Episodes

Welcome to the Titus Study! We are excited about this series we'll be doing during the month of April. As part of our Thoroughly Equipped series, we are taking a deep dive into the book of Titus. We've been talking about the importance of not *only* having a quiet time, but also doing Bible study, to get to know God better. Join us as we walk the walk, and study the Bible together! In this episode: • Tips for Effective Bible Study • Why did Paul write to Titus? • Main themes of the book • ...

In part 2 of our Thoroughly Equipped Series, John talks to JR Ovens about how to engage daily with Jesus. In other words, the importance of having a quiet time, and letting Jesus examine your life daily. Coming in April, we will be doing a study of Titus - taking a deep dive into studying the Bible, and us examining God - so we thought we'd cover the importance of letting Him examine us, too. JR is a husband and a father of five awesome kids. He is a retired Special Forces soldier and currently...

The Bible says that we are to teach our children diligently the words God commands us. That is admittedly tricky when our culture is screaming at them to "live their truth" and essentially, be their own God. So, in this episode, Andrew interviewed Jennifer Beitel who recently began a ministry called UNITED Next Gen with the goal of helping to provide clarity in cultural issues on a worldview level and to encourage intentional discipleship within the home. After running parent book groups study...

1 Corinthians 3 tells us our work will be revealed, as tested by fire. If you've built with gold, silver, and precious stones, your work will survive through the fire. If you've built with wood and hay, your work will be destroyed, and you will experience loss. In this episode, Andrew gives a talk where he breaks this passage down, and explains what this passage means, and why we as followers of Jesus should strive to become kingdom craftsmen. • God calls each of us • Three items for true fai...

Andrew and Shelton take a deep dive into Sabbath. Does it hold any meaning for Christians today? Should we practice it? What are the benefits? Is it an obligation? A ritual? What are some practical steps for practicing sabbath? Shelton Markham is lead pastor of Paseo Del Rey Church in San Diego, CA. To learn more about his ministry, please visit https://paseodelrey.org/. In this episode: • Lord of the Sabbath • Should Christians keep the Sabbath? • The Sabbath was made for man • Practical ...

In this episode, Andrew interviews Brad Brisco, where they talk about why thinking of ONLY the cross is stopping us from having a robust understanding of Jesus, and a deeper relationship with Him. Brad is currently the Director of Multiplication Strategies for the North American Mission Board. He holds a doctorate in the area of missional ecclesiology, and his doctoral thesis was on assisting existing congregations in transitioning in a missional direction. He is the co-author of Missional Esse...

In this series, Andrew and John are going to be talking about studying the Scriptures. In the first episode of this series, they take a deep dive into why studying the bible is important, and some practical tools to enhance your bible study. Stay tuned for more of the Thoroughly Equipped series! In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 12:20 What Is Bible Study 16:40 Why Bible Study Is Important 24:40 Key Principle 1: Original Investigation 27:20 Key Principle 2: Written Reproduction 30:50 Key ...

The Bible was given to us by God to know Jesus and to join Him in His work. How can we be faithful to journey with God in the Scriptures? Marty Solomon joins John to talk about how to ask better questions of the Bible - and the traps that we fall into when we overlay our own theology onto the Bible, instead of letting Jesus be who He is. In This Episode: Starting Point for Asking Questions How can we be Faithful stewards of the Scriptures The Biblical Library Treasure Hunts with the Family...

There is an enemy of anyone who wants to follow Jesus, and make disciples. He is the father of lies, and he comes to steal, kill, and destroy. Jim Smith joins John to talk about some of the ways the enemy attacks us, why it's important know yourself, to know how God sees you, and know why certain things make you feel some type of way. In This Episode: • Emotional And Spiritual Maturity • Tools Beyond Behavior Modification • Interpersonal Conflict • Rhythms and Limits Original Release Date...

There seems to be confusion in today's day and age about what it means to be a man. And certainly what it means to be a godly man. In this episode of the podcast, Andrew talks to Chris Harper (Harp) who works with a ministry called BetterMan. They discuss all things men - leading, what culture is telling us, their roles in the Church, and what's at stake if men don't step fully into what God's plan for them is. In this episode: • What is Biblical Manhood? • Types of Men • What Young Men Are...

In this episode, Andrew interviews Renée Sproles, who is a published author, a podcaster, and a very experienced disciple-maker. She currently writes and speaks for Renew.org as the Director of Cultural Engagement. She and Andrew talk all things making disciples - where to start, what to look for in potential disciples, what to look for in potential mentors, and what to do with a discipleship group when you're starting out. In this episode: • Defining Discipleship • What To Look For in a Dis...

Something we might not often think about is how the trauma from our past, or present, is skewing our view of the Lord. Trauma affects every single relationship in our lives, whether we want to admit it, or not. In this episode, Andrew talks with Heidi Cummings about different experiences of trauma, how we can heal from them, and how we can help others heal from their trauma. In this episode: • What Is Trauma • Dealing With Trauma • Indicators Of Trauma • Helping Other Heal From Their Traum...

