Moment Of Encouragement: Recent Episodes
Mount Pisgah Church
Moment Of Encouragement is a weekly 7-minute devotional podcast that will inspire you to keep living faithfully in your life with Jesus.
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth Laury teaches us how to deal with challenging emotions and how to see them as invitations to prayer.
In today's episode of a Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury shares some basic steps to help us stop destructive negative thoughts and follow the Holy Spirit to think about what is trustworthy and noble. It is by this daily practice that we find great peace and joy.
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth Laury explains how we can learn to hear God's unique voice through practice, prayer, attentiveness, and patience. Love, humility, and belief are key characteristics for developing our listening ears.
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth encourages us to practice the presence of God. By awakening our unconscious mind we start to grow in relationship with Jesus and find joy in our daily task.
In today's episode of a Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury shares how we can develop the mind of Christ. Some simple and intentional practices can keep us from falling into the lies of the enemy.
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth Laury shares the history of Mount Pisgah Church. It is exciting to hear about the transformed lives and land. We can celebrate God's creation in this body of Christ for His purpose.
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth Laury shares about the Jewish tradition and apprenticeship to the Rabbi or trade. She reminds us of Jesus' invitation to be His disciple today with a reflection on our willingness to follow.
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth Laury shares her testimony and a reminder to ask for what we need. Our good Father is ready to answer vulnerable and seeking prayers
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth Laury reads a Scriptural love letter from God to His child. This radical love for us is more than we can comprehend.
In today's episode of a Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury shares why she calls herself a guide. Then she shares an illustration that helps us to look at troubles as blessings and find strength in God alone. Listen now!
In today's episode of a Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury uses the illustration of how our life is like a pencil. As you consider each of the similarities, she invites us to reflect and pray and see how Jesus is inviting us to even more. Listen now!
In today's episode of a Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury shows us the slippery slope from providing for your family to thinking your value is your accomplishments. She reminds us that Satan is telling us lies and it is only by being an image bearer that we find our true value in life. Listen now as you learn how.
In today's episode of a Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury shares a story about the power of speaking God's Word over others. By reading, memorizing, and repeating Scripture, it will not return void. Listen now to hear how.
In today's episode of a Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury shares the story of how Corrie Ten Boom was given the opportunity to forgive the prison guard that treated her horrifically in the Nazis concentration camp. Maybe we too can find the help to forgive those that hurt us.
In today's episode of Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury reminds us what true religion is and how we must be very wise about the words and the thoughts we allow to enter our life. If we are not careful, we become polluted and follow the lies of the world. Jesus calls us to have the mind of Christ. Listen now to find out how.
In today's episode of the Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury talks about how God has a promise for abundant life for us. Many people miss out because of the world's lies, which move us to a path of fear and a false identity. Listen now as we find the narrow gate which is full of peace, hope, love, and joy.
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth Laury helps us see how Jesus is like our supervisor at work. He teaches us the business of life, how God's Word prepares us to think like Him, and how to do the things He would if He lived our life.
In today's episode of a Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury explains how confession is like a bath and the joy of being cleansed by Jesus. Confession is not easy or well-practiced, but there is great freedom, peace, and reconciliation if we cooperate.
In today's episode of a Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury shares how meditating on a parable is like going to the movies with Jesus. It is personal and often explodes your prayer life as the Holy Spirit reveals new things. Listen and ponder for yourself as she discusses this story of the adulterous woman.
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth Laury teaches us how our posture, place, and people help us worship. God is looking for true worshippers and with a few easy steps, we can move from stale to amazed on Sunday mornings. And you do not have to join the choir...though I do recommend it.
In today's episode, Beth shares some easy steps to help you refocus on Jesus and enjoy His peace when we usually drift in our everyday life. It is simple and helpful if we practice: stop, reflect, and pray.
In Today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth teaches us how God is present to process our emotions and bring us healing. We live in a world that tells us to stuff our emotions. We seldom make space to deal with them, but they are windows to our souls and invitations to pray. Learn how the Psalms can be a great tool for moving us from pain to peace.
