. Resources: Bill's website: alongside...

Send us Fan Mail We all have different pictures hanging in our minds as to what a disciplemaker is. Is it someone who has the gift of teaching in front of a large class? Is it limited to professional clergy? Is it complex? Bill Mowry, Senior Navigator staff and author of "Ways of the Alongsider" helps us understand that a more reasonable "picture" of a disciplemaker is simply s...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes we think that we must make rather artificial relationships in order to reach people. And sometimes He does call us to that. However, more often God has placed us exactly where He wants us, in your particular family, work or school situation, in order to use you where you are planted. Bill Mowry, Senior Navigator staff and author of "Ways of the Alongsider" shar...

Send us Fan Mail We conclude our interview with Eddie Broussard, International Vice President with the Navigators, as we learn some practical aspects about disciplemaking. He helps us see that it is vitally important to be a growing disciple , always attached to Jesus and His Word, in order to make disciples. Eddie then ends with a prayer, particularly for those who are suffering during this time....

Send us Fan Mail Jesus teaches us in John 15 that He is the true vine and we are the branches. He tells His disciples to "abide" in Him. But what does "abiding" really mean? Eddie Broussard, International Vice President of the Navigators, helps us understand that even thought Jesus is in heaven right now, he still wants us to stay connected to Him. In addition, if Jesus is the...

Send us Fan Mail While Eddie Broussard was ministering in Moscow, all the things that he had depended upon were taken away from him. However, in the midst of this trying time, God had an object lesson for him -- St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow. The beauty of that space spoke to him of the beauty of God Himself. He was able to get his eyes on Jesus, the great High Priest who enters directly in...

Send us Fan Mail Eddie relates his experience in Russia with the Co-mission movement when God knocked all the props out from under him. God leads us into the desert times of our lives to help us see Him better and to be transformed more into His image. Eddie's book: Beauty in the Desert The Navigators Note: The opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessaril...

Send us Fan Mail Eddie's desire to go into the medical field was changed by God who miraculously orchestrated the events in Eddie's life. However, God redeemed his dreams and has used Eddie in powerful ways throughout his career and ministry. Eddie's book: Beauty in the Desert The Navigators Note: The opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessaril...

Send us Fan Mail Despite the Covid 19 pandemic, international ministry goes on. Eddie Broussard serves on the International Executive Team of The Navigators with responsibilities for the Eurasia and Latin America ministries. He is enthusiastic about knowing God personally and also helping others do the same. He shares insights into ministry in other parts of the world as God's Word is not cha...

Send us Fan Mail In this last episode with Mark Oelze, we learn about some outstanding resources available for implementing the PLEDGE concepts in all areas of our lives. Contact information for Mark's ministry: Pledgetalk Book: The Pledge of a Lifetime Note: The opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of The Navigators (c) or th...

Send us Fan Mail Mr. Mark Oelze shares with us how the PLEDGE approach is very applicable (and critical) as we minister to others. We must love well if we are to be used in evangelism and discipleship. Contact information for Mark's ministry: Pledgetalk Book: The Pledge of a Lifetime Note: The opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the vi...

Send us Fan Mail Mr. Mark Oelze helps us understand how to expand the use of PLEDGE (Pause, Listen, Echo back, Disarm, Give and Engage) in other areas of life. Useful in marriages, it is also extremely important to make this a way of life as we love others in our spheres of influence . Contact information for Mark's ministry: Pledgetalk Book: The Pledge of a Lifetime Note: The opinions expres...

Send us Fan Mail Mr. Mark Oelze shares his insights into loving well by helping us learn to communicate using "PLEDGE" -- Pause, Listen, Echo back, Disarm, Give (the other person an opportunity to contribute to the story) and Engage the process again and again. This dynamic can become a way of life as we allow the Spirit of God to live in us, helping us to focus not on me and what I want...

Send us Fan Mail This is episode two of six where we learn from Mr. Mark Oelze, marriage counselor, author of the book "The Pledge of a Lifetime" and founder of Pledgetalk. He starts by telling us an interesting anecdote about carrying his New Testament with his cell phone and how he committed to reading his Bible as often (or more) as he referred to his cell phone. Amazing results occur...

Send us Fan Mail Marriage counselor and author Mark Oelze shares with us some practical ways to implement the second part of the Great Commandment -- to love our neighbor. It doesn't have to be complex nor challenging but it does take intentionality. We start by listening to others, focusing on their needs first before our own. Contact information for Mark's ministry: Pledgetalk Book: Th...

Send us Fan Mail People are asking, "Is the coronavirus pandemic a sign of the soon return of Jesus? Is this the end?" Whether or not the pandemic signals end time events, it is a wonderful opportunity to reach out and help people in many ways, from emotional to spiritual to physical and financial. In addition we must remember that our own personal "end" is the mark of a glorio...