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This week, we wrap up the 49 Wonderfully Weird Commands of Christ with the final command “Make Disciples.” Pastor Drake will give insight into what that command really means. This is also the final episode of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this final edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
We sincerely want to thank you for joining us on this nearly three year journey and encourage you to watch for what's coming next. I'm John Waters and on behalf of Pastor Drake Hunter, thank you for joining us on this wonderfully weird journey...Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake.
Do you ever feel like life is just running you over? Do you wonder why you can't seem to get it all under control? Well, this week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll find out that it may be because you're trying to use your own power rather than receiving God's power.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
Have you been baptized? Were you immersed or sprinkled? Does it matter? What did Jesus really mean when he said “Baptize my Disciples?” This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll find out that baptism may not be what we think it is.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
Jesus told Peter three times to “Feed my Sheep.” What was the deeper meaning of the Savior saying it three times? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll learn that Jesus had a specific purpose in repeating those words to Peter...and to us.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus told his inner circle to “watch and pray.” But yet He found them sleeping. What about us? When Jesus looks at us, does he find us watching and praying or are we allowing temptation to lull us to sleep? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll find out the two vital aspects of this command that we must put into place to grow into spiritual maturity.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
There's a great old hymn that I love called “What A Friend We Have In Jesus.” And we know that Jesus is our friend. The question then is...what kind of friend am I to Jesus? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll learn that building a true friendship with Jesus...and others...takes diligence.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
What do you think of when you hear the word “integrity?” This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll gain a thorough understanding of integrity and Christ's teachings about it.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
Are you the type of person who is always on time, or is “close enough” good enough for you? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll learn that punctuality is very important from Christ's perspective.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
Last week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we talked about the vital importance of loving God with everything we have. This week, we look at the second part of the Great Commandment...love others, which isn't always easy but is just as vitally important.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
As Christians, we are told to love God with all of our heart, mind, soul and strength. It seems simple, but is it easy? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll learn that there are many more layers involved than what it may seem.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
As Christians, we believe that we are made in the image of God. The question then becomes, do we live in the image of God...or in the image of man? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll learn that not only are we made in His image, but we need to continue to live in that image as well, but also not forgetting that we live in the world.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
Do you consider yourself to be good at hospitality? Are you someone who invites others into your world? Jesus tells us that hospitality is a vital part of our Christian walk. However, do we truly understand what all that means? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll find out that there are two sides to hospitality...the practical and the spiritual.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
Are you a person of faith? Now, before you answer that question, let me ask you another question. Do you really know what faith is? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll dive into the true meaning of faith as it relates to our walk with Christ.
How would you describe your prayer life? That may be a very hard question to answer, but this week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, you will perhaps gain some insight that will help you to see it more clearly.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
I have a couple of questions for you. First, do you consider yourself a servant? And if so, who are you serving? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll be challenged to honestly look at our priorities and who it is that we are serving...ourselves or others.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird Living” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
The wedding day is one of the most joyous days of a person's life. But then the work begins, and unfortunately, most marriages end in divorce. Why? We are told to honor marriage, but do we know how to follow that wonderfully weird command. This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll dive into what this command means and how to live it out daily.
Drake Hunter is Senior Pastor at Elevating Life Church in Fort Morgan, Colorado, founder of the non-profit “Four Dimensional Living” as well as the author of three books including his latest “Wonderfully Weird” and the upcoming “Wonderfully Weird Goodness.” Now, this week's edition of Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake Hunter.
Do you ever feel like God just isn't listening to your prayers? There may be a very good reason why and the problem is not on God's end of the line. This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll find out that it's a lack of focus that is killing our prayer life.
What does it really mean to be like Jesus? As a follower of Christ, that should be priority number one. But that also means putting others ahead of ourselves and serving them in His name. This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll learn that we are called to be available to serve others rather than living in our own self-centered world.
In what has become a “throw-away” society, where we readily throw away anything we no longer want, need or are willing to fight for, is it still possible to follow the Command of Christ “Honor Marriage”? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll see what it takes to not only honor relationships such as marriage, but to help them to thrive.
I have a seemingly silly question for you...what is forgiveness? The second question I have for you is...are you a truly forgiving person? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll explore the Wonderfully Weird Command “Forgive Offenders.”
Do you ever find yourself wishing you had what your neighbor has? Are there times when your desire for things causes you to make decisions you wouldn't normally make? If so, then you're going to want to pay attention today because this week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake you may find the answer to keeping envy and covetousness away from the doorstep of your mind.
What do you think of when I say the word “justice?” What about “Fairness?” Do those two words mean the same thing? And what role are they to play in our walk with Jesus and each other? Today, on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll find out what the difference is between those two and what our role is as a Christ-follower.
Everywhere we turn these days, we're being bombarded by advertisements which seem to tell us that all we need to be happy is a little more and a little more. Yet, Jesus warns us against being greedy and always looking for happiness and fulfillment in things other than Him. So, how do we learn to be content as the Apostle Paul said? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll learn a three-step process that we can use to turn from always looking for more to always looking for Him.
