Church of the City New York Missional Formation | Radical Minimum Standard - Jon Tyson
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Feb 4, 2025 Pastor Jon challenges the notion of discipleship by emphasizing a radical minimum standard rooted in genuine commitment. He critiques the consumerism that often permeates faith practices, urging a deeper engagement with the Gospels. The discussion redefines spiritual success beyond conventional church norms, highlighting service exemplified by biblical figures. Furthermore, the podcast emphasizes that true discipleship is a response to God's love, calling for grassroots efforts to ignite community engagement and empower individuals in their spiritual journeys.
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Fresh Perspective on Discipleship
- Approach Jesus's teachings with fresh eyes, as if hearing them for the first time.
- Let the radical nature of his teachings challenge your existing beliefs and practices.
Settling for Less
- The biggest human temptation is settling for too little, especially in discipleship.
- We often create theologies to justify our lack of deep discipleship experiences.
Radical Minimum Standard
- Jesus establishes a radical minimum standard for discipleship that we must recover.
- This standard goes beyond typical modern discipleship practices.