In today's episode of a moment of encouragement, Beth walks us through the beginning of Job and shows how Job's 3 friends had it correct at first. They responded with presence, empathy, and silence. What a gift! Listen and you will be inspired to offer the same to others in your life.
In Today’s moment of encouragement, Beth Laury teaches us the history and significance of a beloved hymn, When I Survey The Wondrous Cross. Issacs Watt’s personalization and hymnody is a true gift for us in worship.
Listen to the hymn here
When I Survey The Wondrous Cross - Norton Hall Band
In today’s Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury reminds us of how Jesus taught His disciples to bring peace over panic in all situations. Jesus asks us to do the same which is hard when things are falling apart around us. Listen as we are encouraged to respond with peace and love.
In today’s moment of encouragement, Beth Laury teaches us the importance of surrender and how we gain God’s peace and freedom by letting go of outcomes and expectations. You might find yourself walking with a little more pep and joy in your step.
Today’s moment of encouragement shows us, by loving Jesus, we do as He teaches, and we become the person He intended.
Today’s moment of encouragement inspires us to rest and renew in the holy day God set apart for us.
Today’s Moment Of Encouragement reminds us how God’s math is truly marvelous and worthy of praise.
Today’s moment of encouragement inspires us to pray and gives practical steps to deepen our relationship with God.
Today’s moment of encouragement reminds us to be tough-minded and tender-hearted just like Jesus.
Today’s moment of encouragement shows us how we can live in the Kingdom of God here and now.
In this closing episode, Mark Danzey and Beth Laury look back at the most impactful podcasts and look forward to God’s surprises in disciple-making.
Today’s moment of encouragement helps us rethink times of transition and see how God is working.
In today’s episode, Dr. Brian Russell inspires us to have the best parties as we intentionally build relationships with our neighbors and hopefully make new disciples of Jesus Christ.
Today’s moment of encouragement inspires us through the song Amazing Grace by John Newton.
In today’s episode, Shawn Allen teaches us how study, preparation, and flexibility are key practices for discipleship leaders.
Today’s Moment Of Encouragement invites us to reflect and learn what God may be teaching us.
In today’s episode, Dr. Kevin Watson speaks with us about our disciple-making history as Methodists and how following steps for growth in our faith leads to visible fruit.
In this week’s moment of encouragement, Beth Laury helps us find Jesus during a busy Christmas season.
In this episode, Beth Laury, Pastor of DiscipleLife at Mount Pisgah, teaches us the reasons why we need to know and share our story.
In this week’s episode, Bill Lohnes teaches us about maturing as Christians, why we need it, and how we grow.
In today’s episode, Tammy Danzey teaches us about spiritual journeys: how you create them, how to share them, and how you see God’s fingerprints in your life.
In this episode, Linnette Bachman, Nashville Navigator Rep and mother of five, shares how to disciple your children and grandchildren.
In this episode, Beth Laury shares with us how a simple invitation can be a big influence.
In today’s episode, Dave Bachman (Navigators City Director for Nashville, TN) shares with us how we can connect and bring Jesus to Gen Z, Millennials, and all in this lonely and broken world.
In this Moment Of Encouragement Beth shares with us some of the names of God you may or may not be familiar with and the characteristics they reveal of our great God.
In this week’s episode, Penny Morgan explains the work of the Holy Spirit and how we stay in step with Him in disciple making and all aspects of our life.
In today's Moment Of Encouragement, Beth shares with us why we should make it a habit to spend daily time with God.
In this episode, Bill Creech and Terry Cooper help us understand how a Walk to Emmaus spiritual retreat can play an integral part in our discipleship journey.
In this moment of encouragement, Beth Laury shares with us the story of William Tyndale and the English Bible.
In this week’s episode, Amy Van Haveren helps us better understand prayer and the purpose of prayer requests within our groups.
In this week's Moment Of Encouragement Beth shares with us the story behind the song It Is Well With My Soul.
