Into The Harvest Podcast

This is Part 3 of our series on "Dialed In Discipleship" - a framework for living as a faithful follower of Jesus in the 21st century. Recorded on Coronado Island on 7/26/22. Our thanks to The Navigators Navy Ministry for inviting Andrew to share this series of messages and for providing us with this audio. ******************** Subscribe to Abigail's newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hnt1lT Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Original Release Date: 8/11/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

This is Part 2 of our series on "Dialed In Discipleship" - a framework for living as a faithful follower of Jesus in the 21st century. Recorded on Coronado Island on 7/19/22. Our thanks to The Navigators Navy Ministry for inviting Andrew to share this series of messages and for providing us with this audio. ******************** Subscribe to Abigail's newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hnt1lT Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Original Release Date: 7/14/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

This is the first audio of a 3-part series called "Dialed In Discipleship" - a framework for living as a faithful follower of Jesus in the 21st century. Recorded on Coronado Island on 7/12/22. Our thanks to The Navigators Navy Ministry for inviting Andrew to share this series of messages and for providing us with this video. ******************** Subscribe to Abigail's newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hnt1lT Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Original Release Date: 7/14/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

On today's show, Abigail and Andrew talk about the big lessons they've been learning from following Jesus so far this year. This episode's listener question is: "What part of discipleship are we responsible for and what part can only God do?" For our Faith & Culture segment they discuss how believers can express faith, hope and love in a world that seems filled with more and more bad news. Subscribe to Abigail's newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hnt1lT Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Chapters (0:00) Intro (2:53) Listener Q: Do we over-spiritualize God's will? (12:04) Main Topic: Faith and Risk Taking (34:56) Faith & Culture: Recent mass shootings Original Release Date: 6/30/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

*** Our apologies for the lower audio/video quality in this episode. But the content is great so we hope you'll listen or watch *** Cecil Bean has over 50 years experience helping people follow in the footsteps of Jesus. On today's show he shares with Andrew why Jesus is our blueprint for life and ministry and how we can develop our focus and devotion towards him. Original Release Date: 6/16/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

God promises to comfort his people. But he never promises to make us comfortable! In this episode, Abigail and Andrew have a conversation about the adventure of following Jesus and the connection between faith, taking risks, and trusting God. Our listener question is: "Do we over-spiritualize finding God's will?" In Faith & Culture they talk about recent mass shooting tragedies and how we should process and respond as believers. Subscribe to Abigail's newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hnt1lT Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Chapters (0:00) Intro (2:53) Listener Q: Do we over-spiritualize God's will? (12:04) Main Topic: Faith and Risk Taking (34:56) Faith & Culture: Recent mass shootings Notes Article: The Stones That Shape Our Identity Original Release Date: 6/2/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

Abigail sits down with Hope Bailey, our newest member of the team at ITH, for a great conversation about motherhood, disciple making, identity in Christ, setting boundaries and social media. --------------------------------------- Subscribe to Andrew's weekly Disciple Notes blog! Original Release Date: 5/19/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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 & Culture they talk about "The Great Resignation" and how it will affect the church as large numbers of pastors leave their positions in post-pandemic America. Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Chapters (0:00) Intro (3:19) Listener Q: How does your time spent with God change when you are going through a trial? (12:05) Main Topic: How discipleship changes over time (32:52) Faith & Culture: The Great Resignation and its impact on the church Notes Twitter thread - The Great Resignation: https://bit.ly/3LQMyu3 Original Release Date: 5/5/2022 Want to suggest a question for

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 suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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/ Chapters (0:00) Intro (3:32) Listener Q: Is it possible to labor in vain? (13:59) Main Topic: Traits to look for in a spiritual mentor (31:20) Faith & Culture: Will Smith and the Oscars Original Release Date: 4/7/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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 to remember. Links for this episode: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome The Day Between: A Memoir of Miracles - Abigail's book! --------------------------------------- Subscribe to Andrew's weekly Disciple Notes blog! Original Release Date: 3/24/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Chapters (0:00) Intro (2:27) Listener Q: Do we over-spiritualize the will of God? (9:26) Main Topic: The challenge (and benefit) of bearing one another's burdens (32:40) Faith & Culture: How should we respond to the situation in Ukraine? Original Release Date: 3/10/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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! Original Release Date: 2/24/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Chapters (0:00) Intro (1:40) Listener Q: How does effort/consistency impact spiritual growth? (9:18) Main Topic: Abigail talks with Andrew about choosing to go bivocational in 2022 (29:12) Faith & Culture: faithful discipleship in the age of the metaverse Original Release Date: 2/9/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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://youtu.be/OvDxAdeEgDg The 4-1-1 tools: https://youtu.be/Q1c3sAZx0D4 Article: 3 Questions Every Leaders Should Ask --------------------------------------- Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Original Release Date: 1/27/2022 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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 recommendations for your new year. Subscribe to Andrew's new Disciple Notes blog: https://jandrewstroud.substack.com/ Books mentioned on today's show: ⏵The African Memory of Mark by Thomas C. Oden – https://amzn.to/3GA0TIw ⏵The Subversion of Christianity by Jacques Ellul – https://amzn.to/3fi7V8T ⏵The Rise of Christianity by Rodney Stark – https://amzn.to/3tsyvER ⏵The God Who is There by Francis Schaeffer – https://amzn.to/3I1ekBE Chapters (0:00) Intro (3:00) What are some best ways to stay encouraged and focused on disciple-making? (11:03) Conversation on the State of the Church As We Start 2022 (31:56) Books we're

Andrew and Abi explain why giving God thanks is so important and share a few things they are grateful for in 2021.

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 larger role of comedy in culture—and what it means for us as ambassadors for Christ. Chapters (0:00) Intro (4:06) How do you approach other believers that are “affirming” or even “out”? (14:14) How we have failed forward in 2021 (32:20) Comedy, Christianity, and culture Original Release Date: 11/11/2021 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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 thoughts on Christians and the vaccine mandate. Chapters (0:00) Intro (1:19) Do miracles still happen? (12:52) When Do You Know Your Job Is Done as a Disciple-Maker? (30:10) Thoughts on the COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Original Release Date: 10/28/2021 Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show?

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 and Abigail discuss the Facebook Files exposé by the WSJ and how we should think about technology when it comes to living our faith. [Timestamp 34:25] ******************** Want to go deeper in your understanding of the topics discussed in this episode? Here are some resources we recommend: Being All in for Jesus in Your 30s – ITH podcast episode #34 Staying Focused on Jesus for a Lifetime with Cecil Bean – ITH podcast episode #43 The Facebook Files – WSJ article ******************** Help Us Multiply the Mission Subscribe and give us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts Share this episode on Facebook If you believe in w