Run With Horses

Why do people attend church and not join the mission?

24_10_12 -Ep.333 - Run With Horses Podcast - Why do people attend church and not join the mission?
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Susan’s New book – Parenting Manual
https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo
Norman’s New book – Pursuing Godliness Together - It’s a practical, quick read!
https://a.co/d/c7Y7F04
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Last week we looked at what it means to be an everyday missionary. This week I want to step back again and look at the big picture and ask. “Why do we have so many attenders who show up each week but have no interest in the mission of Jesus?
Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It’s very cool that we can do that together!
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you can find our past shows on our website, runwithhorses.net. I have spent several weeks focusing on a definition of the church and the current discussion about a discipleship pathway is best understood in the context of our broader look at the church. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...
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Habits – Exploring and Developing your Spiritual Gifts
Romans 12:3-8
Ephesians 4:11-16
Spiritual Gifts Inventory - https://www.lifeway.com/en/articles/women-leadership-spiritual-gifts-growth-service
Discover by serving – try new things
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There are many reasons why church members attend services but don't get involved in ministry.
1. **Lack of Confidence or Feeling Unqualified**
2. **Busy Schedules**
3. **Lack of Awareness of Opportunities**
4. **Fear of Commitment**
5. **Consumer Mentality**
6. **Burnout from Previous Ministry**
7. **Spiritual Immaturity or Lack of Discipleship**
8. **Disconnection from Church Leadership**
9. **Introversion or Social Anxiety**
10. **Misunderstanding of Ministry**
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Equipping church members for ministry is a vital role of church leadership. It not only strengthens the body of Christ but also helps members discover and use their spiritual gifts. Here are several key ways church leadership can equip members for ministry:
1. **Teach a Biblical View of Ministry**
2. **Offer Spiritual Gift Assessments**
3. **Provide Training and Resources**
4. **Model Servant Leadership**
5. **Create a Culture of Service**
6. **Communicate Clear Opportunities for Involvement**
7. **Offer Small, Low-Commitment Entry Points**
8. **Mentorship and Coaching**
9. **Empower and Delegate Authority**
10. **Create Teams for Collaboration**
11. **Foster Discipleship and Spiritual Growth**
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DOCTRINE
October – Bible
Authority of the Bible
Inerrancy of the Bible
The Bible, in the original manuscripts, does not affirm anything that is contrary to fact. The Bible always tells the truth.
Titus 1:1-4
Proverbs 30:5
2 Timothy 3:16 -
Can you trust God? Yes!
Will you always understand everything God says and does? No.
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Thanks for joining me again today! If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.
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Parenting Manual and Pursuing Godliness Together
Susan’s New book – Parenting Manual
https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo
My wife has a new book out. She took some of the lessons from Scripture that helped us as parents and put them together into a parenting manual written as one thought a day from the Bible. You can find it on Amazon by searching for Susan Jane Smith, Parenting Manual. I also have a link in the show notes.
If you are a parent or know a parent who is interested in raising godly children, this book can point you to Scripture that will help you keep your focus as you take the journey with your children. The book is $5 and is available as a paperback or kindle book. If you read it, leave her a review, it really does help others find it! Thanks!

