On one hand, the mission of the church is simple, to be faithful to Jesus Christ. On the other hand, it requires commitment from both the individual and the community to be humble enough to be open for direction and courageous enough to follow where Jesus leads. Today's conversation explores how
It All Starts With Mission | Mission Musings
Join us for a conversation about mission, about how it should shape your own identity, and how it binds us to a community in Jesus Christ. In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael introduce a new series called "Mission Musings." In this introductory conversation, they explore how Christians
Life Together: In Conclusion
In this concluding episode, Pastors Clint and Michael survey the major themes of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's book Life Together and explore how his understanding of the Christian community can shape our own Christian faith. Be sure to stay tuned for our next series about the mission of the church that
Life Together: Confession & Communion
The fifth and final chapter of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's book Life Together "Confession & Communion" illustrates the central important that confession plays in the Christian life. Bonhoeffer explains that the deepest human temptation to sinfulness lies in our inner pride. He argues that in
Life Together: Ministry
The fourth chapter of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's book Life Together "Ministry" explores how every Christian is called to active ministry within their Christian community. Bonhoeffer explores how the practices of silence, humility, and scriptural correction provide ample opportunities for
Life Together: The Day Alone
The third chapter of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's book Life Together gives Christians a glimpse into how the spiritual practices of meditation, intercession, and even silence can be invaluable tools for Christian discipleship and, ultimately, community. A surprising chapter for a book expressly
Life Together: The Day with Others
The second chapter of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's book Life Together offers a powerful glimpse into how the rhythms of each day can be an opportunity for Christians to grow deeper in their relationship with God and others. In this chapter, Bonhoeffer explores how every moment from daybreak to sunset is
Life Together: Community
Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the first chapter of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's book Life Together. In this conversation, the pastors discuss how Christians define "community" and what makes Christian community different from other communities. Although this may appear, at first glance, to be simple,