Things Above

James Bryan Smith’s thought from above in this episode is, we are all on a magnificent mission. This week James discusses what Dallas Willard calls the “Great Ommission” and the Great “Commission.” In this episode, James explains how we are all called to be apprentices of Jesus and what that means for us. Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related Episodes: 1. Conversation with AJ Swoboda Part Two 2. With God Life 3. The Best Gift 4. Conversation with Matt Tebbe and Ben Sternke 5. You are Called The post Magnificent Mission appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

AJ Swoboda discusses embracing doubt as a catalyst for faith and the importance of questioning beliefs. They explore Jesus' parables challenging norms and navigating faith crises. Swoboda highlights the significance of spiritual growth and a scholarship opportunity at Friend's University.

James Bryan Smith’s thought from above this week is, “the kingdom of God is the with-God life.” James opens the episode with a story about a time he was a teaching assistant for Dallas Willard. Dallas asked the class the question, what is the gospel? In the episode, Smith explains the gospel and how we can live into the gospel now. Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related Episodes: 1. The Best Gift 2. Conversation with Matt Tebbe and Ben Sternke 3. You are Called 4. Sacred Story 5. Conversation with James Bryan Smith The post With God Life appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith’s thought from above this week is, “Give the best gift you can give.” In light of the advent season, Smith gives us an example of the best gift we can give someone. James says the best we can give is not something money can buy. To help explain his thought from above, Smith gives us a prayer practice that he uses. Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related Episodes: 1. Conversation with Matt Tebbe and Ben Sternke 2. You are Called 3. Sacred Story 4. Conversation with James Bryan Smith 5. Made for God The post The Best Gift appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith has a Things Above conversation with Matt Tebbe and Ben Sternke about their latest book, Having the Mind of Christ: Eight Axioms to Cultivate a Robust Faith. Matt and Ben are the cofounders of Gravity Leadership, located in Indiana. Matt and Ben co-authored “Having the Mind of Christ” and it addresses one of the common pitfalls we see in the most well-intentioned discipleship efforts: a focus on practices rather than doing the deeper work of learning a new paradigm. Before our spiritual practices will yield good fruit, they must be integrated with a new paradigm: a new way of seeing God, ourselves, and the world. Learn more about Matt, Ben, and Gravity Leadership here! Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related Episodes: 1. You are Called 2. Sacred Story 3. Conversation with James Bryan Smith 4. Made for God 5. Masterpiece The post Conversation with Matt Tebbe and Ben Sternke appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith’s thought from above this week is, “you are called.” In this episode, James talks about vocational calling and its impact on our life. Many have felt they are called to a specific job, while others may have never felt that calling. Smith explains how no matter the vocation or the calling, we all long for a good and beautiful life of purpose and joy. Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related Episodes: 1. Sacred Story 2. Conversation with James Bryan Smith 3. Made for God 4. Called 5. Jesus is the Answer The post You are Called appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith’s thought from above this week is, “you have a sacred story.” In this episode, James explains how we all have an origin story that has shaped us into the person we are today. In our origin story, we encounter trauma, and Smith explains the difference between what he calls “small t” trauma and “big t” trauma. He goes on further to explain how those types of trauma impact how we view ourselves. To close the episode, Smith ends with a story about Fanny Crosby to help explain his thought from above. Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related Episodes: 1. Conversation with James Bryan Smith 2. Made for God 3. Masterpiece 4. You Are Significant 5. Jesus is the Answer The post Sacred Story appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

In this episode, James Bryan Smith is interviewed by his friend Dr. Jeff Bjorck to ask James questions about his latest book, “The Good and Beautiful You.” Dr. Bjorck is a licensed psychologist and a lifelong friend of James. Jeff helped Jim during the writing process for “The Good and Beautiful You” and has also been a guest on this podcast. Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related Episodes: 1. Conversation with Dr. Jeff Bjorck 2. Made for God 3. Masterpiece 4. Jesus is the Answer 5. Beauty, Goodness and Truth The post Conversation with James Bryan Smith appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith’s thought from above this week is, “you are made for God.” James begins the episode explaining why we have a longing for the “more than.” To help explain his thought from above, Smith gives two examples from his life where he experienced the closeness of God. To close the episode, James explains why we exist, and that is to glorify God. Interested in donating to the Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Spiritual Formation degree Scholarship at Friends University! Related Episodes: 1. Masterpiece 2. You Are Significant 3. Jesus is the Answer 4. Conversation with Gem Fadling 5. Conversation with Curt Thompson Part Two The post Made for God appeared first on Apprentice Institute.

James Bryan Smith’s thought from above this episode is; you are God’s masterpiece. Following his last episode, Smith talks about our significance to God. Smith continues to expose the false narratives we have about God and counters them with his thought from above through examples in our daily lives. James closes the episode with a story from his friend David Nelson. Interested in donating to The Things Above Podcast? Donate here! Learn more about the Christian Formation & Ministry degree and scholarship at Friends University here! Related Episodes: 1. You Are Significant 2. Jesus is the Answer 3. Conversation with Gem Fadling 4. Conversation with Curt Thompson Part Two 5. Walk The post Masterpiece appeared first on Apprentice Institute.