In this episode, Beth answers some of the most asked questions regarding disciple making. Many of the responses will bring you peace.
In this Moment of Encouragement, Beth Laury shares with us about John Wesley's Aldersgate experience and how we can position ourselves to have our own.
In this episode, Jenny Bramel shares how we can intentionally disciple our children and grandchildren.
In this episode, Steve Wood unpacks the phrase “extra grace required” to help us in our personal relationships and group dynamics.
In this weeks Moment Of Encouragement, Beth Laury shares with us the story of D.L. Moody.
In this week’s episode, Michael Jordan helps us see how confidentiality, love, and time breeds a culture of accountability in a discipling relationship.
In this week's Moment Of Encouragement (MOE), Beth Laury shares with us Jesus' prayer for us as his people.
In this episode, Michelle Gray inspires us to see accountability as a key foundation for growth and an opportunity for freedom as disciples of Jesus Christ.
In this week's Moment Of Encouragement, Chuck McElroy shares with us his brief testimony.
In this episode, Mark Danzey interviews Dr. Jay Hughes. Jay shares his journey through the three stages of spiritual growth.
Today's episode starts our new series that comes out every other Monday. This series will contain short testimonies, prayers, and scriptures to keep you encouraged throughout your week. In this episode, Beth Laury explains Moment of Encouragement and shares with us an encouragement to find rest in Jesus.
In this episode, Alan White teaches us how Jesus came from the Father full of grace and truth and how he asks us to do the same.
In today’s episode, Kristy Pierce walks us through steps of personal worship and encourages us with some creative ways to draw closer to Jesus.
In today’s episode, Sandra Thrasher shares why and how to memorize Scripture. She gives us both classic and technical tips to help us write God’s Word on our hearts.
In today’s episode, Connie McIntyre shares why listening and asking questions are Christlike characteristics. She teaches us the three levels of listening and how to use reflective questions in discipleship.
In today’s episode, Jason Zemke teaches us the inductive Bible study method, how that can transform us personally, and how we can get excited about being in God’s word.
In today’s episode, Graham Garrison shares how and why authenticity and vulnerability are important parts of our spiritual growth and transformation.
In this episode, Steve Wood, Senior Pastor at Mount Pisgah UMC, shares wisdom and advice on discerning the spiritual needs of your group and how to best disciple them.
As we conclude our study in Romans 12, we look at how we love our enemies by supernaturally returning evil for good.
This week we answer the question "Is Christianity a private religion?" while looking at verses 9-13 in our study of Romans 12.
This week Mark takes us through verses 3-8 to tackle 3 of life's toughest questions as we dive into part 4 of our study in Romans 12.
This week Mark shares with us how we can say "yes" to God and "no" to the world's system, as we continue our study in Romans 12.
This week Mark continues our series in Romans 12 and discusses what it means to live out God's dream for our lives.
In this weeks episode, Mark takes us through an overview of Romans 12 and how important it is to disciple making.
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In today’s episode, the father-son team of Chuck and Luke McElroy share how technology can be used in disciple making and the need for us to have an authentic place for transformation.
Chuck Mc Elroy is a Christ follower, businessman, leader, husband, father, and dedicated disciple maker with a passion for the next generation. He was interviewed back in June 2019 and is back again today with his son, Luke.
Luke McElroy is a Christ follower, entrepreneur, author, founder of the SALT Creative Arts Community, husband and son who has a passion for equipping and inspiring the creative calling as a vehicle for God and His people.
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In today’s episode, Sandra Shaner explains why she wrote The Statements of Jesus, which is a 21-day meditation on being a true disciple of Jesus Christ.
Sandra Shaner is a Spiritual Director and disciple maker in the Metro-Atlanta Area. She has written the Statements of Jesus, which is a 21 day meditation that allows you to understand the seriousness of being a disciple. The Statements of Jesus can be found on 419disciplemakers.org
This week we change it up a little bit as we get to hear Dr. Brian Russell interview Mark about how coaching and disciple making go hand in hand. Also check out Dr. Brian Russell’s podcast The Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-deep-dive-spirituality-conversations-podcast/id1507062226
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In today’s episode, we learn the reasons for one-on-one discipleship and the steps to help people heal and grow as they become full followers of Jesus Christ.
