The True Discipleship Podcast

Finding Compassion in Controversy: The Drag Last Supper at the Paris Olympics

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 05:30:00 -0400

In this episode of "True Discipleship," Ayren and Morgan tackle one of the most provocative moments of the 2024 Paris Olympics: a controversial depiction of the Last Supper featuring drag performers. This artistic choice sparked widespread debate among Christians and the broader public, raising questions about respect, faith, and artistic expression. Ayren and Morgan delve into the complexities of this cultural moment, exploring the emotional and spiritual reactions it provoked. They discuss how to navigate such controversies with compassion and understanding, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Jesus. Join them as they examine what this incident reveals about compassion, cultural dialogue, and the Christian response to challenging expressions of art. This episode challenges listeners to consider how they can embody Christ-like compassion in the face of societal provocations.

Blaine Vorster Article, "The Lost Supper": https://www.blainevorster.com/post/the-lost-supper

Vacation Mode: How to Keep Your Faith Alive

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 05:30:00 -0400

In this episode of the True Discipleship podcast, hosts Ayren and Morgan share their personal experiences and practical advice on staying connected to your faith during vacations and breaks from routine. From discussing the challenges of maintaining spiritual disciplines while traveling to sharing anecdotes about unexpected moments of faith, they explore how to keep your spiritual life vibrant even when away from home. Tune in to discover valuable insights on integrating faith into everyday moments, staying spiritually grounded, and ensuring your faith remains a constant companion, no matter where life takes you. Don't miss this heartfelt and inspiring conversation on balancing leisure and spiritual growth.

Also... here's a link to our bathroom bookshelf thingy: https://amzn.to/4dc2PqH

From Tradition to Truth: Defending My Mother's Faith

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:26:52 -0400

In this heartfelt episode of The True Discipleship Podcast, Ayren and Morgan delve into the deeply personal journey of questioning and rediscovering faith during challenging times. They share candid reflections on how 2020 sparked a reevaluation of their beliefs and traditions, exploring the fears and revelations that came with it. Join them for an honest conversation about navigating doubts and finding strength.

Breaking Free of the Christian Bubble: Step Outside, Shine Your Light

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 05:30:00 -0400

In this episode of the True Discipleship Podcast, Ayren and Morgan explore the concept of the "Christian bubble" and its impact on our faith and outreach. It's easy to find ourselves surrounded by like-minded believers, but what does this mean for our spiritual growth and ability to connect with others? Join us as we discuss the challenges and opportunities of living out our faith in a diverse world. We're still learning and growing in this area and invite you to journey with us as we break free from spiritual isolation and strive to make a meaningful impact beyond our Christian circles.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding the concept of the Christian bubble
The importance of engaging with diverse communities
How to avoid spiritual isolation
Practical steps to live out your faith authentically in the world
Biblical insights on being the light in the darkness

If you're ready to explore what it means to truly live out your faith and shine your light beyond the confines of the Christian community, this episode is for you. Tune in and let's grow together!

Faith and Tough Talks: When Should Christians Speak Up and When Should We Remain Silent?

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 05:30:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of the True Discipleship podcast! In today's discussion, Ayren and Morgan dive into a thought-provoking topic: "When should Christians mind their own business?" This episode explores the delicate balance between speaking up and staying silent, a challenge many believers face in their daily lives.

We'll cover:

The motivations behind choosing to intervene or remain silent
Personal experiences and insights on handling tricky situations
How to discern the right approach based on our faith and relationships
The importance of aligning ourselves with God's guidance before getting involved

Join us as we share practical wisdom on navigating these complex scenarios with love and wisdom, ensuring our actions reflect our Christian values.

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The Thin Line Between Judgment and Hypocrisy: A Christian Perspective

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:30:00 -0400

Welcome to Episode 3 of Season 2 of the True Discipleship Podcast! In this week's episode, Aaron and Morgan tackle the complex and often misunderstood topic of judging others. What does it really mean to judge? How can Christians navigate the fine line between healthy judgment and hypocrisy?

Dive deep with us as we explore the biblical perspective on judgment, focusing on key passages like Matthew 7. We'll discuss the difference between righteous judgment and stereotyping, and address the common perception that Christians are overly judgmental. Aaron and Morgan also share personal insights and experiences, shedding light on how to practice good judgment in our daily lives while staying true to our faith.

Don't miss this enlightening and thought-provoking conversation. Tune in now and discover how to make righteous judgments without being hypocritical, and why understanding judgment is crucial for true discipleship.

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Thank you for your support and for being part of our journey. Until next time, keep seeking the truth and practicing true discipleship!

