Everyday Ministry
We're going for ourselves! And you should join us! We are running so we can grow in evangelism, both as individuals and as part of a community of believers. Many people struggle with this task, so we discuss why Christians should seek, make, and not just wait for opportunities to share the gospel. It’s essential to have a love for the lost and trust God to open blind eyes, but our passivity shouldn't prevent us from scattering seeds. By recognizing our need to grow in evangelism, we can come together to learn how to share the gospel, equip ourselves with tools, reach the lost, and provide a...
info_outline Leading the people in front of you wellEveryday Ministry
Curriculum is just letters on a page. Our convictions give us an idea we want people to know and curriculum gives us a framework to get people into the bible and thinking this way. (For example: disciples understanding their calling as disciple-making disciples). Too much emphasis is put on the curriculum and not much on the goal and role of the class. The role of the teacher is not to just get through the course, it’s to teach the people in front of you. Matthias Media resources mentioned: The Course of Your Life Growth and Change How to Walk into Church Music: Fun Kid -...
info_outline Gospel verses that nag at you like a pebble in your shoeEveryday Ministry
A gospel verse is one that stands out to you, and stays with you like a pebble in your shoe. What verses do you cling to or refer back to when it comes to sharing the gospel? We can be encouraged and motivated by dwelling on Scripture as we navigate the hard work of evangelism. 2 Cor 5 & 6 Col 1:20 Col 3 1 Peter 1:3 Matthias Media resources mentioned: Learn the Gospel Share the Gospel Two Ways To Live Music: Fun Kid - Quincas Moreira
info_outline Reading for the non-readerEveryday Ministry
Reading is good and why don’t we do more of it. And how can we encourage non-readers to read? A disciple is a learner and the biggest way we learn is by reading. Reading good theology helps you in your Bible reading. And Bible reading helps you in your theology reading. Matthias Media resources mentioned: Guidance and the Voice of God Other: Gospel of the Kingdom God's Big Picture Music: Fun Kid - Quincas Moreira
info_outline I invited my friend to church and she took me up on itEveryday Ministry
Let’s walk through what it looks like to invite someone to church. Is it as hard as we think it is? Why is evangelism so hard? Marty and Lindsey talk about the Sunday morning time, thinking through what a non Christian would experience. As we continue to engage with people that have come to church with us, we can take the next step to share the gospel and have intentional spiritual conversations. Be an inviting person and be willing to get past the pain point as you engage with non-Christians. Matthias Media resources mentioned: Gospel Speech Share the Gospel The Vine Project Music:...
info_outline Discipling a new ChristianEveryday Ministry
Marty and Lindsey talk about discipleship: what it is, why it's important and why we should desire to participate in it. Hear from Lindsey as she shares her experience with a good friend. Matthias Media resources mentioned: One to One Bible Reading Rest Assured (1 John - Interactive Bible Studies) That You May Know (1 John - Pathway Bible Guide) Matthias Bible Guide: Letters of John Other: COMA Method Swedish Method Music: Fun Kid - Quincas Moreira
info_outline Learning and teaching the gospelEveryday Ministry
Marty and Lindsey talk about Lindsey’s recent experience teaching the Learn the Gospel course. Hear the perspective of a lay leader and the ins and outs of teaching. Matthias Media resources mentioned: Two Ways to Live Learn the Gospel Share the Gospel The Christian Gospel Other: Music: Fun Kid - Quincas Moreira
info_outline Gospel clarity for the everyday ChristianEveryday Ministry
Marty and Lindsey discuss what it means to be an everyday gospeler. The challenge to consider: if we aren't actively sharing the gospel then we haven't yet learned the gospel. God commands us to love God and love others. Sharing the gospel is the greatest way we can do that for those around us. Understanding clearly what the gospel message is crucial for everyday gospel work. Matthias Media resources mentioned: Learn the Gospel Share the Gospel Course of Your Life The Christian Gospel Other: Honest Evangelism (Rico Tice) Music: Fun Kid - Quincas Moreira
info_outline Vine Work in a Pandemic: Colleen McFaddenEveryday Ministry
What does vine work look like now? This is an interview with Colleen McFadden who is the director of women's workshops at the Charles Simeon Trust. She and the US director of Matthias Media, Marty Sweeney discuss what discipleship looks like now.
info_outline Vine Work in a Pandemic: Jonathan CarswellEveryday Ministry
Making the Most of the Rest of Your Life: US AU What does vine work look like now? This is an interview with 10ofThose CEO, Jonathan Carswell, and the US director of Matthias Media, Marty Sweeney.
info_outlineReading is good and why don’t we do more of it. And how can we encourage non-readers to read? A disciple is a learner and the biggest way we learn is by reading. Reading good theology helps you in your Bible reading. And Bible reading helps you in your theology reading.
Matthias Media resources mentioned:
- Vinegrowers
- Guidance and the Voice of God
Other:
- Gospel of the Kingdom
- God's Big Picture
Music: Fun Kid - Quincas Moreira