An Everyday Missionary

24_10_05 -Ep.332 - Run With Horses Podcast - Everyday Missionary
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Susan’s New book – Parenting Manual
https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo
Norman’s New book – Pursuing Godliness Together - It’s a practical, quick read!
https://a.co/d/c7Y7F04
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Last week I asked what is a self-feeding Christian and how do I become one? This week we continue looking at the goals of our discipleship pathway and turn our attention to becoming an everyday missionary.
Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It’s very cool that we can do that together!
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you can find our past shows on our website, runwithhorses.net. I have spent several weeks focusing on a definition of the church and the current discussion about a discipleship pathway is best understood in the context of our broader look at the church. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...
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Habits – Abide in Christ
Abide carries the meaning to Wait on, remain in, persist with, keep on, etc.
John 15:4-8
Not passive. An active choice to remain in Christ. Similar to Paul urging Timothy to pursue godliness.
2 Thessalonians 2:15-17
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What is an everyday missionary? How do I become one?
Merriam- Webster :
Missionary - a person undertaking a mission.
Everyday - 1, encountered or used routinely; 2, used, suitable for, or seen every day
An everyday missionary is someone who lives with the mission of Jesus at the center of their lives, everyday.
"Everyday missionaries are those who practice a life on mission where God has placed them."- REF (https://calvarydothan.com/everyday-missionaries/)
An Everyday Missionary is a Disciple Maker, working on the mission of Jesus where they are. We have to start with a clear understanding of the mission of Jesus.
REF (https://discipleship.org/blog/mission-of-christ/)
Two-fold mission of Jesus
1. To make redemption for every person possible.
Only Jesus could do this.
No other name. ***Acts 4:12
Sinless life and perfect sacrifice. ***Hebrews 7:22-28
"It is finished." ***John 19:28-30
**Redemption is now possible for all.**
Justifies through Faith. ***Romans 3:21-26
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2. To start of movement of messengers of redemption.
These messengers are called disciples by Jesus and were prepared by Him to take the message of redemption to the world from generation to generation.
Disciples are Ambassadors for Christ. ***2 Corinthians 5:16-21
Disciple have A New Relationship. ***John 13:12-17
Disciple follow A Clear Command. ***John 13:34-35
Disciples Carry a Clear Message. ***1 Corinthians 5:1-6 -
The message requires us to repent and believe, turning from our old ways to follow Jesus, becoming His disciples and joining His mission.
The messengers of the Redemption message gather in assemblies Jesus calls the Church. The Church gathers to use their gifts to support mutual spiritual growth and progress toward Christ-likeness. The New Testament calls this edification. It is the building up of the Church for works of service. Our spiritual growth has a purpose. Ultimately God's Glory, accomplished through obedience to His commands.
An Everyday Missionary lives with this mission and message in view. Choices are made that keep them engaged in the mission. It is an intentional lifestyle. Looking for conversations that keep Jesus at the center.
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DOCTRINE
October – Bible
Authority of the Bible
Matthew 4:4
2 Timothy 3:16
Psalm 19:7-11
2 Peter 1:19-21
Matthew 28:18
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Thanks for joining me again today! If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.
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Parenting Manual and Pursuing Godliness Together
Susan’s New book – Parenting Manual
https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo
My wife has a new book out. She took some of the lessons from Scripture that helped us as parents and put them together into a parenting manual written as one thought a day from the Bible. You can find it on Amazon by searching for Susan Jane Smith, Parenting Manual. I also have a link in the show notes.
If you are a parent or know a parent who is interested in raising godly children, this book can point you to Scripture that will help you keep your focus as you take the journey with your children. The book is $5 and is available as a paperback or kindle book. If you read it, leave her a review, it really does help others find it! Thanks!

A Self-Feeding Christian

24_09_21 -Ep.330 - Run With Horses Podcast - A Self-Feeding Christian
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RWHpodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rwh_podcast
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RWH_podcast
Susan’s New book – Parenting Manual
https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo
Norman’s New book – Pursuing Godliness Together - It’s a practical, quick read!
https://a.co/d/c7Y7F04
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Last week I talked to Ambrose Propose about his preparation for mission work with Ethnos360. The week before that we looked at how to intentionally release the church into the community and on mission. This week we look a little more closely at one of the goals of our discipleship pathway. What is a self-feeding Christian?
Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It’s very cool that we can do that together!
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you can find our past shows on our website, runwithhorses.net. I have spent several weeks focusing on a definition of the church and the current discussion about a discipleship pathway is best understood in the context of our broader look at the church. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...
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Habits – Solitude
Matt. 6:6
Mark 1:35
Luke 5:15-16
Luke 6:12-13
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What is a Self-Feeding Christian? How do I become one?
There is an expectation of growth in Scripture. That makes sense if you accept the goal of Christ-likeness. I am not like Him today and the only way to get closer is to change.
Am I being spoon feed or taking responsibility for my own spiritual growth?
Growth Toward Maturity
Hebrews 5:12
1 Corinthians 13:11
Jeremiah 17:10
1 Peter 2: 1
Ephesians 2:10
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### **1. Read the Bible Regularly**
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### **2. Study the Bible to Live It**
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### **3. Meditate on God’s Word**
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### **4. Apply the Bible in Your Daily Life**
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### **5. Live Out Biblical Wisdom, Godly Priorities and Jesus's Mission**
### **6. Transform Your Life with Scripture**
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### **7. Teach Others from Scripture**
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DOCTRINE
September – Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit Seals and gives Assurance
2 Cor. 1:21-22
Eph. 1:13-14
Eph. 4:30-
Romans 8:12-
1 John 3:24
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Thanks for joining me again today! If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.
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Parenting Manual and Pursuing Godliness Together
Susan’s New book – Parenting Manual
https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo
My wife has a new book out. She took some of the lessons from Scripture that helped us as parents and put them together into a parenting manual written as one thought a day from the Bible. You can find it on Amazon by searching for Susan Jane Smith, Parenting Manual. I also have a link in the show notes.
If you are a parent or know a parent who is interested in raising godly children, this book can point you to Scripture that will help you keep your focus as you take the journey with your children. The book is $5 and is available as a paperback or kindle book. If you read it, leave her a review, it really does help others find it! Thanks!

