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Friend, your calling is to follow Jesus. It’s no
Friend, your calling is to follow Jesus. It’s not for the faint of heart or the comfort-seeker, or the platform-builder or the social-media-diva. It’s for the persevering soul who keeps at it… again and again, no matter what because the white hot fire in her heart just. won’t. die. down. ...even when she’s down. It’s for the one who chooses to eliminate worldly distractions in order to concentrate on eternal fruit. 
It’s for the one who gets up and goes back out into the harvest field over and over and over again, sowing seeds of Truth with sweat on her brow, dirt behind her nails, pouring her life out and inconveniencing herself in order to love the helpless and harassed and help them to know the only One who can do anything about everything that concerns them. It’s for the one who knows and loves Jesus with a self-forgetfulness that responds without wavering when He says, “Go…and make disciples.” It’s for the one who knows deep down into the marrow of her bones that JESUS IS EVERYTHING and He is worth it and that He is the Answer everyone is looking for. It’s for the one who follows Jesus into the harvest field and never looks back. That's where her Great Adventure awaits! That’s where she finds the life she was put on this planet to live- a life that produces a harvest beyond her wildest dreams. Her life is not her own… but it is a supernatural life- the kind that has only one explanation: JESUS. Sister, you were meant to live a life like that. You were meant to follow Jesus and flourish to the glory of God. I love y’all! xo – P ❤️ #flourish #LifeOnLife #Discipleship #disciplesmakingdisciples #Gather #Teach #Equip #Flourish #lifeonlifepodcast #discipleship #lifetogether

A strong Word for these uncertain times we live in
A strong Word for these uncertain times we live in. I sure hope this Truth gives somebody out there serious peace of mind today… and every day. . I love y’all! xo P♥️ . #lifeonlifepodcast #discipleship #lifetogether #bettertogether #makingthemostofnow #hisway #notmine #knowjesus #lovejesus #followjesus #godsword #bible #readthebible #goddoesnotchange

That’s a quote from the remarkable @chuckrswindo
That’s a quote from the remarkable @chuckrswindoll and I love it. There’s always room at Jesus’ table for those who’ve been excluded. People may tell you: You can’t... You won’t... You’ll never... You’ll always... You’re not ... You’re nothing but... But Jesus says: You can... You will... You’re more... You are who I say you are. There’s always room at Jesus’ table for you, friend. “Later Jesus and his disciples were at home having supper with a collection of disreputable guests. Unlikely as it seems, more than a few of them had become followers. The religion scholars and Pharisees saw him keeping this kind of company and lit into his disciples: “What kind of example is this, acting cozy with the riffraff?” Mark 2:15 - The Message I love y’all! xo P♥️. #lifeonlifepodcast #discipleship #lifetogether #bettertogether #makingthemostofnow #hisway #notmine #knowjesus #lovejesus #followjesus #godsword #bible #readthebible #jesussaid

Today we begin the Gospel of Mark! Check out the 9
Today we begin the Gospel of Mark! Check out the 9-minute overview video by @thebibleproject (link in bio) to help set the stage for the second book in our 100 Days with Jesus reading plan.⠀ ⠀ Then, come back and tell me something new you’ve learned from today’s reading!⠀ ⠀ I love y’all!⠀⠀ xo – P ❤️⠀ ⠀ More about Bible Project:⠀ ⠀ “BibleProject is a nonprofit animation studio that produces short-form, fully animated Bible videos and other Bible resources to make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere. We create 100% free Bible videos, podcasts, and Bible resources to help people experience the story of the Bible.⠀ ⠀ From page one to the final word, we believe the Bible is a unified story that leads to Jesus. This diverse collection of ancient books overflows with wisdom for our modern world. As we let the biblical story speak for itself, we believe the message of Jesus will transform individuals and entire communities.⠀ ⠀ Many people have misunderstood the Bible as a collection of inspirational quotes or a divine instruction manual dropped from heaven. Most of us gravitate toward sections we enjoy while avoiding parts that are confusing or even disturbing.⠀ ⠀ Our Bible resources help people experience the Bible in a way that is approachable, engaging, and transformative. We do this by showcasing the literary art of the Scriptures and tracing the themes found in them from beginning to end. Rather than taking the stance of a specific tradition or denomination, we create materials to elevate the Bible for all people and draw our eyes to its unified message.”⠀ ⠀ #lifeonlifepodcast #discipleship #lifetogether #bettertogether #makingthemostofnow #hisway #notmine #knowjesus #lovejesus #followjesus #godsword #bible #readthebible

