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Join Pastor Dan, and Pastor Residents Ryan, & Mike as they discuss discipleship and what that journey looks like for them. Each week they'll sit down and discuss different aspects of the discipleship journey drawing on Scripture, books, and their own personal stories. They will break down a topic, share some recommended reading, and leave you with a practical thought at the end of each show. Come and join the conversation as we live this journey and learn Jesus together. Find us at churchrefuge.com
Join us for a new series on the Beatitudes. Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive in and see what we can take away as we endeavor to follow Christ.
How should Christians disagree? Is it even ok to disagree? On this week's episode Pastor Dan & Mike dive into this topic. Join them for the conversation!
Am I "Christian" enough? That's an interesting question and exactly what Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will be diving into on this week's episode. Join them for the conversation!
So, you're going on a mission trip? Where do these come from? What's the value? On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike talk about short term mission trips, sharing stories, experiences and thoughts about the topic. Join them for the conversation!
Join us for a special episode! This week Pastor Dan interviews a friend and fellow disciple and they begin to discuss what it means that we are more than conquerors. Join them for the conversation!
Join us for a special episode! This week Pastor Dan interviews a friend and fellow disciple and they begin to discuss what it means that we are more than conquerors. Join them for the conversation!
Join us for a special episode! This week Pastor Dan interviews a friend and fellow disciple and they begin to discuss what it means that we are more than conquerors. Join them for the conversation!
Join us for a special episode! This week Pastor Dan interviews a friend and fellow disciple and they begin to discuss what it means that we are more than conquerors. Join them for the conversation!
Does Scripture have anything to say about the relationship between discipleship to Christ and patriotism? On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike dive into this topic and more. Join them for the conversation!
Join us as Mike & Ryan dive into Mark 9:24 and what it might mean for our discipleship journey together.
Join us as Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike dive into John 10:10 and what this passage might mean for our discipleship!
On this week's episode, Ryan & Mike will talk about Father's Day. They'll take a look at how they celebrate the day and what Scripture says about dad's, even moreso how God is Father. Join them for the conversation!
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive into Jeremiah 29:11. Another famous verse that they will take a look at, examining what this verse might mean for their discipleship but also what it does not mean. Join them for the conversation!
It's that time of year! Graduates are turning the page to enter the next chapter of their lives. On this week's episode Ryan & Mike will talk about graduates, and share some encouragement for the next chapter of life.
Join Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike as they dive into this famous verse from Joshua and how it applies to our discipleship today.
Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike look at a verse from Revelation on this week's episode. Join them as they examine and discuss how this verse might apply to us today.
Happy (early) Mother's Day! On this week's episode Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will celebrate Mother's Day as well as look at how Scripture might speak to some challenging situations some may be facing as they endeavor to follow Christ.
Join us as Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike dive into Romans 8:28 and what we should do with this verse.
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will take a look at John 3:16. It's such a famous verse but what does it actually mean for us? Join us for the conversation!
What's the Lord doing in your life? What's it feel like to walk with the Lord even when it feels like maybe He's absent? On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive into this topic and more. Join them for the conversation.
Where should someone start if they want to take another step in the discipleship journey? Are there goto resources to learn more? On this week's episode Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive into this topic and share from their personal experiences as well as where they typically point people.
Join Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike as they wrap up their series of conversations around the sayings on the Cross.
Join us as Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike continue their conversation about the sayings on the Cross.
Join us as Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike continue the discussion around some of the last words of Jesus on the Cross.
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive into a new series on the "Sayings of Christ on the Cross". In this series they will look at the things Jesus said on the Cross and reflect on how those sayings may impact our discipleship. Join them for the conversation.
On this episode of the Refuge Church Podcast, Pastor Dan interviews a very special guest Pastor Alan. Join them as they discuss Pastor Alan's journey, elements, of his testimony, and wisdom for disciples on the way.
On this episode of the Refuge Church Podcast, Pastor Dan interviews a very special guest Pastor Alan. Join them as they discuss Pastor Alan's journey, elements, of his testimony, and wisdom for disciples on the way.
Should we have more grace or more truth in our interactions with others? Is it an either/or question? What does the idea that Jesus is full of grace and truth actually mean in our spiritual formation? Join the conversation as Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike dive into this idea.
Friend of Sinners? Really? Isn't that the opposite of what we might expect from God? On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive into this idea of Jesus - Friend of Sinners - and what that might mean for us and how we interact with others. Join them for the conversation.