Interview with Ethnos360 missionary Ambrose Propson

24_09_21 -Ep.330 - Run With Horses Podcast - Interview with missionary Ambrose Propson
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This seek an interview with special guest Ethnos360 missionary Ambrose Propson!
Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It’s very cool that we can do that together!
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you can find our past shows on our website, runwithhorses.net. I have spent several weeks focusing on a definition of the church and the current discussion about a discipleship pathway is best understood in the context of our broader look at the church. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...

Supporting the Church on Mission

24_09_14 -Ep.3 - Run With Horses Podcast - Supporting the Church on Mission
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/RWH_podcast
Susan’s New book – Parenting Manual. https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo
https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo
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Last week we started looking at what it means to release the church into the community and on mission. This week we continue are journey to empower every member for ministry and get everyone engaged in the mission.
Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It’s very cool that we can do that together!
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you can find our past shows on our website, runwithhorses.net. I have spent several weeks focusing on a definition of the church and the current discussion about a discipleship pathway is best understood in the context of our broader look at the church. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...
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Habits - Pursuing Community - some effort required!
1 Corinthians 1:10-11 Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. 11 For it has been declared to me concerning you, my brethren, by those of Chloe’s household, that there are contentions among you.
1 Thessalonians 5:12-15 And we urge you, brethren, to recognize those who labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, 13 and to esteem them very highly in love for their work’s sake. Be at peace among yourselves. 14 Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all. 15 See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all.
Colossians 3:12-17 Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; 13 bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do. 14 But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection. 15 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. 17 And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
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MY WORKING DEFINITION OF CHURCH - Consider in Light of RELEASE
A CHURCH is a group of followers of Jesus who worship Him in spirit and truth, humbly offering their lives as living sacrifices, together living out the MISSION of Jesus as His witnesses TO THE WORLD, by sharing the gospel and making disciples through teaching obedience to His commands as they edify and EQUIP OTHERS to join them on HIS MISSION.
The discipleship pathway is an intentional plan to equip others to be on the mission of Jesus. We want to RELEASE people for ministry, the pathway is a plan to get the there with the support of the church!
Think about the goals of the pathway. How do they fit in with the goal of RELEASING people for ministry?
a. self-feeding Christians - you can't release immature believers, disciple to maturity and mission
b. everyday missionaries – everyone on the mission of Jesus, people are released into their family and neighborhood first!
c. disciple-makers - we want to release disciple makers, not church attenders or nominal believers or people with their own agenda.
d. pastors, church planters, missionaries - result of God'd leading in the lives of the released!
e. new churches - result of the church related in our communities and going to new communities.
f. all members of the church, shepherded well - a byproduct of healthy disciple making
We are on the Fourth step in the Pathway; RELEASE
ENGAGE, CONNECT, EQUIP, RELEASE
Last week I mentioned that We are over-programmed and under-discipled. And our Programs just aren't producing many mature disciple makers! For many of us programs have been a way to stay busy and feel good about ourselves without actually engaging in the mission of Jesus to make disciples who take the message of reconciliation to the world.
##Think about it. It is unfortunately possible to teach Sunday School and not be making disciples. It is possible to lead a children's ministry and not make disciples. Music ministry, be a deacon, be an elder and even be a pastor without making disciples? Too often true.
To accomplish our purpose as we understand it from our definition of the church, we need to intentionally embrace the mission of Jesus and make practically real-world steps to change our habits and lifestyle to one that follows Jesus. Individually we can accept that and desire that kind of life change and spiritual growth, but what is the role of the church in this process?
##Can we reimagine how we DO church with disciple making as the goal AND process? What does a disciple making Sunday School look like? How do we encourage, train and release our church leaders at every level to be disciple makers?
The Discipleship Pathway gives us steps to take that move us from where we are to active engagement in the mission, one step at a time. The church has a role in:
1.Education: teaching the truth of God's Word and what the Christian life looks like
2.Training: sharing the skills and tools that will help us use our gifts and get involved in the work of the ministry
3.Encouragement
4.Vision
5.Partnership
6.Ongoing support
7. Evangelism - but primarily supporting members in their outreach