A Biblical Response to Harrison Butker's Commencement Speech

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 28 May 2024 05:30:00 -0400

In this episode of The True Discipleship Podcasts, join hosts Morgan and Ayren as they delve into a thoughtful discussion on Harrison Butker's recent commencement speech at Benedictine College. Harrison Butker, the renowned NFL kicker, delivered a somewhat controversial address that has sparked conversations nationwide. Our hosts analyze his speech through a biblical lens, exploring themes of faith, leadership, and respect. Tune in for an engaging dialogue offering unique insights into how biblical principles can guide our response to contemporary issues.

Keywords: Harrison Butker, Benedictine College, commencement speech, biblical response, faith, leadership, community, theology podcast, generational perspectives, cultural dialogue.

We've Got Big News!!! - Embracing Christian Values as a Family

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 21 May 2024 05:30:00 -0400

Hosts: Ayren and Morgan Nelson

Episode Description:
In this heartwarming episode of the True Discipleship Podcast, hosts Ayren and Morgan Nelson share a special update with their listeners: the exciting news of their growing family! Join them as they reflect on the journey so far and discuss the values they hope to embody as they prepare to welcome their newest addition.

Key Highlights:

Introduction and Family Update: Ayren and Morgan kick off the episode with an update on their family, sharing the joyous news of their expanding household.
Reflections on Parenthood: The hosts delve into their thoughts and emotions surrounding impending parenthood, discussing the excitement, anticipation, and responsibilities that come with it.
Christian Values in Parenting: Ayren and Morgan explore the importance of Christian values in raising a child, touching on principles such as love, compassion, and faith.
Living Out Faith: They share personal anecdotes and insights into how they plan to integrate their Christian beliefs into their parenting journey, aiming to cultivate an environment of love, grace, and spiritual growth.
Community and Support: The hosts emphasize the significance of community and support in their journey, acknowledging the role of friends, family, and fellow believers in nurturing their family unit.
Closing Thoughts: Ayren and Morgan wrap up the episode with heartfelt gratitude for their listeners and a reminder of the importance of staying true to one's faith amidst life's joys and challenges.

Tune in to this touching episode of the True Discipleship Podcast for an inspiring discussion on embracing Christian values in the journey of parenthood.

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Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500

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How to Survive the Comment Section - Christians N Culture Pt 4 (feat. Justin Mitchell from GoGoPowerup)

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500

CHECK OUT MORE OF JUSTIN'S CONTENT:
GoGoPowerup Website: https://gogopowerup.com/
Justin's Twitch Livestream: https://www.twitch.tv/gogopowerup
GoGoPowerUp March Store: https://gogopowerup.com/store

In this episode, we discuss how we as Christians should navigate internet toxicity:

What We Talk About in this Episode:
Who is Justin Mitchell?
What was his inspiration for GoGoPowerUp
Why is the internet so toxic?
Are there any benefits to conversations on social media or should we just ditch it all together?
How does the Bible say we should conduct ourselves in front of the rest of the world?
What are some practical tips for navigating the internet?

Music in This Episode:
Come to the Table (prod. by Tato Morales)
The Girl with the Cat by Tomer Baruch
Let's Get This Money by TINAMINA (instrumental)
(song licenses available upon request - provided by Artlist)

Thank you so much for listening!

Welcome to the True Discipleship Podcast, where we have practical conversations on what it means to be a passionate follower of Jesus. We are so thankful you chose to listen today and hope you gain a fresh perspective. With Jesus at the center, this is a community where everyone is given a seat at the table, a place to dive into scripture, talk, think, explore, and learn what following Christ is all about.

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

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Our Passive Consumption of Entertainment - Christians N Culture Pt 3 (feat. Micah Thompson)

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we discuss how we determine when entertainment is going too far.

What We Talk About in this Episode:
Are there limits to what should be expressed in the realm of entertainment?
Is there such a thing as "too far" when it comes to media consumption?
What does the Bible say about protecting our minds?
What are practical ways to gauge when enough is enough?

Music in This Episode:
Come to the Table (prod. by Tato Morales)
Far Away by neur self
Cosmonkey by Old Sneakers
(song licenses available upon request)

Thank you so much for listening!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

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What Do We Do With Disney? - Christians N Culture Pt 2 (Feat. The Disney Pastor)

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 08:07:44 -0500

In this episode, we discuss how Christians should handle the frequent and jarring changes of the culture around us:

Link to the TikTok Video We Mentioned: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTR9KMLY5/
Check out The Disney Pastor on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDisneyPastor

What We Talk About in this Episode:
What's going on with Disney?
Has Disney always been as wholesome as we remember?
How do we as Christians navigate an ever-changing culture?
What examples and truths does the Bible give us?
What does it look like to infiltrate the world for the sake of the Kingdom?
Also... a bunch of random stories from Morgan, Ayren, and Tim.