Join Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike as they begin a conversation around judging other people. How are we supposed to live relationally as disciples of Jesus? Join them for the conversation!
Christianity might be culturally known but Christians are certainly in the minority of the US. As we enter in 2024, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike pause to recognize the potential for the divisions in our country to grow wider over the coming season. What does the Bible say about this? What's the Christian response? Join them as they unpack the idea of being an exile in this week's episode.
On the last installment of this series, Ryan shares his word for 2024. Join Ryan, Pastor Dan & Mike as they discuss and share their thoughts on Ryan's word and what that might look like in their lives over 2024.
On this week's episode Pastor Dan shares his word for 2024. Join him, Ryan & Mike as they dive in with a look towards what 2024 can hold.
On this week's episode, Ryan & Mike will begin a series examining a word for 2024. On this week's show, Mike will share the word he's focusing on and what that may look like in his discipleship journey. Join them for the conversation.
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan & Mike will take a look at the last year and how God has moved. They'll reflect and discuss how those experiences might inform their discipleship journeys. Join them for the conversation!
This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will discuss joy and what a posture and celebration of joy might look like during the season of Advent and the life of a Disciple. Join them for the conversation.
Join us as we continue our series in Advent. On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will discuss the idea of Love, what the Bible says about it, and how that might impact our discipleship in this series of Advent. Join them for the conversation.
Join us as Ryan & Mike continue the discussion on Advent! This time they'll dive into the idea of hope and what that might mean and look like for us this season.
'Tis the Season! Join us as we begin a series on Advent. On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will start to discuss the Advent season and what comes to mind along with the word Faith.
Happy Thanksgiving! On this week's special episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive into what role gratitude may play in our discipleship.
We finally got the band back together! Join Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike as they discuss the opening verse of the Bible.
John Ryan & Mike as they discuss the thought that Jesus fulfilled the Law and how the Law may still apply today.
What does the Bible say about Scripture? Is it really God's Word? Is it Useful? Ryan & Mike dive into this topic on this week's episode. Join them for the conversation.
Join Pastor Dan and Mike as they continue part 2 of the discussion on the Greatest Commandment.
Have you ever reflected on the Greatest Commandment? What are your thoughts? On part 1 of this topic's 2 part epidote, Pastor Dan & Mike will start to unpack this idea and what comes to mind when they reflect on the Greatest Commandment. Join them for the conversation.
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will talk about money, our love of it, and what Jesus had to say about it. Dive in and join the conversation!
And we're back! This week Pastor Dan & Mike tackle the question does discipleship really even matter? They begin to unwrap this question and more on this week's episode of the Refuge Church Podcast. Join them for the conversation!
Hey Everyone! We've been on this journey together for about a year and a half and we're still having new conversations around the idea of discipleship. We thought it'd be cool to reflect back on three of our most popular episodes the next couple weeks. This week we're headed not too long ago back to our conversation around prayer & faith.
Hey Everyone! We've been on this journey together for about a year and a half and we're still having new conversations around the idea of discipleship. We thought it'd be cool to reflect back on three of our most popular episodes the next couple weeks. This week we look back on the conversation around being with God v.s. doing for God.
Hey Everyone! We've been on this journey together for about a year and a half and we're still having new conversations around the idea of discipleship. We thought it'd be cool to reflect back on three of our most popular episodes the next couple weeks. This week we're headed all the way to the beginning our very first episode! Join the guys as they discuss and begin to unwrap discipleship.
On this episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike take a look at the season of heading back to School. What can we do as disciples to recognize this season for people in our own lives and our communities? Join the guys as they dive into this topic on this week's segment of The Refuge Church Podcast.
Join Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike as they discuss the upcoming Labor Day ,along with how we are called to rest and find purpose in our work.
What does it mean when the Bible talks about a sacrifice of praise? Join us today as we dive into this topic and explore the meaning of this phrase!
When you think about worshipping in eternity what comes to mind? Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will begin to discuss this topic and more on today's episode. Join them for the conversation.
What's that phrase to worship in Spirit and Truth mean? On this week's episode, Ryan & Mike will begin to unpack this idea and what that might look like in our lives. Join them for the conversation
What might it look like to live a life of worship? What about the renewal of one's mind? On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike discuss this idea and more. Join them for the conversation.