I feel like I am probably missing some things but you get the point, The church body corporately supports the individual disciple that make up the church in carrying out the work of the ministry.
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How do we RELEASE the church for ministry? The church leadership set the tone for the church. Maybe a good illustration is that the church leadership lets everyone know what STYLE, KEY and TEMPO we are playing the song in. God has given us the song of praise, the life of sacrificial worship to be carried out by disciple makers. As a local body, we need to figure out what that song sounds like in our current environment. Culture, people groups, sub-cultures, economy, politics, geography, and the like all influence the song.
We must know our local culture. What issues are people dealing with and what are they concerned about? What does God have to say about these issues? We want to identify natural pain points in the community as well as natural connecting points.
###REF: https://research.lifeway.com/2020/08/26/4-steps-to-shepherding-your-church-through-community-engagement/
___1. Lead people to engage in local cultural issues. KEY is LOCAL. What are people in your neighborhood talking about? Get to know individuals and talk to them!
I’m not talking about standing in a peaceful protest line (though that is one way), but an even more personal connection—whether through helping a young mother see the truth of the gospel or coming alongside her decision to carry full term.
Engagement might mean mentoring to that young man who is scared to death about being a single dad at such a young age.
We want to be involved in a personal way. There are always cultural issues in our communities that you can begin to pray over to see where God is leading you and your church to be more involved.
___2. Provide for needs in your local community while sharing the gospel.
There is a tendency for volunteers to merely invite to church those who come through the door and not necessarily engage with the gospel.
Make it a practice to be present to pray for those with needs and as doors open to share the truth of the gospel. All church members need to be trained to do the same.
Where can we be involved AS A CHURCH? Within that context, members should be encouraged and empowered to pursue individual relationships.
___3. Provide regular opportunities for evangelism training.
Evangelism training on a regular basis isn’t happening in many of our churches. I recommend at least once a year a church should provide opportunities for people who have a desire to learn how to better share their faith.
There are a couple of kinds of training that should take place. First, Education - Why we need to share the Gospel, What is the Gospel? 1-2 simple clear methods to memorize so we can come back to them and build on them. Second, Practice - Role-playing, testimonies and the like give practice putting the truth into your own words. More time thinking and talking through the gospel make it easier to do when the opportunity arises out in public. Third, Evangelistic Bible Study - every member should learn how to lead the discussion through a chronological Bible study in a small group.
___4. Lead your church to participate in community events.
Every community has events throughout the year. Some events would allow you to set up a booth alongside other vendors. Local farmers market, a business fair, 5k races, concerts in the park, etc.
Have branded church materials available, business cards as well as flyers with links to the church website and information about who you are as a church. The more members you have participating the better! Be a church family enjoying life together!
Think outside the box, but keep the need to share the gospel clearly in the forefront of the minds of your people.
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DOCTRINE
September – Holy Spirit
Renewing Work of the Spirit
1 Corinthians 6:9-11 Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sodomites, 10 nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners will inherit the kingdom of God. 11 And such were some of you. But you were washed, but you were sanctified, but you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus and by the Spirit of our God.
Titus3:4-7 But when the kindness and the love of God our Savior toward man appeared, 5 not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit, 6 whom He poured out on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 that having been justified by His grace we should become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
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The church is an unstoppable force when it is united and on the mission of Jesus. Divisions, apathy, and distractions can pull us off the mission and into other pursuits that don't have eternal value. How can you stay on the journey together? How can you encourage others in your church when they are beat up by life? The life of following Jesus is an adventure that we undertake together. We need each other! And we all have to take it one day at a time. Let's commit to following Jesus today and giving Him the freedom to change us and use us on His mission.
Thanks for joining me again today! If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.
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I don’t think I have mentioned it yet but my wife has a new book out. It is a parenting manual written as one thought a day from the Bible. You can find it on Amazon by searching for Susan Jane Smith, Parenting Manual. I also have a link in the show notes.
If you are a parent or know a parent who is interested in raising godly children, this book can help you keep your focus as you take the journey with your children. The book is $5 and is available as a paperback or kindle book. If you read it, leave her a review, it really does help others find it! Thanks!