On this weeks episode Dr. Brian Russell shares with us practical tips for growing in faith through the power of centering prayer.
In today’s episode, we learn that stewardship is discipleship and Lordship. They cannot be separated. Duane and Ray teach us to use our time, talent and resources for God’s glory.
This week we have a wonderful conversation with John Fowler about how his life experiences honed him into the disciple maker he is today. He also shares his perspective and insight on the racial issues in our country and how we as Christians can part of the solution.
In this episode we learn from pastor, speaker, author and disciple maker, Greg Ogden. We know him as the author of Discipleship Essentials and he is our guest speaker at our 2020 annual 4:19 Disciple Makers conference. Today, Greg teaches us the difference between a Christian and a Disciple.
Greg Ogden is “retired” or better yet “redeployed” (as of March 2012) from professional church leadership. He now lives out his passion for speaking, teaching, and writing about the disciple-making mission of the church.
He is the author of six books: Unfinished Business: Returning the Ministry to the People of God (Zondervan, 2003), Discipleship Essentials: A Guide to Building Your Life in Christ: Expanded and Revised (InterVarsity Press, 2019), Transforming Discipleship: Making Disciples a Few at a Time (Intervarsity Press, 2016); with co-author, Daniel Meyer, Leadership Essentials: Shaping Vision, Multiplying Influence, Defining Character (InterVarsity Press, 2007), The Essential Commandment: A Guide to Loving God and Others (InterVarsity Press, 2011), and lastly, Essential Guide to Becoming a Disciple (November 2016).
Dr. Ogden is a chairman of the board of Global Discipleship Initiative (GDI). GDI trains, coaches, and inspires pastors and Christian leaders to establish indigenous, multiplying, disciple-making movements, both nationally and internationally. (globaldi.org)
Paula Lohnes joins us this week to discuss her life story and how she felt called to disciple other women locally and around the world.
This week Mickey Lyons joins us to discuss two life principles: 1) disciple making starts by nurturing, investing in and praying for those around us and 2) the importance of work, family and faith balance.
Background: Mickey Lyons has been at Mount Pisgah for 15 years and grown to see his role as a disciple maker. As the Technical Director for a large Church he invests in both adult and teenage volunteers.
This week we continue our conversation with Deb McGoldrick discussing how simple it can be to start implementing the principles of the great commission and how these simple actions have great impacts.
This week Deb McGoldrick joins us on the podcast to discuss how simple it can be to start implementing the principles of the great commission and how these simple actions have great impacts.
In this weeks episode Beth Laury takes on the hot topic of the racism and how important discipleship, understanding, and love are in defeating it.
In this episode, Pastor Mark Danzey speaks to bearing fruit as a disciple of Jesus. This requires a long obedience in the same direction. Join Mark as he encourages us on how to stay the course in living out the great commission.
This week we continue our conversation with Jarek Pietrzak, as he reminds us how powerful yet simple disciple making can be.
This week Jarek Pietrzak joins us all the way from Poland for a conversation to remind us how powerful yet simple disciple making can be.
This week we continue our conversation with Clark Miller as he shares with us how we can serve out of the overflow in our lives and the importance of discipleship groups for living a Christian life.
This week Clark Miller joins us to share how we can serve out of the overflow in our lives and the importance of discipleship groups for living a Christian life.
This week we continue our conversation with Rob Vaka as he shares with us the story of Christ in his life and living a life full of abundance, possibility, and hope.
On this weeks episode we talk with Rob Vaka who shares with us the story of Christ in his life and living a life full of abundance, possibility, and hope.
This week we continue our conversation with Chris Henderson as he shares with us his story of coming to Christ and discovering discipleship as the answer when searching for “something more” in Christianity.