It seems that, in our current society, many are looking to be offended. Many others seems to go out of their way to offend others. But Jesus reminds us that we are to not be offended, but rather to do everything possible to restore relationships in love. This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll learn how to restore and build relationships through love and truth.
In Matthew chapter 18, Jesus tells us not to despise the little ones. What does that mean? Is he talking about children? Or is there another meaning to his words? This week on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll find out just who the “little ones” are and how we can be certain not to despise them.
What thought comes to mind immediately when I say “deny yourself?” Do you find yourself thinking negatively about all of the things you would be missing out on...or do you come to the realization that denying yourself simply means to get out of the way of God's goodness in your life? This week, on Wonderfully Weird Living with Pastor Drake, we'll learn that our earthly desires can be the biggest obstacle to experiencing all that God has in store for us.
This week, Pastor Drake will help us to understand the Wonderfully Weird command of Christ "Honor Your Parents."
Do you truly feel fulfilled in life? If not, why not? This week, Pastor Drake Hunter will explain where we are to turn for true fulfillment.
Paying attention seems to be a major challenge in our world today. But that is exactly what Jesus commanded us to do. This week, Pastor Drake will give us some insight into not only how to pay attention, but also what we should be paying attention to.
Many people live in fear, but we don't have to. This week, Pastor Drake tells us how and why we can have courage in our everyday walk with Christ.
Throughout the Old and New Testaments, believers are encouraged and implored to seek wisdom. On this week's episode, Pastor Drake will guide us in that pursuit.
- How do you define “Reality” and why is it so important we objectively define it? 2. What are two dimensions of Christ’s character we can apply to your character? 3. What can you do daily to ensure you have the ingredients to resolve problems?
- Is your intent or motive in life driving you and your relationships to the “Valley of Dry Bones”, DEATH, or is it steering you to the Promised Land where fulfillment and satisfaction are the paycheck of a life well lived? 2. Who is the human master(s) that you must put in the proper place in life?…
- When receiving “Feedback”, no matter the circumstance, how do you receive it? 2. Who is your formal “LIFE” coach that gives you face-to-face feedback in “who you are”, “what you do”, and “how you perform” on a regular basis? 3. What can you do to stop listening to those “so-called” friends who believe…
- Examining your own character resting on your temperament (God’s Design) does it reflect more on man’s traditions, relationships and habits or on God’s objective Way? 2. Like the Apostle Paul (Acts 9), can you share your experience when you exchanged your character for God’s character (Jesus)? Please…
- What can you do daily to re-stir the joy in your life? 2. When connecting with a crowd or gathering of people what’s one habit you can develop to become a better rejoice? 3. To avoid being a grump and/or critic what’s something you can do to re-stir the joy when someone “Ticks you off”?
- What beliefs, traditions, opinions, etc. hinder you from opening up to and working to understand other’s beliefs, traditions, opinions, etc.? 2. How can you practice active listening? 3. What steps can you take TODAY to begin building relationships outside of your own comfort zone?
- What is the difference between “hearing” and “listening?” 2. What steps can you take to improve your “listening” skills? 3. What voices interrupt your ability to “listen?”
- When in your life did you say, “Life isn’t’ fair!” 2. What must a person do to make life fair? 3. When a friend is unfair, what can you do to help them realize their fault? (See Matthew 15:18)
- In your reality, what is your preference, “being right” or “living right”? Which on is leans towards grace and which one towards truth. Discuss. 2. After reading the parable of “The Two Prodigal Sons” (Luke 15:11-32) which son can you more relate to and what can you do to resolve either issue? 3.…
- What voices are directing and aligning “Who you are?” and compelling you to do “What you do?” (Think of what you’ve been taught, relationships, and experiences) 2. How will you consistently hear “The Commands of Christ” and get them into your working memory and heart? 3. What can you do to create…
- In life, are you a selfish player, a curious and uncertain player or an obedient and compelling player? Explain. 2. What can you do today to honor more of God’s principles and Christ’s Commands? 3. How can you keep yourself from the love of money and be content in life?
- Do you believe you can think in the “Goodness” of God and why do you think this way? 2. What is your reality when it comes to what motivates your heart or your life? 3. How are you going to practice Philippians 4:8 in your everyday life?
- Do you truly trust the Commander (Jesus Christ)? 2. Are you on offense or defense? 3. Do you tend to have an attitude of rebellion?
- Describe the time you chose to redeem your life back to God to begin restoring your life towards God’s Goodness? 2. What will you do to get the Commands of Christ into your Heart in order to grow into the maturity of Goodness? 3. How will you keep The Great Commandment a priority in life, and what…
Thank you to Missionaries to Thailand, Jeremiah & Katana Pate, for joining us to talk about the Honor/Shame culture.
- Why is it important to know and understand the difference between Happiness and Joy? 2. What is one thing you can begin focusing on to ground yourself in Joy to be an expression of Happiness to others? 3. How "tolerant" are you in light of God’s Goodness to grow His kingdom?