Releasing the Church

24_09_07 -Ep.328 - Run With Horses Podcast - Releasing the Church
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Website: www.runwithhorses.net
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Last week we talked about being intentional as a church and as individuals to use our gifts to equip the church for ministry.
This week we consider what it means to release the church for ministry. How do we get everyone engaged in the mission?
Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It’s very cool that we can do that together!
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you can find our past shows on our website, runwithhorses.net. I have spent several weeks focusing on a definition of the church and the current discussion about a discipleship pathway is best understood in the context of our broader look at the church. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...
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Habits – Journaling
Psalms 119:11
Deut. 6:4-9 -
An Intentional Way to hide God’s Word in your heart. Write out what God is teaching you and prayerfully make plans to live it out.
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MY WORKING DEFINITION OF CHURCH
A CHURCH is a group of followers of Jesus who worship Him in spirit and truth, humbly offering their lives as living sacrifices, together living out the MISSION of Jesus as His witnesses TO THE WORLD, by sharing the gospel and making disciples through teaching obedience to His commands as they edify and EQUIP OTHERS to join them on HIS MISSION.
The discipleship pathway is an intentional plan to equip others to be on the mission of Jesus.
Don’t forget the goals of the pathway. What are the goals of a discipleship pathway?
a. self-feeding Christians
b. everyday missionaries – everyone on the mission of Jesus
c. disciple-makers
d. pastors
e. new churches
f. all members of the church, shepherded well
We are still on the THIRD step in the Pathway; EQUIP
ENGAGE, CONNECT, EQUIP, RELEASE
Why is all this so important?
We are overprogrammed and underdiscipled. Programs aren't producing disciple makers! We are busy doing things at the church building but year after year nto much better at engaging people in our community. We get off mission and turn inward.
###REF: https://theunstuckgroup.com/developing-an-effective-discipleship-strategy-the-ultimate-guide/
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###REF: https://theunstuckgroup.com/q3-2024-unstuck-church-report/
###REF:https://www.baptistmessenger.com/how-your-church-can-engage-your-community/
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DOCTRINE
September – Holy Spirit gives Life
John 6:63 -
Romans 8:9-11 -
Job 34:12-15 -
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Next week we will continue looking at ways to release the church into the community and on mission. This week, spend some time praying for your church and your community.
Thanks for joining me again today! If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.
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Intentionally Equipping For Ministry

24_08_31 -Ep.327 - Run With Horses Podcast - Intentionally Equipping For Ministry
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This week we are continuing on or journey of developing a discipleship pathway for the church that helps us intentionally be the church. How can we do the work of equipping the church for ministry?
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you can find our past shows on our website, runwithhorses.net. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...
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Habits – Fellowship
Acts 2:40-42 And with many other words he testified and exhorted them, saying, “Be saved from this perverse generation.” 41 Then those who gladly received his word were baptized; and that day about three thousand souls were added to them. 42 And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.
Hebrews 10:24-25 And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, 25 not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.
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MY WORKING DEFINITION OF CHURCH
A CHURCH is a group of followers of Jesus who worship Him in spirit and truth, humbly offering their lives as living sacrifices, together living out the MISSION of Jesus as His witnesses TO THE WORLD, by sharing the gospel and making disciples through teaching obedience to His commands as they edify and EQUIP OTHERS to join them on HIS MISSION.
The discipleship pathway is an intentional plan to equip others to be on the mission of Jesus.
Don’t forget the goals of the pathway. What are the goals of a discipleship pathway?
a. self-feeding Christians
b. everyday missionaries – everyone on the mission of Jesus
c. disciple-makers
d. pastors
e. new churches
f. all members of the church, shepherded well
We are still on the THIRD step in the Pathway; EQUIP
ENGAGE, CONNECT, EQUIP, RELEASE
What is equipping in the church?
It is preparing each member of the church to use their talents, gifts, and abilities to carry out the work of the ministry throughout their lives.
First, what is the WORK OF THE MINISTRY? The best simple definition I have heard is that it is the work of bringing God’s message to people.
We are all called and equipped, as members of the body of Christ, for this ministry. There is a further equipping, seen in Eph. 4 carried out corporately by the church as we build each other up and prepare members for ministry. Church leadership is given the responsibility of leading the way in equipping all members for service and engagement in the mission of Christ.
Eph. 4:1-5
I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, 2 with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, 3 endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. 4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called in one hope of your calling; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6one God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.
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Eph. 4:11-16 11 And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, 12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, 13 till we all come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ; 14 that we should no longer be children, tossed to and fro and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the trickery of men, in the cunning craftiness of deceitful plotting, 15 but, speaking the truth in love, may grow up in all things into Him who is the head—Christ— 16 from whom the whole body, joined and knit together by what every joint supplies, according to the effective working by which every part does its share, causes growth of the body for the edifying of itself in love. Walk Worthy You are called Attitude matters – humble, loving Relationships Lead - who has God placed around you? Unity is Important The Church is key for maturity – seek, pursue Christ-likeness for everyone We all have gifts the church needs.Use yours to build up the church. The goal is maturity – Christ-likeness, nothing less We build each other up. **Be Intentional. As an Individual, and as a Church.** Pray for growth. Work toward growth. Growth/ Maturity means a life lived on the mission of Jesus. - Sharing the Good News - Teaching biblical truth - Practicing a lifestyle that puts Jesus and His mission first. Purpose and priorities! - Serve others – consider others interests and spiritual needs - Live out the one another’s – you need the church - look for accountability – meet regularly with others who are on mission. - sacrifice of time and resources for the mission – live with eternal values - intentionally thinking about others. In your church, in your community. # Where are these relationships intentionally happening? Sunday School, small groups, homes of motivated disciples who constantly reach out to others to build them up, coffee shops, restaurants, etc. # Pastors – be visionary, help your people see the calling to be actively engaged in disciple making, make sure your church provides training and space to live out that calling! From the pulpit – vision, theology, motivation In the smaller groups – training, skills, encouragement In the smallest groups – support, accountability and personal direction, training as needed.
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DOCTRINE
August – Jesus
September – Holy Spirit
Jesus Intercessor
intercede - to intervene between parties with a view to reconciling differences : mediate
Romans 8:31-35
What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 32 He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things? 33 Who shall bring a charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies. 34 Who is he who condemns? It is Christ who died, and furthermore is also risen, who is even at the right hand of God, who also makes intercession for us. 35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?
Hebrews 7:23-25
Also there were many priests, because they were prevented by death from continuing. 24 But He, because He continues forever, has an unchangeable priesthood. 25 Therefore He is also able to save to the uttermost those who come to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them.
1 John 2:1-2
My little children, these things I write to you, so that you may not sin. And if anyone sins, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. 2 And He Himself is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the whole world.
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As a member of God’s family you have a part to play in preparing God’s people for ministry. Prayerfully consider how God wants to use you to build up you church family and strengthen them for service. And stop to think, what is your role in the mission of Jesus to the world?
Thanks for joining me again today! If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.
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A PNG Report, with Cameron