This week Chris Henderson shares with us his story of coming to Christ and discovering discipleship as the answer when searching for “something more” in Christianity.
This week we continue our conversation with Beth Laury as she explains the cycle of grace and how we can better understand what that means for us as disciple makers.
This week Beth Laury is back to talk with us about the cycle of grace and how we can better understand what that means for us as disciple makers.
This week we continue our conversation with Duane Wood as he tells us his life story and how his life has been dedicated to sharing the gospel.
This week Duane Wood joins us to tell us his life story and how his life has been dedicated to sharing the gospel.
This week we continue our conversation with Ray Bachman as he shares his story of coming to Christ and how he started making disciples in the market place.
This week Ray Bachman shares with us his story of coming to Christ and how he started making disciples in the market place.
This week we continue our conversation with Mitch Schultz as he talks with us about how he became a disciple maker and how he found Gods plan when life got hard.
This week Mitch Schultz talks with us about how he became a disciple maker and how he found Gods plan when life got hard.
This week we continue our conversation with Rick Thompson as he shares with us how God worked within his suffering to bring about a great missional life.
This Week Rick Thompson joins us to discuss his discipleship journey. He shares with us how God worked within the suffering in Rick's life to bring about a great missional life.
This week we continue our conversation with Ron Frahler as he shares with us his story of living as a disciple maker.
This week we finish our series looking at Jesus' method for making disciples. Mark closes our series out with a look at the epilogue and the challenge of establishing our plan to be a disciple that makes disciples.
This week we continue our series looking at Jesus' method for making disciples. Mark explains the 8th step (Reproduction) and how we should be reproducing disciple makers in order to spread Gospel around the globe.
This week we continue our series looking at Jesus' method for making disciples. Mark explains the 7th step (Supervision) and how we should be assigning and supervising the progress of those we are discipling.
This week we continue our series looking at Jesus' method for making disciples. Mark explains the 6th step (Delegation) and explains how we should be delegating the responsibility of spreading the gospel in order to reach the ends of the earth.
This week we continue our series looking at Jesus' method for making disciples. Mark explains the 5th step (Demonstration) and how we should be demonstrating a life of discipleship and leadership to the people we are discipling.
This week we continue our series looking at Jesus' method for making disciples. Mark explains the 4th step (Impartation) and the importance of imparting knowledge to others as Jesus showed us when he imparted the Holy Spirit to the disciples before he left.
This week we continue our series looking at Jesus' method for making disciples. Mark explains the 3rd step (consecration) and how it is the center piece of the disciple making process.
This week we continue our series looking at Jesus' method for making disciples. Mark explains the importance of associating with others —the "Be With" principle— and how Jesus used this to build up the disciples.
This week we start a series looking at Jesus' method for making disciples. Mark will be using The Master Plan Of Evangelism as our guide as we break down Jesus' 8 steps of making disciples.
This week Mark shares his story of how he became a disciple maker. He also shares the 6 reasons he did not disciple and how God changed his heart to become a disciple maker.
We continue our conversation with Christen Clark as she shares with us how important is to reach children and guide them in discipleship from a young age.
Christen Clark shares with us how important is to reach children and guide them in discipleship from a young age.
This week Mark and Jeff continue their discussion on how to keep personal worship and the discipleship group from falling into a dry routine.
On this weeks episode Mark sits down with Jeff Able to discuss how to keep personal worship and the discipleship group from falling into a dry routine.
Today we hear from the founding president of Leadership Transformations, Rev. Stephen A. Macchia as he and Mark discuss how to balance discipleship and spiritual formation.
Today we hear from the founding president of Leadership Transformations, Rev. Stephen A. Macchia as he and Mark discuss how to balance discipleship and spiritual formation.
This week we continue our conversation with Former NFL wide receiver Wallace Francis, as he shares with us his story of coming to Christ and what discipleship has meant to him throughout his life.