Music in This Episode:
Come to the Table (prod. by Tato Morales)
Freeze by JayLikeTheAlphabet
Our Last Day on the Beach by Yestalgia
No Dub by Scootie Woo
(song licenses available upon request)

Thank you so much for listening!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

Should Christians Celebrate Halloween? - Christians N Culture Pt 1 (feat. Jonah Wiley - @the.bible.teacher)

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we discuss whether or not Christians should celebrate Halloween:

What We Talk About in this Episode:
Who is @the.bible.teacher and why is he in trouble?
What is our experience with Halloween?
Is Halloween actually a good thing?
Is the history of Halloween enough to throw it all out the window?
What does the Bible say about personal conviction?

Music in This Episode:
Come to the Table (prod. by Tato Morales)
Feel by Peter Spacey
The Ballad of Orpheus by Clara Kamil
(song licenses available upon request)

Thank you so much for listening!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

ENTIRE SERIES: How to Find A Healthy Church

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

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Can Your Church Handle the Bible?| How to Find a Healthy Church Pt 3

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

In this week's episode we take a look at Biblical qualifications for a pastor:

What We Talk About in this Episode:
Is there a need for deconstruction?
Is there any merit to "progressive Christianity?"
What role should the Bible play in the life of a believer?
What should we do if we feel like the Bible is being misrepresented?
How can we discern if the teaching in our churches is Biblical?

Music in This Episode:
Come to the Table (prod. by Tato Morales)
Mood by Aves
Last Train Home by Novembers
(song licenses available upon request)

Thank you so much for listening!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

Does Your Pastor Make the Cut? | How to Find a Healthy Church Pt 2

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

In this week's episode we take a look at Biblical qualifications for a pastor:

What We Talk About in this Episode:
Are celebrity pastors a problem?
Should celebrity pastors be a thing?
What are the biblical qualifications for a pastor?
Where do we get our own standards for pastors?
How can we avoid pastor worship?

Music in This Episode:
Come to the Table (prod. by Tato Morales)
Waste Our Time (Instrumental) by Jane & The Boy
Earth & Heavens. by Sémø
(song licenses available upon request)

Thank you so much for listening!

Welcome to the true discipleship podcast, where we have practical conversations on what it means to be a passionate follower of Jesus. We are so thankful you chose to listen today and hope you gain a fresh perspective. With Jesus at the center, this is a community where everyone is given a seat at the table, a place to dive into scripture, talk, think, explore, and learn what following Christ is all about.

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

Should You Stay At Your Church? | How to Find a Healthy Church Pt 1

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

In this week's episode we take a look at what the Bible has to say about the church and what a thriving Jesus community should look like:

What We Talk About in this Episode:
Acts and Hebrews' picture of a healthy church
What makes a healthy church?
What do you do if your church isn't "meeting your needs?"
What does it look like for the church to actually be a body?
What should you look for in a healthy church?

Music in This Episode:
Come to the Table (prod. by Tato Morales)
Islands by Kicktracks
Morning Sun by Notize
Solitude by Michael Drake
(song licenses available upon request)

Thank you so much for listening!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

Unity with the Church - Gospel Series Pt 3

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0500

In this week's episode we take a look at Jesus's Prayer for Unity from John 17

We talk about:
The weight of Jesus' Prayer for us
Why is there so much division in the world?
Why is there so much division in the Church?
As individuals, what can we do to move towards greater unity.

Resource(s) Mentioned in This Episode:
Heaven by Randy Alcorn:

Music:
Sometimes by Marshall Usinger
Come to the Table (prod. by Tato Morales)
Funkymania - Omri Smadar Remix
Absolutely Cool by BalloonPlanet
(song licenses available upon request)

Thank you so much for listening!

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We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

Bonus Episode: Life Updates

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 13:51:11 -0500

We wanted to share with you a little bit about where we've been and why we haven't released an episode in 2 months! Don't worry! All good stuff and we plan on getting back into a (somewhat) normal rhythm next week! Sorry for the delay!

009. Unity with God - Gospel Series Pt 2

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:12:35 -0400

In this week's episode we take a look at the entire Bible to help us realize that the whole story is a beautiful tapestry showing us what it truly means to have union with God.

We talk about:
How a full view of the Gospel is necessary for true discipleship.
Why saying a prayer one time may not be the best thing for our long term spiritual growth.
What does it mean to experience heaven and hell on earth?
Why John 3:16 is great, but it's not the whole story.