24_08_24 -Ep.326 - Run With Horses Podcast - A PNG Report
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This week I have a special guest! My son, Cameron, is back from a missions trip to PNG and I thought we could see what he has learned before he is off to Bible College.
Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It’s very cool that we can do that together!
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you can find our past shows on our website, runwithhorses.net. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...
Habits - Giving
Finances
Hebrews 13:15 Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name. 16But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
Self
2 Corinthians 8:1 Moreover, brethren, we make known to you the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia: 2that in a great trial of affliction the abundance of their joy and their deep poverty abounded in the riches of their liberality. 3For I bear witness that according to their ability, yes, and beyond their ability, they were freely willing, 4imploring us with much urgency that we would receive the gift and the fellowship of the ministering to the saints. 5And not only as we had hoped, but they first gave themselves to the Lord, and then to us by the will of God.
DOCTRINE
August – Jesus
September – Holy Spirit
The Death of Jesus
Propitiation – to satisfy the wrath of God against sin.
1 John 4:10 - In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins.
Reconciliation - having fellowship and peace with God where once there was enmity.
Romans 5:10-11 - For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life. And not only that, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received the reconciliation.
Redemption - the work of Christ on our behalf, whereby he purchases us, he ransoms us, at the price of his own life, securing our deliverance from the bondage and condemnation of sin.
1 Peter 1:18-19 - knowing that you were not redeemed with corruptible things, like silver or gold, from your aimless conduct received by tradition from your fathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot.
The work that Jesus did on the cross, restoring our relationship with God and placing us into His family also gave us a mission and purpose in life. Cameron’s trip to PNG is part of that mission. You relationship with people in your community is also part of that mission. How are you intentionally living that mission out this week?
Thanks for joining me again today! If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.