What aspect of discretion (being creative, good judgement, slow to speak, learning intentionally, investigating — opinions, feelings, and attitudes, open mindedness and feedback) will you develop to help you become better at making better moral choices?
- Do you know someone, or perhaps it’s you, who is frozen in life? Discuss. 2. Describe what a strong character looks like if a person is to meet the demands of reality? 3. What do you do daily to hunger and thirst for righteousness to be a fulfilled person “in” Christ?
- In your life experiences, have you ever felt misunderstood or not listened to? Share. 2. What is the difference between Empathy and Sympathy? 3. What three character components are necessary for empathy to be a reality? (think F.B.I.)
- Think and talk about the meaning of the four words in the acrostic T.U.R.N. (trust, understand, repent, new life) 2. What is something that you can identify that you are hesitant to give over control to God? 3. When I purposely and purposefully...and humbly...commit and surrender my will to the direction…
- What is a hero and how do we know when we see one? 2. Why do people need a hero? 3. What is the difference between “ability” and “attitude and which one should be priority and prevalent in a Christians existence? (Think about the 1st “Beatitude”)
- Do you objectively know and understand “Responsibility?” Discuss the main responsibility of a Christian. Think of the Great Commandment and Commission. 2. What are the three “Rs” of Responsibility, and how will you live them out to experience God’s moral Truth? 3. In the year 2020, what actions will…
- Do your words offer constructive "FEEDBACK" or destructive "CRITICISM?" 2. When it comes to your thoughts, what seeds are you planting in the fertile garden of your mind? 3. Are you proactive (living in your purpose) or reactive (drowning in your problems) in your reasoning?
- What is “Careless Trust” and how do you apply it with God and with like-minded people? 2. How can the practice of simplicity help you overcome some past fears? 3. When looking at the results of simplicity (reliability, thrift, valuable, serves well) what are some things you can do to make your life…
- Define personal satisfaction, “In Christ”, and how it relates to success? 2. What anticipation, conflict, entertainment and engagement do you need to keep in your life to produce results that benefits all? 3. How would you apply Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love to your personal life where you can give it…
- In your experiences discuss how oppression and suppression has persecuted the discipline of the Christian faith. Think “In Church” vs. “In Christ”. 2. What command of Christ is key to developing “Self-control” and being a disciplined disciple of Jesus, and what is the Christ character trait that follows?…
- According to the world’s standards, what should guide you in the pursuit of your identity? 2. According to Ephesians 1:3-8, what does it mean to be “In Christ?” 3. What step or steps can you take TODAY to live in your true/real identity?
- What will your “Left Behind” story be? 2. When your time on earth is complete, how will your eulogy (tribute) read? 3. What can you do now to ensure an excellent and praiseworthy legacy will be passed along to the next generation?
- What term of "Heaven" sits in your belief system and is it for "real" always? 2. What views (perspectives) of man are destroying relationships with God and others, NOW? 3. What can you do to deposit the Treasures (Commands of Christ) into your heart?
- Of the four positions...from, over, for and under...that Christians can fall prey to, which has been the biggest challenge for you? 2. What preposition should we use to link ourselves in the Christian faith? 3. What you do TODAY to ensure the position of "God With Us" stays at the center of your …
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Are you happy or unhappy? Are you living in your purpose or just drifting from problem to problem? This week, we discuss how to live in your purpose which leads to a happy life. Remember...whatever you focus on will MAGNIFY!
- Discuss a time your anger got the best of you and it burned down a relationship? 2. Who was Jesus angry with in Mark 3:5 and why is this type of anger justified? 3. What can you do in the next week to keep meekness strong in your relationships?
- What are the "exits" that tend to pull you off of God's highway? 2. Are you traveling "with" God or "without" God? 3. Belief + Action = Faith. Is there action in your faith?
- What things have you been doing that causes God’s Love (Agape) not to be heard? 2. What are some practical ways you can turn your love to God’s “Agape” Love? 3. What did you love most before you believed in Jesus? How do you feel about it now?
- What are the three general Spiritual needs every human being and how do we meet those needs? 2. What is the difference between a new & long-term relationship, and what are some of the secrets of good relationships? 3. What can you do in your relationship/s to keep passion alive and well?
- What happens to the Christian faith when Jesus’ disciples are asleep to their responsibilities? 2. What are the characteristics of a false prophet and how can you avoid the dangers of their schemes? 3. How can Jesus’ disciples develop greater alertness and vigilant of the enemy to avoid temptations…
What are the two aspects of AMEN? Blessings and curses.
- What does it mean when a Christian says AMEN?
- What should be our attitude when it comes to an individual living under the curse?
- What must a person do to not live under the curse, but rather live in the AMEN of God's blessings?
- Do I look for opportunities to do good to others without desiring something in return? 2. What opportunities are available to me to serve others in ways that force me to get outside of my comfort zone? 3. In what ways has God used others to help me through times when I needed it?
- If no one ever knows about what I am doing (giving, serving, sacrificing), would I still do it? 2. If there was no visible payoff for doing this, would I still do it? 3. Would I joyfully take a lesser position if God asked me to? 4. Am I doing this for the praise of others or for how it makes me feel?…