Discipleship

Wes Widner on October 13th, 2010

What is the goal of parenthood? Before we explore what it is, let’s dispel some myths of what it is not. The goal of parenthood is not to… make kids feel good about themselves relive our childhood fix parents mistakes keep them from pain While some of these things are otherwise good goals, they are [...]

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Wes Widner on September 17th, 2010

I love reading Alan Knox’s blog, Assembling of the Church, mostly because Alan provides clear insights into the Christian life as expressed in Scripture. Recently Alan has written a few posts on internet ministry wherein he explores the role technology, and social media in particular, plays in regards to evangelization and discipleship. Generally exploring what [...]

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Wes Widner on November 2nd, 2009

Close your eyes for a minute and try to picture the model Christian man. Chances are you’ll envision someone who is meek, mild, quiet and complacent. Just like many deacons and elders in the average Church. What’s wrong with this picture? Well, for starters, it is far removed from the risk-taking, bold, and outspoken men [...]

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Wes Widner on October 21st, 2009

In a recent conversation a few friends of mine were talking about their favorite preachers/teachers so we all compiled a list of (mostly)1 contemporary preachers and teachers we liked and admired. Here’s my reply: While I won’t dare to compile an exhaustive list, I will take my cue from Jeff and list a few favorite [...]

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Wes Widner on August 18th, 2009

I recently came across an excellent sermon series on Christian discipleship, relationship with the culture, and the central calling of the great commission given recently at SEBTS. This series is by Ken Myers, director of Mars Hill Audio. Here are the links to Ken’s sermons, the corresponding interview1, and various other resources by Ken Myers [...]

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