What does it mean when someone refers to a "worship posture"? Ryan and Mike begin to unpack this idea. Join them for this week's conversation.
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike dive into the idea of corporate worship and what it looks like to engage in that practice. Join them for the conversation.
What is worship? Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will begin to answer this question as they start to dig into the topic of worship over this and the next couple episodes. Join them for the conversation!
On today's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike have a conversation around grief. What are we supposed to do with grief? Is there anything good about it? What's God's role in our grief? Join us for the conversation as we discuss these and more.
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike discuss how we might examine aspects of our past in light of the ongoing discussion on forgiveness. Join them for the conversation.
What happens (if anything) when we don't forgive? Is it ok to harbor unforgiveness? On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dig into this topic and what it might look like to extend forgiveness even when we don't want to.
This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike talk about forgiving others. It's not always the most fun topic but the Bible calls us to this action, so what do we do with it? Join us as we begin to take a look at the idea of forgiving others and why God calls us to do so.
On todays episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike discuss the idea of forgiving yourself. Join them as they examine the various aspects and struggles around this topic.
Graduation Season is upon us! Join us for a special episode where Ryan & Mike reflect on their time as graduates and things they've learned over the years.
What does it mean to be forgiven by God? How might that affect the way you view your life and discipleship journey? Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike continue the conversation around forgiveness by diving into this topic. Join us for the conversation.
What is forgiveness? (Sometimes more importantly) what is it not? On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will begin to look at the idea of forgiveness and aim to put some language around the topic. Join us for the conversation.
Do you have quiet time with God? What does that even mean? What might it look like to begin to incorporate a quiet time into your rhythms? Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will discuss this topic as they continue an extended look on prayer. Join us for the conversation.
Have you ever thought about the Sinner's Prayer? What is it? Does it have any significance or bearing on eternity? On this week's episode Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will begin to unpack that idea. Join us for the conversation.
What does it mean to pray in the Spirit? What does that look like? Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive into this topic on this week's episode. Join us for the conversation!
What does it look like to dedicate something to God? What's the difference in dedicating a child, a building, item, or even our own life to the Lord? On this week's episode, Dan, Ryan & Mike will begin to dive into this topic. Join them in the conversation.
What does it look like to ask while we are praying? What should we be asking for? How should we ask? Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike dive into this topic on this week's episode. Join us for the conversation.
Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike continue their conversation around the holiday season, now focusing in on Easter. Join us for the discussion.
Join us this week, as Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike take a break from their conversations around prayer to discuss the significance of Holy Week throughout their lives.
What does it look like to carry someone else's burden in prayer? Why are Christians called to do this? On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will begin to unpack this idea. Join us for the conversation.
This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike discuss the relationship between prayer and faith. Join them for the conversation!
Have you ever considered that prayers move? This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will unpack that idea and what that might look like in our daily lives.
As we continue to look at the importance of Prayer, this week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive into the Lord's Prayer while examining what stands out to them and why. Join us as we continue to the conversation.
Join us this week as we begin our emphasis on Prayer. We start by asking the question who did you learn to pray? Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will look at their own lives and past as they begin to discuss the importance of prayer in their own lives. Join us as we begin the conversation!
Join us this week as we continue the conversation around some of our favorite Parables! On this week's episode, Ryan & Mike will talk about the man who built his house on the rock and the man who built his house on sand and what that looks like in our lives.
Join us as we continue to unpack our favorite parables. This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will discuss the parable of the Seed.
Join us as we begin a 3 part series on Parables. Each week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will talk about a parable that grips them and why. This week Pastor Dan kicks us off with the Parable of the Hidden Treasure.
In this week's episode we wrap up our conversation about a word for 2023. Mike will discuss what he has and then discuss it with Pastor Dan & Ryan, all while considering what that might mean for the year ahead.
Join us for this weeks episode where Ryan brings us a word for 2023. Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will then talk about that word and what that may look like over the coming year.
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan brings a word for 2023 and breaks down what that might look like. Dive in and listen as Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike discuss the idea of this word and what that might look like for the coming year.
Have you ever made a New Year's Resolution or are you considering one this year? Have you thought that maybe it can play a role in your discipleship? Join us as Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike dive into the topic of New Year's Resolutions and how they can be useful in our lives.
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike talk about Christmas and what it means to them. They also go into their family traditions and stories from their past. Join the conversation as we celebrate Christmas together!