A Church Equipped for the Mission

24_08_17 -Ep.325  - Run With Horses Podcast  - A Church Equipped for the Mission
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**(28:00)**Last week we began discussing what it means to be a church that equips people for ministry. We considered that it must be relational and built on the foundation of God’s Word. This week we look at the practical aspects of equipping in the church. What does that actually look like in the life of the church?
Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It’s very cool that we can do that together!
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you can find our past shows on our website, runwithhorses.net. I have spent several weeks focusing on a definition of the church and the current discussion about a discipleship pathway is best understood in the context of our broader look at the church. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...
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Habits - Meditating on Scripture
Joshua 1:8 This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.
Psalm 1:1-3 1 Blessed is the manWho walks not in the counsel of the ungodly,Nor stands in the path of sinners,Nor sits in the seat of the scornful;2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord,And in His law he meditates day and night.3 He shall be like a treePlanted by the rivers of water,That brings forth its fruit in its season,Whose leaf also shall not wither;And whatever he does shall prosper.
Meditation is like chewing. It is slow and thorough. Write notes about what you see in this passage. Make connections between the various sections. Ask yourself, “What do these words from God say?” “What do they mean?” Place who you are and what you do next to this passage and ask God to examine you. Continue to write your findings.(https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/biblical-meditation/)accessed 08.14.2024
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MY WORKING DEFINITION OF CHURCHA CHURCH is a group of followers of Jesus who worship Him in spirit and truth, humbly offering their lives as living sacrifices, together living out the MISSION of Jesus as His witnesses TO THE WORLD, by sharing the gospel and making disciples through teaching obedience to His commands as they edify and EQUIP OTHERS to join them on HIS MISSION.
The discipleship pathway is an intentional plan to equip others to be on the mission of Jesus.
Don’t forget the goals of the pathway. What are the goals of a discipleship pathway? a. self-feeding Christians b. everyday missionaries – everyone on the mission of Jesus c. disciple-makers d. pastors e. new churches f. all members of the church, shepherded well
We are still on the THIRD step in the Pathway;   EQUIPENGAGE, CONNECT, EQUIP, RELEASE
Merriam-Webster definition: 1: to furnish for service or action by appropriate provisioningIe. equip an army2:  to make ready : prepare
What is equipping in the church? It is preparing each member of the church to use their talents, gifts, and abilities to carry out the work of the ministry throughout their lives.It's answering the question. If the church is made of the people and every member is responsible for the work of the ministry, how do we intentionally help each other prepare and carry out that work, inside and outside the four walls. 
Last week we gave some guidelines.Equipping in it’s best form is Relational.It is fundamentally Speaking the Truth.God's Word and the Holy Spirit supply the Wisdom that we need.
But when we ended last week we still had the question, what does that look like in the local church.
Equipping for the work of the ministry is actually a part of all that the church does, although we don’t always do it intentionally.Consider our discipleship pathway.
    • Engage: As the church talks about outreach and community connections, some members are just learning that we SHOULD be thinking about those outside the church. This is the beginning of equipping new members of the church. It shares the mission of Jesus to the world and the part the church plays in carrying it out.
    • Connect: The church needs to teach foundational Biblical truth to new members as well as those who are considering what it might mean for them to follow Jesus. In this phase the church answers the questions, “What is the church and how do I become part of the church?
 Consistent Bible teaching during this phase helps put down a firm foundation that a strong  Christian life and ministry can be built on. What is the biblical basis for service?
    • Equip: Laying the foundation of a Biblical life should challenge believers to consider how God has gifted them to serve the church. Equipping often begins in a believers life as a time of discovery. Who am I, How has God designed me and what do I need to live my call as an everyday missionary in the world?       During the early life of a new believer, it is helpful to help them think through both corporate aspects of ministry in the church and the individual ministry that every believer has. Equipping here helps answer the questions, “What ministry opportunities best fit my gifts and interests?” and “What training or skills could I get to help me serve better?” 
      Spiritual Growth: As a believer grows and connects with people and the ministries of the church, they should begin to get involved and see the need for further growth and skill training. Part of the Equipping ministry of the church is making it clear what training the church offers and how to take advantage of it. Training that the church recommends from other organizations, counseling centers, bible college, etc. are also kept available as part of helping every member grow in life and service. Equipping is answering the question, “How do I get ongoing training for ministry? “
    • Release: Once individuals are fully engaged in the mission, both in edifying the church and in reaching out in the community, Equipping takes the form of helping workers sustain a life of purpose and ministry through the challenges that life brings. Ongoing support, counseling, refreshment through deep relationships and the ministry of God’s Word help the church to sustain ministry and grow spiritually.
Practically, Where and How does the church do all of this?
1. The Scriptural Foundation is taught through weekly sermons and Sunday school lessons.This is the part most churches do well. We are good at teaching Biblical truth. The theology behind what we do is taught week after week through expository messages that help us understand who God is and what He is doing in the world through His church.
2. Small groups are a place where a lot of equipping happens organically. In the midst of conversations and life challenges we have opportunities to help each other grow and learn to live out our faith in relationships. Leaders and hosts of small groups play a big part in the equipping ministry of the church as they model healthy, Jesus-centered relationships to the group.Here we talk about how our theology works itself out in our daily lives. Encouragement to act soon what we believe. Practical guidance on how to carry out ministry in the community and comfort when we struggle.
3. Individual relationships in the church are often a space where equipping takes place although some individuals are more intentional about it than others.
4. General ministry training and skill development (for SS teachers, deacons, sound booth workers, etc) are carried out either on an individual, as needed basis, or on a yearly schedule with a group. Depending on the focus this can range from a classroom setting to a more informal gathering where issues are talked through and modeled.
5. Specific ministry training is usually handled in a small group or individually as needed. Staff and pastoral training, etc.
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DOCTRINEAugust – JesusSeptember – Holy Spirit
The Humility of JesusPhilippians 2:1-9 1 Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, 2 fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. 3 Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. 4 Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.5 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, 6 who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, 7 but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. 
**(1:00)**Next week we will continue exploring how we, as a local church can work to equip each other for the work of the ministry. Practically, there are decisions we make about what, when and where that affects our ability to be disciple of Jesus who are equipping other disciples of Jesus. When the church meets together and has discussion about what we do, we have to consider how we can best do the work of equipping people for ministry if we want to see spiritual growth in the church. There is a limit to how much we can grow without active engagement in the mission of Jesus.
Thanks for joining me again today! If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.(00:00)

