Discipleship and the Way of Jesus with Pastor John MacArthur and Jonny Ardavanis
Prior to Pastor John MacArthur going home to be with the Lord, Jonny Ardavanis sat down with Pastor John as he breaks down the biblical meaning of discipleship and why it's essential for every Christian. Jesus commanded us to "make disciples," not just convertsābut what does that really mean?Key Topics Covered: ā¢ The true definition of a disciple (mathetes - a lifelong learner) ā¢ Why discipleship is more than a prayer or church attendance ā¢ How to build Christ-centered friendships that last a lifetime ā¢ The difference between making converts and making disciples ā¢ Practical steps to find someone to disciple you ā¢ How to start discipling others in your churchMain Takeaways: ā Discipleship is a friendship with a spiritual core ā It involves teaching believers to observe all of Christ's commands ā True discipleship creates lifelong relationships and accountability ā Find someone who knows more than you AND someone who knows less ā The local church is essential for biblical discipleshipPastor MacArthur emphasizes that discipleship isn't just a programāit's walking through life with someone, applying God's Word together, and creating deep spiritual friendships that accumulate over a lifetime.Perfect for: Christians seeking spiritual growth, church leaders, small group leaders, new believers, and anyone wanting to understand the Great Commission better.
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How to Put Sin to Death: The Biblical Battle Every Christian Must Fight | Jonny Ardavanis
Are you truly fighting sin, or just "struggling" with it? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into Romans 8:13 and the biblical concept of mortificationāputting sin to death through the power of the Holy Spirit.This episode is brought to you by our ministry partner Accountable2You. To join thousands living in Freedom with nothing to hide visit https://accountable2you.com/dialin. **Use our unique code: DIALIN to get 25% off your first year of an Accountable2You Personal or Family Plan**KEY TOPICS COVERED: ā¢ What it means to mortify sin (and why the language is so violent) ā¢ The difference between struggling with sin vs. fighting sin ā¢ How to identify areas where you're making provision for the flesh ā¢ The role of the Holy Spirit in sanctification ā¢ Why accountability is crucial (and what real accountability looks like) ā¢ John Owen's classic teaching: "Be killing sin or sin will be killing you" ā¢ Practical steps to wage war against temptationSCRIPTURE REFERENCES: ā¢ Romans 8:13 - Putting to death the deeds of the body ā¢ Colossians 3:5 - Put to death what is earthly in you ā¢ Galatians 5:24 - Crucifying the flesh with its passions ā¢ Matthew 5:8 - Blessed are the pure in heartThis isn't about earning salvation through worksāit's about living out the new identity Christ has given us. Every believer must engage in this daily battle until we meet Jesus face to face.Remember: You take a day off from mortifying the flesh, the flesh grows. RESOURCES MENTIONED: ā¢ John Owen's "The Mortification of Sin" ā¢ Accountable2You (accountability software) - Use code DIALIN for 25% offShare your thoughts: What practical steps are you taking to fight sin in your life?
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Pornography, Purity, and the Promises of God
What does it mean to be "pure in heart" and why does Jesus promise that those who pursue purity will see God? In this powerful message on Matthew 5:8, we explore the radical promise of spiritual intimacy that comes through purity of heart.In This Episode:Understanding what "blessed are the pure in heart" really meansWhy purity isn't restrictionāit's the path to seeing GodHow singularity of heart leads to deeper intimacy with ChristThe difference between positional and progressive purityPractical steps to pursue purity in your daily walkWhy resisting sin shouldn't feel like holding your breathKey Timestamps:The Nature of Purity (10:54)The Promise: They Shall See God (16:57)The Pursuit: 5 Practical Steps (24:20)The world says purity is restrictive, but Jesus says it's the doorway to experiencing the nearness of God. This isn't just about sexual purityāit's about unmixed devotion, singularity of affection, and positioning your heart to truly know and see God.Bible Verses Referenced: Matthew 5:8, Psalm 119, James 4:8, 1 Thessalonians 4:3, Ezekiel 18:31, 1 John 3, Psalm 86, Proverbs 23:7, John 14:1Practical Applications:Draw near to God's WordWalk with the wiseMake no provision for the fleshPray for purityThink with total commitment to ChristThis episode is brought to you by our ministry partner Accountable2You. To join thousands living in Freedom with nothing to hide visit https://accountable2you.com/dialin. **Use our unique code: DIALIN to get 25% off your first year of an Accountable2You Personal or Family Plan**
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Is God Sovereign or Is Man Responsible in Salvation? with Jonny Ardavanis
Is God sovereign in salvation, or is man responsible? This is one of the most asked questions in theology. In this episode, we dive into Scripture to answer whether Calvinism or Arminianism is correct.We explore key passages like John 3, John 6, Romans 9-10, and Matthew 11 to show how God's sovereignty and human responsibility are both clearly taught in Scripture. You'll learn:ā What hyper-Calvinism gets wrong ā Why human responsibility matters for evangelism ā How election and "whosoever believes" work together ā What an antinomy is (and why it's not a paradox) ā How to answer "Am I one of the elect?"Whether you're wrestling with predestination, struggling with evangelism, or just want to understand what the Bible actually teaches about salvation, this conversation will ground you in Scripture.SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: John 3:3-7, 16 | John 6:37-47 | Romans 8:29-30 | Romans 9:15-18 | Romans 10:9-17 | Matthew 11:27-28 | Ephesians 1:4-11 | Ephesians 2:1-10
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Biblical Wisdom Explained: 8 Characteristics of True Wisdom from James 3 | Jonny Ardavanis
God's word has changed my life and my passion is that people would understand and obey it. The truth of Scripture has the ability to "renew our minds," "give us joy," and "transform us into the image of Christ."
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