How does my relationship with Jesus affect my media consumption? Have you ever considered that question before? Where's the line? Should I maybe not be watching this content? When we follow Jesus, everything changes - how does that apply to my media consumption? Join the conversation as Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike dive into this topic on this week's episode!
Join us this week as we continue the conversation around Old Testament Stories that captivate us. This time Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will cover Elijah and the moments they find captivating in his story.
Join us this week as we continue the conversation around Old Testament stories that captivate us. This time Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will cover Abraham & Isaac and what they find captivating about that story.
What are some of the stories in the Old Testament that captivate you? Are there any places where you are struck by God and who He is? On this week's Episode Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will discuss Exodus and the captivating features of such a story.
Why is it sometimes hard to follow Jesus? This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike dig in and share personal experiences about the some of challenges of following Jesus. Join us for the conversation!
What story of Jesus most captivates you? This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will share their favorites as we talk about Jesus and what most captures our attention when we think of him. Join us for the conversation!
What does it mean to have Christ as our foundation? We've sung songs, read books, listened to different sermons on it, but practically what might that actually look like? This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike unpack this idea and how it has played out in their own personal experiences. Join us as we dive into the conversation!
What does it mean to be content? There's a lot of ideas out there and this week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike try to bring some clarity to this the thought of contentment. They unpack what that might look like and how to be content in Jesus. Join us as we dive into the conversation!
Recommended Reading:
The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs
Abundant Simplicity by Jan Johnson
What's your story? We all have one. Not only that, but we often see God using our story to do things we never could have imagined. This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike discuss this idea and how it has manifested in their own lives. Join us as we dive into the conversation!
What's your purpose? Have you ever considered God may have a purpose for your life? This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike talk about what it might look like to live according to the purpose God has for you. Join us as we dive into the conversation!
Recommended Reading:
Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby
This week Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike will dive in and try to define missional living this week. Join them for a conversation about what it might look like to live missionary and with the purpose God has for you.
Recommended Reading:
Rare Jewell of Christian Contentment - Jeremiah Burroughs
Sermon on the Mount - Sinclair Ferguson
Hypothetically - you know "that person" that has a response for everything? Like all of life's problem's can be easily or quickly resolved with a very simple answer? That's definitely never you right (totally kidding none of us are perfect). But, this idea is exactly what Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike will dive into this week. Join us for the conversation.
Why is it so hard to see people? You might think that this wouldn't be so difficult, but sometimes it feels more like the norm. Maybe we're uncomfortable, overbusy, preoccupied, or just blind to it, but for whatever reason there's moments where we can just miss it. This week Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike will dive into this idea. Join us for the conversation.
Recommended Reading:
The Gospel Comes with a House Key - Rosaria Butterfield
What are some major points of your story that you always celebrate? Maybe you look back on them and remember a significant moment or where you were vs where you are now. Have you ever considered that we can do the same thing with our faith journey? In fact, we think God encourages us to do that. Join us this week as Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike break this down and what that might look like in their own lives.
On this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike will talk about the highs and lows of coming alongside others. What do we do in the hard moments? Should we just bail or grit our teeth and stick it out? They'll discuss this and more (Ryan might even try to sing) throughout the conversation. Join us as we talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of coming alongside someone else.
Recommended Reading:
How to Live a Life of Prayer by John Wesley, Andrew Murray, Edward McKendree Bounds, and Samuel Dickey Gordon
Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund
Today Pastor Dan, Mike, & Ryan will talk about the importance of modeling. They'll talk about why it's important to live this out daily and find people we can model our walk with Jesus after, as well as define Biblical Modeling and what that can practically look like in your life. Join us for the conversation!
Recommended Reading:
The Dark Night of the Soul by Gerald G. May
What does it look like to have the fruit of Gentleness in your life? Would it fall in with some negative stereotypes or could it be more significant than that? We're back with another of the Fruit of the Spirit this week. Join Pastor Dan, Mike, & Ryan as they dive into the conversation!
Recommended Reading:
Gentle and Lowly - Dane Ortlund
The Gospel Comes with a House Key - Rosaria Butterfield
What would it look like to intentionally go back in order to go forward? This is an idea Peter Scazzero describes in his book Emotionally Healthy Spirituality and one that Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike will try to tackle in today's episode. Join us for a conversation about deconstruction, their own personal journeys, and more!