Equipping the Church for Ministry

24_08_10 -Ep.324  - Run With Horses Podcast  - Equipping the Church for Ministry
 
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Last week we focused on the connection we have with Jesus and the church.  This week we continue along those lines and consider how the church can be intentional about helping people build their relationship with Jesus and His family.
 
Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It’s very cool that we can do that together!
 
Thank you for joining me today! If you are new to the show, you may want to check out our website, runwithhorses.net, and listen to some of the past shows to catch up. I have spent several shows focusing on a simple definition of the church and the current discussion we are having about a discipleship pathway is best understood in the context of the church. If you have been enjoying the show, I would appreciate it if you would leave a review wherever you are listening! And as always, your questions, comments and feedback are welcome. Write me at norman@runwithhorses.net. And now, on with the show...
 
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Habits - Serving
 
John 13:2 
And supper being ended, the devil having already put it into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, to betray Him, 3 Jesus, knowing that the Father had given all things into His hands, and that He had come from God and was going to God, 4 rose from supper and laid aside His garments, took a towel and girded Himself. 5 After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded.
 
1 Corinthians 10:24
 24Let no one seek his own, but each one the other’s well-being.
 
Philippians 2:1-4
1Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, 2fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. 3Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. 4Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.
 
 
 
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MY WORKING DEFINITION OF CHURCH
A CHURCH is a group of followers of Jesus who worship Him in spirit and truth, humbly offering their lives as living sacrifices, together living out the MISSION of Jesus as His witnesses TO THE WORLD, by sharing the gospel and making disciples through teaching obedience to His commands as they edify and EQUIP OTHERS to join them on HIS MISSION.
 
The discipleship pathway is an intentional plan to equip others to be on the mission of Jesus.
 
Don’t forget the goals of the pathway. What are the goals of a discipleship pathway?
a. self-feeding Christians
b. everyday missionaries – everyone on the mission of Jesus
c. disciple-makers
d. pastors
e. new churches
f. all members of the church, shepherded well
 
We are on the THIRD step in the Pathway;   EQUIP
ENGAGE, CONNECT, EQUIP, RELEASE
 
Merriam-Webster definition: 
1: to furnish for service or action by appropriate provisioning
Ie. equip an army
2:  to make ready : prepare
 
What is equipping in the church? 
It is preparing each member of the church to use their talents, gifts, and abilities to carry out the work of the ministry throughout their lives. It involves specific skills, like playing the piano, as well as learning to use your gifting more intentionally, like the gift of encouragement.
It's an ongoing process in the church, something we are always to be doing.
It's answering the question. If the church is made of the people and every member is responsible for the work of the ministry, how do we intentionally help each other prepare and carry out that work, inside and outside the four walls. What skills and training do we need? What encouragement and motivation? Not just information.
Most people need more than facts to engage in meaningful Gospel ministry.
 
A 9Marks article entitled, What Should ‘Equipping’ Christians Look Like?, sees four basic approaches to the topic, most of which affirm the general teaching of the New Testament.
 
REF - https://www.9marks.org/article/what-should-equipping-christians-look-like/
 
Now this article answers some of the questions we may have about equipping in the church. 
First, it is Relational. No surprise since disciple making is essentially one on one equipping and it relies on a relationship.
Second, It is founded on Speaking the Truth.
Third, God's Word and the Holy Spirit supply the Wisdom that we need.
 
The question remains, what does that look like in the local church.
 
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DOCTRINE
August – Jesus
September – Holy Spirit
 
Jesus is our Great High Priest
Hebrews 4:14-16
Hebrews 9:6-10
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Next week we will continue exploring how we, as a local church can work to equip each other for the work of the ministry. Practically, there are decisions we make about what, when and where that affects our ability to be disciple of Jesus who are equipping other disciples of Jesus. 
When the church meets together and has discussion about what we do, we have to consider how we can best do the work of equipping people for ministry if we want to see spiritual growth in the church. There is a limit to how much we can grow without active engagement in the mission of Jesus.
 
Thanks for joining me again today! If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running.
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