Former NFL wide receiver Wallace Francis shares with us his story of coming to Christ and what discipleship has meant to him throughout his life.
This week we jump back in with Valorie Deel, discussing how important community is for people to find healing in their lives.
This week Valorie Deel, Caring Pastor at Mount Pisgah Church, joins us to discuss how important community is for people to find healing in their lives.
We continue our discussion with Michael Jordan about discipleship in the context of global missions.
Beth Laury inspires us by helping us with the best practices of showing up intentionally and trusting the slow work of God.
Heather Jallad is an area director of Fresh Expression UK and US. This movement is seeking to take the Church from the fringe of society back to the center of impact.
Heather Jallad is an area director of Fresh Expression UK and US. This movement is seeking to take the Church from the fringe of society back to the center of impact.
Dr. Winston Worrell has spent most of his ministry helping the average person learn to share their faith in Jesus. Listen as we continue our conversation on how to have a spiritual conversation with anyone you meet.
Dr. Winston Worrell has spent most of his ministry helping the average person learn to share their faith in Jesus. Listen as Winston gives several practical tips on how to have a spiritual conversation with anyone you meet.
Engaging younger generations can be a challenging and amazingly rewarding experience. Chuck McElroy explains the process he uses to reach and disciple the next generation.
Chuck McElroy shares his journey from being a business man with a growing family, to becoming a disciple maker, and what he has found that works as he walks a group as Jesus walked with the 12 disciples.
This week Jason Zemke shares his story of leaving the corporate world for a life of ministry and how discernment played a huge role in figuring out what God has called him to do. Listen as Jason teaches his principles in discerning God’s will and direction.
Rita Felice shares with us this week how important it is to start disciple making at a young age and she expounds on her experience with discipling other women.
On this weeks episode we learn more about Joan Wood's proven methods to select people for your discipleship group.
On this weeks episode Joan Wood shares with us her proven methods to select people for your discipleship group.
We continue with our conversation with Michelle Gray about how she helps people understand their worldview and learn what a biblical worldview looks like.
On this week's episode, Michelle Gray talks about how she helps people understand their worldview and learn what a biblical worldview looks like.
This week's podcast is a wonderfully insightful message with guest Terry Cooper. Listen as Terry describes his discipleship journey from being led to leading.
This week Bill Lohnes continues to share with us the story of how he came to Christ and his understanding of what it means to be a steward of disciple making.
Bill Lohnes shares with us the story of how he came to Christ and his understanding of what it means to be a steward of disciple making.
Stan Hill shares how one invitation can make a lifetime impact. He will also speak to his approach at nurturing a group of men as well as discipling his own grandchildren.
An interview with Alan White, a veteran youth pastor. We discuss next-generation discipleship and the importance of balancing head knowledge with heart change. Part 2
An interview with Alan White, a veteran youth pastor. We discuss next-generation discipleship and the importance of balancing head knowledge with heart change.
There are 4 calls that Christ has on every life. Simon Mortimer works as a construction consultant, and his true passion is building a strong relationship with God. Through this episode he shares his journey of answering the 4 calls.
Part 2 - Mark Danzey is the host of 4:19 Disciple Makers podcast and we want to now more about his passion of making disciples of Jesus Christ. In this episode the tables are turned and Mark is interviewed.
Mark Danzey is the host of 4:19 Disciple Makers podcast and we want to now more about his passion of making disciples of Jesus Christ. In this episode the tables are turned and Mark is interviewed.
Part 2 - Adam Borneman from Macedonia Ministries shares his thoughts on group dynamics and how to deal with differing personalities of people in groups.
Adam Borneman from Macedonia Ministries shares his thoughts on group dynamics and how to deal with differing personalities of people in groups.
Part 2 as Pastor Steve Wood speaks about the 5 key behaviors of a disciple. He shares his personal journey of living into these behaviors as a pastor for more than 30 years.
Pastor Steve Wood speaks about the 5 key behaviors of a disciple. He shares his personal journey of living into these behaviors as a pastor for more than 30 years.