Resource(s) Mentioned in This Episode:
Heaven by Randy Alcorn:

The Bible Project
YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVfwlh9XpX2Y_tQfjeln9QA
Website - bibleproject.com
Podcast -
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bibleproject/id1050832450
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6f2oD3RtQY1rOeyfF2OeOa?si=DXZ-1J7qRveDq07Kw7VLQw&dl_branch=1

Music:
Sometimes by Marshall Usinger
Come to the Table (prod. by Tato Morales)
Circle by Columbia Nights
Sky Between by Ben Fox
Coming Back Home (instrumental) by Wearethegood
(song licenses available upon request)

Thank you so much for listening!

If you're interested in opening one of our episodes in prayer, send us a DM or email and we'll let you know the next steps!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

008. The Gospel Isn't Fair - Gospel Series Pt 1

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0400

The Gospel isn't fair... it's good! And it isn't based on our own goodness, but it is fully dependent on the Goodness of God poured out so freely for all of us.

In this episode, Morgan and Ayren discuss why we should never lose our wonder or excitement for the Gospel as we launch a brand new series all about how the Gospel impacts and changes our lives.

Thank you so much for listening!
Welcome to the true discipleship podcast, where we have practical conversations on what it means to be a passionate follower of Jesus. We are so thankful you chose to listen today and hope you gain a fresh perspective. With Jesus at the center, this is a community where everyone is given a seat at the table, a place to dive into scripture, talk, think, explore, and learn what following Christ is all about.

If you're interested in opening one of our episodes in prayer, send us a DM or email and we'll let you know the next steps!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

007. Living a Life of Adventure with God

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 12:29:06 -0400

We're trying something new this week! We decided to share a sermon that Ayren gave recently.
In it, he talks about what it looks like to live life on adventure with God.
As disciples, a life with Jesus should be (as Mike Yaconelli puts it) gloriously treacherous! But I doubt many of us would think about it that way. For many of us, life with God can easily become stale and mundane and we have to ask, "Are we doing this right?"

In this episode we explore 3 main questions:
1 - Why would you want God?
2 - Why would God ever want you?
3 - What are you waiting for?

This is a conversation about identity. At the end of the day, it all comes down to knowing and believing in who God is and who you are in Christ Jesus!

If you're interested in opening one of our episodes in prayer, send us a DM or email and we'll let you know the next steps!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

006. What does it mean to Abide?

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0400

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005. How to Change the World in 4 Simple Steps

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Map of Galilee: https://www.conformingtojesus.com/images/webpages/map_of_ancient_galilee_1.png

Thank you so much for listening!
If you're interested in opening one of our episodes in prayer, send us a DM or email and we'll let you know the next steps!

A HUGE shoutout and thank you to Tommy Niemann for being on the show today. We are so thankful that he stopped by to share his heart. If you'd like to keep up with Tommy and his future projects, you can follow him on Instagram @tommy_niemann and be sure to give him a listen on Spotify!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

004. Worship That Hurts (feat. Tommy Niemann)

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Stay tuned all the way through the end of today's episode to hear a never-before-released song from Tommy Niemann.

Thank you so much for listening!
If you're interested in opening one of our episodes in prayer, send us a DM or email and we'll let you know the next steps!

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

003. Everybody's Favorite Word: A Conversation on Accountability

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Thank you so much for listening!
If you're interested in opening one of our episodes in prayer, send us a DM or email and we'll let you know the next steps!

0:01 - Welcome and Prayer (HUGE THANK YOU to Jade from Lima, NY!!!)
1:17 - What are we talking about today?
4:30 - What is accountability and why do we need it?
22:14 - Okay... so now what?
36:25 - What does it mean to "bear one another's burdens"?
41:27 - Wrap up and what to expect

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!

002. Is Following Jesus Even Worth It?

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The True Discipleship Podcast, Morgan and Ayren ask the question, "Is following Jesus worth it?" At one point or another we all have to answer this questions for ourselves, but we have to start by identifying what the IT is.
0:00 - Opening Prayer and Welcome
5:21 - What is "IT"?
20:42 - Is Jesus exclusive or inclusive?
32:05 - What is one time in your life where you KNEW Jesus was real?
39:03 - Close

001. The Most Sure Job Description You'll Ever Have

Ayren and Morgan Nelson — Fri, 21 May 2021 11:43:34 -0400

In the first episode of The True Discipleship Podcast, Morgan and Ayren talk about the idea of Biblical Discipleship and have a conversation on how well we're doing with upholding that idea. We explore what it means to actually FOLLOW after the ways of Jesus and what to do if we ever find ourselves off track with where we should be.

0:01 - Welcome and Prayer
1:23 - Who we are and why we're doing this
6:36 - What is it that Jesus is calling us into?
16:16 - What does Biblical Discipleship look like and are we doing it?
27:11 - How do we combat a culture of comfort?
36:03 - Wrap up and what's next?

We hope you enjoyed this week's episode! We'll see you next time!