Category Archives: Discipleship

With God, All Things Are Possible

Just a short word this morning. Jesus pointed out to his disciples once that it is hard to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Yep. We work hard at it. We try to muster our faith, to correct our doctrine, get … Continue reading

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“Repent” and the Learning Circle

Have you ever witnessed a reaction when you use the word “repent”?  A powerful tool in the Mike Breen’s Life Shapes is the “Learning Circle.”  I was introduced to it about a year ago and have used it and taught it … Continue reading

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To Live a Questionable Life

Francis of Assisi is often quoted as saying, “Preach the Gospel at all times.  Use words only when necessary.”   He didn’t actually put it that way, but according to his biographers, he probably would have agreed.  Francis lived the … Continue reading

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Missional Community Question and Answer

My friend Marilyn Beyer asked me these questions in preparation for a presentation in one of her seminary classes.  I thought I’d share.  Her questions are in bold. Why missional communities?  Why now?  Why now?  The simple answer is that it … Continue reading

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Do you have a plan to pass on skills for discipleship?

Part of the mission of FCMC is to pass on skills for discipleship.  We feel called to equip people with the tools they need to imitate Jesus Christ in their daily lives and help others do the same.  Many followers … Continue reading

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