A new year brings the opportunity to refocus our lives on old truths. John and Andrew explain why discipleship involves living by unchanging truths in an ever-changing world. They also explore the 3 C's that will help you grow and become a kingdom craftsman: convictions, clarity, and confidence. Original Release Date: 2/4/2024 Subscribe to Andrew's free weekly newsletter Disciple Notes. Want to suggest a question for us to cover on the show? 👉 https://www.intotheharvest.org/contact *********...

Please give to our year-end fundraiser! You can make a gift at our website: https://www.intotheharvest.org/donate/finish-strong-2023/ Thank you for supporting our work and helping us grow! ◾ ◾ ◾ ◾ ◾ ◾ We’ve had some amazing guests on the show in 2023! These men and women gave us great insights into what it takes live for Jesus and make disciples in the everyday places of life. So, we thought we’d end the year by highlighting of few of those conversations! This week's show includes clips from...

Please give to our year-end fundraiser! You can make a gift at our website: https://www.intotheharvest.org/donate/finish-strong-2023/ Thank you for supporting our work and helping us grow! ◾ ◾ ◾ ◾ ◾ ◾ We’ve had some amazing guests on the show in 2023! These men and women gave us great insights into what it takes live for Jesus and make disciples in the everyday places of life. So, we thought we’d end the year by highlighting of few of those conversations! This week's show includes clips from...

Please give to our year-end fundraiser! You can make a gift at our website: https://www.intotheharvest.org/donate/finish-strong-2023/ Thank you for supporting our work and helping us grow! ----------------------------------------------------- Today's conversation will help you think about Christmas in a whole new light. The first Christmas was not only an event that split history, it's also at the heart of our faith as Christians. Shelton Markham joins Andrew to discuss the scandal of the inc...

Please give to our year-end fundraiser! You can make a gift at our website: https://www.intotheharvest.org/donate/finish-strong-2023/ Thank you for supporting our work and helping us grow! ----------------------------------------------------- Heidi White joins Andrew for a conversation on how modern, stripped down faith traditions keep us from entering the story of Jesus, especially this time of year as Christmas approaches. She offers fascinating insights on historic Christian belief and pra...

Donate today: Finish Strong 2023 There are two ways we can miss God. One is to reject him outright. The other is to believe in a version of God that is distorted and out of focus. To fashion God according to our own ideas and ideals. Andrew shares on the true foundations of faith -- those core truths about Jesus that God has revealed and expects us to respond to. In this episode: • The Scariest Verse in the Bible • Choosing the Exotic over the Essential • Rebuilding Foundations • Jesus Is O...

In Titus 2, Paul instructs Titus to promote the kind of living that reflects wholesome teaching. He then breaks down how older men and women are to pass along the faith to younger men and women. Susie Walther joins Andrew to talk about why there aren't more older women available to pass on the faith to the next generation, and how we can change that. In this episode: • Titus 2 • Rooted in Sound Doctrine • Where Are the Titus 2 Women? • Becoming a Titus 2 Woman Resources Mentioned • Opera...

Every so often we want to introduce new listeners to our ministry and mission, as well as remind ourselves what ITH is all about. John and Andrew discuss our history and what's brought us here, and take a look at what's to come for ITH in 2024. In this episode: • Our History • Our Mission • Digital and Physical Worlds • Disciples Are Made in Person • Our Future Original Release Date: 11/9/2023 Subscribe to Andrew's free weekly newsletter Disciple Notes. Want to suggest a question for us...

In this latest conversation of our series, Faith Foundations, Hannah Phillips joins Andrew to discuss why revelation is critical if we are ever going to know God for who he truly is. What is revelation, how does it work, and how can we benefit from it so we understand God and his purposes in a better way? In this episode: • Why Revelation Matters • How Revelation Works • How God’s Words Come to Us • Why You Should Read the Whole Bible Resources Mentioned • Video: How to Read the Bible •...

When the apostle Paul was confronted by the Lord Jesus on his way to Damascus, his first question was, "Who are you, Lord?" There is a lot for us to learn today from Paul's encounter with Jesus. Jim McKnight joins Andrew for a helpful conversation on why knowing whose we are is critical if we're ever going to discover who we are. In this episode: • The Importance of Identity • Examples from Paul and Peter • Who Do You Say That I Am? • Practical Ways To Learn Jesus Resources Mentioned • Vi...

Dr. Christopher Yuan is an author and speaker, and creator of The Holy Sexuality Project, a video series that helps parents empower their teens to understand, embrace, and celebrate biblical sexuality. In this conversation, he joins Andrew to discuss how misconceptions about sexuality, marriage, singleness, and the church are keeping modern believers from living the lives of faithful devotion God is calling us to. In this episode: • Sexuality: What Is Normative? • Sexuality in Marriage and S...

Part 1 in our series: The Hard Sayings of Jesus. Andrew and Shelton spend time breaking down the original hard teaching of Jesus: we must eat his flesh and drink his blood. How should we understand this teaching, and what does it mean for us as believers today? In this episode: • Jesus Was Offensive • The Context for "Eat My Flesh" • From Bad to Worse • Breaking Down the Saying Resources Mentioned • The Hard Sayings of Jesus by F.F. Bruce Original Release Date: 10/5/2023 Subscribe to A...