Welcome back to The Now Life! In this season finale, Shawn and Josh kick things off by reminding us just how relatable Jesus is. Like us, He experienced frustration with people — yet He always responded with love and compassion. As we share the gospel and make disciples, we’re called to follow His example and not let our frustrations get the best of us. Throughout this season, Shawn and Josh have laid out the foundational elements of the Picture of a Disciple:

• Follow Jesus

• Engage with God

• Connect with Others

• Live on Mission

• Make Disciples

The first and most essential step is following Jesus. After all, how can we live as true pictures of disciples without first committing to that? As Josh points out, this step is crucial to becoming an effective disciple. If you’re struggling in this area, don’t go it alone. Seek support from fellow believers — or even from us! And once you’ve embraced the Picture of a Disciple, the question becomes: What’s your next right step? How can you follow Jesus more deeply? Which area needs your focus right now? Let’s explore these questions together as we wrap up the season!

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We’re back with Part 2 of our interview with Gail Hosea and Danya Works! In this episode, we dive into how God is moving in their lives right now. As the Now Life podcast, we’re so grateful to share the incredible story of how God brought these two seemingly different women together — for His glory and the good of others. Their passion and excitement for making disciples is contagious, offering a refreshing and encouraging perspective. You won’t want to miss it!

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Friends! We’re thrilled to share this inspiring interview with you! Joining us in the studio are our friends Gail Hosea and Danya Works, and they’re opening up about their discipleship journeys. In this first part of the conversation, they share their personal experiences of being discipled after becoming believers. With honesty and transparency, they reflect on what did — and didn’t — happen as they grew in their faith. Their stories of navigating the early days of their spiritual journeys, often walking alone and relying on themselves, may resonate with many of you. Unfortunately, this is a common experience within the church. But here’s the good news — we can make a difference! Throughout this conversation, you’ll be encouraged and challenged to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. So, listen in and be uplifted!

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Welcome back! You’ve reached the end of the beginning. Over the past five episodes, we’ve explored The Picture of a Disciple to help you embark on the journey of living the Now Life. This picture serves as a foundational tool, reflecting who Jesus calls us to be as His followers. In this episode, Shawn and Josh dive into the final step of the picture: disciples make disciples. Obeying Jesus’ command to make disciples isn’t just important—it’s essential for advancing God’s Kingdom and multiplying disciples who, in turn, make more disciples. So, friends, who are you discipling?

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Did you know that God has called us to intentionally share and reproduce our faith in the world? As we continue our discussion on The Picture of a Disciple, we’re focusing on what it means to Live on Mission. This calling is about both demonstrating Jesus through our actions and declaring Him with our words. As followers of Christ, we are sent into the world to reach the lost and make disciples. There is no greater gift than experiencing God’s forgiveness and stepping into a relationship with Jesus. Will you answer the call to share the gospel? Listen in and be inspired to live as Jesus did.

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We’re continuing our discussion on The Picture of a Disciple, and in this episode, we’re diving into what it means for disciples of Jesus to connect with others. You may have heard (or even thought), “I love Jesus, but I don’t need the church.”—but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Jesus calls His followers into deep, maturing relationships with other disciples. We grow by learning from one another, serving one another, and living in community as the body of Christ. The truth is, we need the Church, and the Church needs us. Listen in as we explore why connecting with others is essential to your spiritual maturity!

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In this episode, we’re exploring how disciples of Jesus engage with God. Jesus invites every follower into a personal, growing relationship with Him—one that is nurtured through reading His Word (the Bible) and prayer. This connection is essential for spiritual growth. But it’s not just about hearing God’s Word; true transformation happens when we apply it to our lives. After all, application is the key to a life that is both changed and fulfilled. Remember: Information + Application = Transformation!

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Welcome back! Today, we continue exploring The Picture of a Disciple as Shawn and Josh dive into what it truly means to follow Jesus. This is the heart of discipleship—the foundation upon which everything else is built. Jesus calls us into a transformative relationship with Him, one that shapes every aspect of our lives. Who we believe Jesus is profoundly impacts how we live for Him. He leads; we follow. Take a moment to tune in and reflect on this essential part of the journey.

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