Today’s reading [DAY 32] is near and dear to my
Today’s reading [DAY 32] is near and dear to my heart. In fact, it’s the actual *heart* of this ministry - fulfilling Jesus’ great commission to all believers to make disciples (who make disciples).⠀ ⠀ Making disciples is the hardest work I've ever loved. Much like raising kids, it’s an eternal investment. Jesus didn't say, “Go and make Christians.” What Jesus did say was, “Go- and make disciples." So, what's the difference in a “Christian” and a “disciple”? Is there one? Can you be a Christian without being a disciple? Can you be a disciple without being a Christian?⠀ ⠀ The word “Christian” is used 7 times in the New Testament; but “disciple” is used over 260 times. Repetitive words represent importance, so there's particular significance in being a disciple. But what does that mean?⠀ ⠀ In Jesus’ final words to his disciples he sends them off with this command: "Jesus said, 'Go out and make disciples… Then disciple them. Form them in the practices and postures that I have taught you, and show them how to follow the commands I have laid down for you…” (Matt.28:19-20, The Voice).”⠀ ⠀ In context what Jesus is saying to us is, “Go- and make disciples who will make disciples…" Essentially, “Go, raise up some spiritual babies; pour your life into them, nurture them in their faith, teach them what you know of Me and how I’ve worked in your life, and show them how to follow Me and make disciples.”⠀ ⠀ It starts with obedience and trust. Trust God that if he calls you to it he will see you through it. Jesus never commands us to go anywhere that he doesn’t go with us, or do anything that he doesn’t do with us. When he says, “Go…and make disciples… and I’ll be with you,” he means it.⠀ ⠀ I love y’all!⠀ xo – P ❤️⠀ ⠀ “And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.’” Matthew 28:18-20⠀ ⠀ #lifeonlifepodcast #discipleship #lifetogether #bettertogether #makingthemostofnow #hisway #notmine #knowjesus

Then the seventh angel blew his trumpet, and there
Then the seventh angel blew his trumpet, and there were loud voices in heaven, saying, “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he shall reign forever and ever.” . Revelation 11:15 xo P♥️

God will only, always give you what is best for yo
God will only, always give you what is best for you. Not just his best, but also what is good and actually perfect for you. We cannot understand the mind of God, but we can still conform our minds to the way God thinks by what he has revealed of himself in his Word. We can trust who God is, and grow to know and understand that he is a good Father, who does good because he is good and cannot be separated from his goodness. So it’s up to us to surrender our minds and our thinking to his way of thinking… his way of seeing what is truly good. And when we embrace that…when we embrace his will, things change. We begin to see things that the world promotes and demotes through the God-lens of the Scripture… and we find this world to be lacking and misdirecting. We begin to see fruitfulness and purpose coming from the very things the world has marked as “less than”; and we start to realize and internalize that our worth and our identity comes from God alone who does not brand us with an expiration date, or limit our effectiveness based on our age, physical condition, social status, financial status, marital status, or social media followers. His will for your life and mine is so much bigger, better, more satisfying, well-pleasing and more perfect than we could ever choose for ourselves. When you give God your all he will bring the best out of you because he has put his best in you: Jesus himself. Have you really, fully surrendered all of YOU to all of HIM? Your past, your present, your future; your hopes and dreams; your heartaches and fears; your anger, your pride, you “must haves” and your secrets? Give him your all and watch him work out a life of profoundly effective eternal purpose in you. I love y’all! xo – P ❤️ #lifeonlifepodcast #discipleship #lifetogether #bettertogether #makingthemostofnow #hisway #notmine #knowjesus #lovejesus #followjesus #godsword #bible #readthebible

An honor, a privilege and a right we never take fo
An honor, a privilege and a right we never take for granted! We love our country and thank God for our many freedoms here! God bless America! ♥️🤍💙🇺🇸 . #vote #freedom #america #usa

We’re half-way through October! Let’s keep goi
We’re half-way through October! Let’s keep going! Remember, start where you are. Don't get hung up on the dates in this plan - just start Day 1 whenever you can and work on building that daily habit with time with Jesus! Check the links in bio for the full reading plan, study guides, and chapter videos!⠀ ⠀ I love y’all!⠀ xo – P ❤️⠀ ⠀ #lifeonlifepodcast #discipleship #lifetogether #bettertogether #makingthemostofnow #hisway #notmine #knowjesus #lovejesus #followjesus #godsword #bible #readthebible

Matthew chapter 20 opens with a parable of the lab
Matthew chapter 20 opens with a parable of the laborers which shows us a picture of God’s generosity. The owner of the vineyard sets out during harvest time to hire laborers. To the laborers he hires in the morning, he negotiates a day’s wage (vs. 2). Two more times he sees laborers who are waiting for work - probably desperate for work as the day goes by since they’ll likely be paid less for doing less work, and he sends them into his field (vs. 3-7).⠀ ⠀ At the end of the day, the laborers all received the same wage. Those who worked the full day were upset - shouldn’t they receive more? But no, the owner says - he paid what he agreed to pay them (vs. 9-13). And in his great generosity, he paid the other laborers the same amount. Everyone finished the day and were paid equally, regardless of when they began. “The last shall be first and the first shall be last” (vs. 16). It’s the same finish line for everyone.⠀ ⠀ This is a beautiful picture of the salvation we have in Christ Jesus - no matter if you were saved early in life or like the thief on the cross who was saved in the last hour - the free gift of salvation is yours for eternity. The ground is level at the foot of the cross; for each and every one who asks receives the same gracious gift! Thank you, God, for your abundant grace!⠀ ⠀ I love y’all!⠀ xo – P ❤️⠀ ⠀ “‘Take what belongs to you and go. I choose to give to this last worker as I give to you. Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or do you begrudge my generosity?’ So the last will be first, and the first last.” (Matthew 20:14-16)⠀ ⠀ #lifeonlifepodcast #discipleship #lifetogether #bettertogether #makingthemostofnow #hisway #notmine #knowjesus #lovejesus #followjesus #godsword #bible #readthebible


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