Recommended Reading:
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter Scazzero
What does it look like to have the fruit of Joy in your life? Is it pure bliss or recognizing and celebrating what God is doing despite our current circumstances? What about the joy of our salvation, what does that mean? This is exactly what Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike get into on this week's episode. Join us for the conversation.
Recommended Reading:
Abundant Simplicity by Jan Johnson
Does spending time with God ever feel laborious? Be honest. We've all been there, but when those moments come, what should we do with those feelings and thoughts? This week Pastor Dan, Ryan & Mike will dive into this topic and speak on some of their own seasons and personal approaches. Join us for the conversation.
Recommended Reading:
When I don't desire God by John Piper
Renovation of the Heart by Dallas Williard
The Fruit of the Spirit are talked about often in the Church. But, what does living with it actually look like? Do I have to become something or just empty myself, so that what I already have becomes evident? That's what Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike unpack on this week's episode. Join us for the conversation.
How do we reflect Christ in our relationships? We believe that an outflow of our "being with God" should allow us to reflect Christ to those around us. Join us this week as Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike discuss this idea and what it looks like practically in our daily lives.
When you hear the term "generosity" what do you think of? Is it only about our money or our stuff? Could there be more to it than that? This week Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike discuss rhythms of generosity and what that looks like in their own lives. The go over a wide spectrum of generosity and what they believe it looks like to be generous while learning Jesus.
Can serving God be meaningful and life giving? Or is it just another thing that we add to the list of "to do's"? That's exactly what gets tackled in this week's episode. Join Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike as they unpack what it might look like to serve God.
Recommended Reading:
- When Helping Hurts by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert
Did God really say we should spend time in our week where we stop? In a culture obsessed with busy-ness, this idea feels as strange as almost anything. But, what would it look like to live out this rhythm? Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike will discuss what their sabbaths look like and why they find them to be so critical to their own sacred rhythms. Join us for the conversation.
Recommended Reading:
- Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero
- The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
In this week's episode, Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike begin the conversation about Sacred Rhythms. They draw on experience from their own day to day and speak to the importance of developing these rhythms. Join them as they walk through this topic together.
When it comes to discipleship - does it feel like just another thing added to the list? Like we don't already have enough on our plates. What if God actually wants you to be before you do? This week Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike will unpack that idea, while sharing from their own personal experiences. Join us for the conversation.
Recommended Reading:
- The Trellis and the Vine by Colin Marshall and Tony Payne
- The Secrets of the Secret Place by Bob Sorge
Have you ever considered that maybe we're all being discipled by something? This is exactly what Pastor Dan, Ryan, & Mike talk about in this week's conversation. Join them as they share perspectives on the realities of discipleship and recognizing that even if we're not following Jesus we are all following something. Also, jump in for a bonus conversation about their thoughts on Social Media.
Recommended Reading:
- Gods At War by Kyle Idleman
You know that yellow light on the dash board that we all pretend isn't there? Yeah, the one you put the tape over. Is there a similar "light" in our spiritual journeys? This week Pastor Dan and Pastor Residents Ryan and Mike will talk about check points and what we can do proactively to keep ourselves running in a spiritually healthy way. Join us for a conversation about accountability and life giving rhythms as well build some check points into our lives.
Recommended Reading:
- Secrets of the Secret Place by Bob Sorge
- Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero
What are you passionate about? Have you ever considered that maybe God can use that to connect with you? That's exactly what the crew will be breaking down on this week's episode. They'll share past and present stories and explore how they've seen God moving and connecting with them in a wide array of experiences. Join us for a conversation as we talk about and admire the creativity and goodness of God.
"Walking with God means being with God always" - Charles Spurgeon. This week Pastor Dan and Pastor Residents Ryan and Mike dive into their own spiritual journeys. They take a look into the past and talk about how they experienced God and some of what they are experiencing in this present moment. They'll bring you some recommended reading and what we can take away practically from this week's topic. Join us for the conversation as we begin to share our journeys.
Recommended Reading:
- Simply Good News by N.T. Wright
Pastor Dan and Pastor Residents Mike and Ryan sit down for a conversation where they begin to define discipleship. Here they will attempt to begin to bring discipleship into a more practical and common space beyond what happens on a Sunday morning. Join them for a conversation as they work through what key aspects of discipleship may look like for them and for you.
Recommended Reading:
- Renovation of the Heart by Dallas Williard
- The Christian in Complete Armour by William Gurnall