Tuesday, January 6th:Belief is essential—but belief alone was never meant to carry the full weight of discipleship. In this episode of The Daily Grind, we explore why Jesus consistently invited people into apprenticeship, not just agreement. Jesus didn’t simply ask people to believe true things about him; he taught them how to live with God in everyday life. Drawing from The Divine Conspiracy and The Great Omission, this episode examines how faith becomes fragile when it remains theoretical and how it gains strength when practiced. Apprenticeship invites us to trust Jesus enough to try his way of living. Discipleship is not about perfection, but direction—learning, practicing, and growing over time. The question isn’t just what we believe, but who we are apprenticing under. Belief opens the door, but apprenticeship is where belief becomes life.

Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus DRAY‑koh DOR‑mee‑enz NOON‑kwahm tih‑tih‑LAN‑doos means Never tickle a sleeping dragon. Solid life advice.

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Monday, December 5th: In this episode, John delves into the concept of discipleship, emphasizing that it is not merely about belief but about actively learning from Jesus. He discusses the importance of embodying teachings, the challenges posed by distractions in modern life, and the necessity of trust and transformation in the discipleship journey. The conversation encourages listeners to reflect on who or what is shaping their lives and to consider practical steps to learn from Jesus in a meaningful way.

Takeaways

• Discipleship is about learning to live as Jesus lived.
• It requires proximity, patience, and presence.
• Discipleship is not passive; it demands active engagement.
• The goal is to become the kind of person Jesus was.
• Discipleship is disrupted by distractions in modern life.
• Everyone is being formed by something, consciously or unconsciously.
• Trust in Jesus is essential for true discipleship.
• Discipleship aligns us with reality as God intends it.
• Learning from Jesus involves practice, not just theory.
• A disciple is someone who is willing to learn and grow.

Outline

1. Understanding Discipleship
2. The Nature of Learning from Jesus
3. The Challenge of Distraction in Discipleship
4. The Importance of Trust and Transformation
5. Practical Steps to Learning from Jesus

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Friday, December 2nd: Psalm 23 offers a vision of faith marked not by anxiety or bravado, but by quiet confidence in God. In this episode, we rediscover the psalm as a lived confession rather than a ceremonial reading. David’s confidence isn’t rooted in the absence of trouble, but in the presence of a faithful shepherd. This kind of trust reshapes how we face fear, uncertainty, and unmet expectations. Casual confidence in God grows through daily interaction and lived trust, not mere repetition of words. When we believe God is truly with us, we begin to rest—even in the valley.

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