Making Disciples Naturally
What does it mean to "make disciples"? What is the image in your mind when you hear the word "disciple"? The Kansas Communities Ministry has been involved in helping people grow in their walk with the Lord for nearly 50 years. We believe making disciples should be a natural part of our everyday lives. Hear practical, stimulating, Biblically-based thoughts on how to invest in individuals and help them in their walk with the Lord no matter where they are in their journey.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 19 minutes
- Episodes
- 295
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Ep. 155 Who is responsible for the spiritual training of our children? Part 2 or 3 Interview with Ryan and Leah
Is the church's primary responsibility to train our children? What is the balance between the parent's role and others having input into the spiritual growth of children. Ryan and Leah …
Ep. 154 Why should we disciple our children? What are the motivations? Part 1 of 3 Interview with Ryan and Leah
Ryan and Leah have four children and are in the midst of training them and teaching them to follow Jesus. Listen to some great principles and practical ideas as they share their experie…
Ep. 153 What is the source of our hope? All of history points to Christ.
The carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem" contains many profound phrases. One of the most significant is the last line of the first stanza "the hopes and fears of all the years are met in …
Ep. 152 What’s really important in life? Part 3 of 3 Interview with Michelle
How should we be investing our lives? What will last into eternity? Only the Word of God and the souls of men and women. Michelle is a very inspirational young lady who is committed to …
Ep. 151 Can we always see the impact we are making? Part 2 of 3 Interview with Michelle
We long to see immediate impact and growth in the people we are trying to encourage to walk with the Lord. However, often that impact is delayed or we may never see it at all.
Michelle …
Ep. 150 How do I create a safe place for someone to share their life with me? Part 1 of 3 Interview with Michelle
Michelle is a young lady from Kansas who was deeply impacted by Jesus and by a mentor she had while on a trip to Kenya. She changed from believing that she had to earn God's love to und…
Ep. 149 What is "success" in sharing our faith? Part 4 of 4 Interview with Jonathan Noyes
Are we "successful" only when we see someone understand the gospel and come to faith? What are some resources that are helpful for our walk and our ministry? This is the fourth of four …
Ep. 148 What questions are people asking today? Part 3 of 4 Interview with Jonathan Noyes
What kinds of questions are people asking today? How can an understanding of not only apologetics but also an understanding of objective truth help us as we minister to others. Mr. Jona…
Ep. 147 What is the role of apologetics in making disciples? Part 2 of 4 Interview with Jonathan Noyes
Continuing our series on apologetics with Mr. Jonathan Noyes, we look at the concept of simply "putting a stone in someone's shoe." Today Jon helps us understand what this means and wha…
Ep. 146 Does objective truth exist and why does it matter? Part 1 of 4 Interview with Jon Noyes
In this series of four podcasts we explore the role of apologetics in disciplemaking. Jon Noyes is with the ministry Stand to Reason and hosts the YouTube podcast To the Point. Today we…
Ep. 145 Do you believe the promises of God? Part 4 of 4 Interview with Bill
The promises of God are noted throughout Scripture. Key among these are John 3:16 and John 5:24. Bill's life is a great example of someone who simply believes the promises of God and ac…
Ep. 144 Do you desire a ministry of power and not just words? Part 3 of 3 Interview with Mr. Mike Treneer
Mr. Mike Treneer is the former International President of the Navigators. He is our speaker at the October 29, 2022 Fall Conference where he'll be speaking on 1 Thessalonians: Learning …
Ep. 143 Can God use me, despite my weaknesses and missteps? Part 2 of 3 Interview with Mr. Mike Treneer
Mr. Mike Treneer is the former International President of the Navigators. He is our speaker at the October 29, 2022 Fall Conference where he'll be speaking on 1 Thessalonians: Learning …
Ep. 142 Can you look back and see the hand of God in your life? Part 1 of 3 Interview with Mr. Mike Treneer
Mr. Mike Treneer is the former International President of the Navigators. He is our speaker at the October 29, 2022 Fall Conference where he'll be speaking on 1 Thessalonians: Learning …
Ep. 141 How does God want to use me in the lives of others? Part 3 of 4
Bill (not his real name) shares some great insights or "life lessons" that he has learned over his 50 years with the Navigators. He remains alert to how God might want him to try new th…
Ep. 140 How can you use your hobbies and skills to reach people for Christ? Part 2 of 4
"Bill" is an inspiration to us all. He and his wife have been involved with the Navigators for over 50 years and continue to be effective in making disciples. Bill enjoys outdoor activi…
Ep. 139 Are you excited about how God is working in your life? Part 1 of 4 Interview with Bill
A legend among Navigators, Bill shares his life story as well as wisdom about reaching people for Jesus. He and his wife have devoted their lives to making disciples and has great insig…
Ep. 138 Are you aiming for a splash or a ripple? Part 5 of 5 Richard Spann (re-release)
It is all too tempting to want to make a big "splash," attracting large crowds, etc. But what does the Lord desire for us? Richard Spann, former ministry director for the Kansas Communi…
Ep. 137 What really makes a difference in the spiritual lives of others? Part 4 of 5 Richard Spann (re-release)
Dr. Spann shares three practical truths: Discipleship is more caught than taught. We can impress from a distance but to make an impact we need to be "up close." Live your life in such a…
Ep. 136 How can I help someone spiritually if I don't have any resources or time? Part 3 of 5 Richard Spann (re-release0
Who was Shamgar? Often we don't think we have anything to offer concerning investing in the spiritual growth of others. But we learn from the story of Shamgar in the Old Testament, we c…