Everyday Disciple Podcast

A lot of great, important questions come into Caesar and Heath every week. Topics range widely, but all things focus on and help us all learn how to live out our Christian faith and express the gospel in everyday life. Awesome. This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we answer as many of your questions as we can in one special episode. Some things are serious, some are personal, some are just funny. Hope you enjoy it and learn a few things as we head into the new year together on Mission. In This Episode You’ll Learn: Strategies for living on mission as a couple without kids. How to deal with and disciple negative people in community. Was Caesar a rock-star in the past… he looked like one! Should the Lord’s Supper / Communion be a somber thing or a celebration? What music and books Caesar and Heath have been diggin’ lately. Get started here… From this episode: “Pick one small change you and your family, missional community or small group will make in 2020. One new missional rhythm, or person, couple or family you’ll pursue. Maybe it’s getting serious about moving beyond a weekly meeting… maybe 2020 will be the year you’ll join Caesar and Tina for coaching and help you really move toward intentionality in discipleship and mission as a lifestyle. What’s your one thing?”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them.   Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Retreat in Tennessee w/ Caesar & Tina | May 24-30th, 2020  Caesar Kalinowski’s Website and Blog with Loads of Resources Missio Publishing – More Missional Books and Resources  

There is no evidence that the disciples of Jesus, or the 1st Century church, ever celebrated Christmas or Jesus’ birth as an annual holiday. And yet, many of us have been taught that consumerism has killed the true meaning of Christmas. Has it?! This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we look at the history of Christmas, how it started, and when the holiday took on religious significance as we talk about Christmas and consumerism as Christians. In This Episode You’ll Learn: How many of our Christmas traditions got started. When the Christian message and religion was added to the celebration. The commercial roots of this annual holiday. 7+ ways you can still make Christmas about Jesus and the gospel. Get started here… From this episode: “If anything, religion was grafted onto consumerism, rather than consumerism grafted onto religion. But who or what is the focus of our celebration? Are we using it as an opportunity to help others move from unbelief to belief about what is true of God and Jesus… and us?”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them.   Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Retreat in Tennessee w/ Caesar & Tina | May 24-30th, 2020  Caesar Kalinowski’s Website and Blog with Loads of Resources Missio Publishing – More Missional Books and Resources In light of today’s topic, you might find this helpful: Birthright: Living Out of Our Transformed Identity  

Neighborhood missional living is something that many ascribe to, but not everyone achieves. This type of intentional discipleship in community includes family, friends, and those living closest to you and helps you experience the gospel in ways that you never imagined. This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we talk with our friend Twyla Franz, a mother of three, as she shares a bit of her family’s journey into missional living. She’ll show us how to start taking baby steps in spite of being imperfectly ready. In This Episode You’ll Learn: What life for a young family living on mission looks like (it’s a beautiful mess!). Why being “imperfectly ready” is the perfect place to be. Why proximity to those you are in community with is crucial. How to make a habit of taking baby steps! Get started here… From this episode: “You can lead a missional community and make disciples out of your home and in your neighborhood. This is not something for a magical, special few people who ‘crack the code’. It’s about being willing in spite of being imperfectly ready. It’s about taking little steps towards loving better, being a better neighbor, a better disciple-making-disciple.”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them.   Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Retreat in Tennessee w/ Caesar & Tina | May 24-30th, 2020  Twyla’s blog:  The Uncommon Normal Emily P. Freeman book: The Next Right Thing  

Gratitude is more than delighting in a gift; it is a feeling of happiness directed toward a person for giving you something good. Growing in our ability to consistently be grateful and express gratitude is not only life-changing but is part of becoming a mature disciple of Jesus. This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we’ll look at the connection between gratitude, grace and the gospel. You’ll discover that expressing gratitude for the giver–not just the good gift–connects our hearts deeper to that person and is a picture of the gospel in and of itself. Think of the godliest people you know, the people you most respect, other mature Believers you want to emulate and imitate. Almost certainly, the people you are thinking of are grateful people. Cynics, complainers, and critics may be popular on social media and late-night television, but they do not make great heroes of the faith. In This Episode You’ll Learn: How expressing gratitude actually changes us physically. What a lack of gratitude and a tendency to focus on the negative leads to. How even spending a few minutes with a truly grateful person changes lives. Immediate, hand-held steps you can take to grow in expressing gratitude. Get started here… From this episode: “God, in Christ, has given us all the most amazing and precious gift we will ever receive. Jesus gave us his own life, that we may be forgiven and set free. Let’s not just be grateful for that gift, but remember, we get to express our gratitude for, and to, the GIVER of such grace! How grateful, on a daily basis, are you for Jesus, the giver of such good gifts?”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them.   Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Free Download of the Big 3 For Episode #242 The Gospel In Everyday Life Workshop Register Now FREE  

Living as a missionary is more about “being” than “doing”. Even if you’re part of a church that only refers to missionaries as those who go overseas to do ministry, the truth is, if you are a Christian, YOU are a missionary. It’s part of your identity! This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we’ll talk about the reality of living our lives–right where we’re at–as missionaries. This is what the Bible teaches, and it’s the life you were created and saved to live. Buckle up…this is going to be amazing! The Church was never meant to be a building out on the edge of town. Jesus intended us to be a people of love and service who live out and proclaim the good news of his kingdom–right where we live. God’s missionary family (us Christians) are intended to be woven into the very fabric of the culture, shouldering sin and pain in the lives of others. In This Episode You’ll Learn: Who the Bible calls “missionaries” or the “sent ones” in this life. How our missionary identity flows right from the heart of our missionary God. Why “Go and make disciples” was not a suggestion, but a command of Jesus. How to get started living as a missionary right where you live today. Get started here… From this episode: “I have to be honest with you here. After living this way for close to two decades now–like a localized missionary–I don’t think there is a huge difference between being a missionary here in America compared to living this way in a foreign country. People are people. The biggest difference here is that I constantly feel two things pulling at me; my past experience of “going to church” instead of being the church, and my lack of faith that the gospel is truly good news for everyone and everything.”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them.   Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: The Gospel In Everyday Life Workshop Register Now FREE Caesar Kalinowski’s Website and Blog with Loads of Resources Missio Publishing – More Missional Books and Resources In light of today’s topic, you might find this helpful: How To Lead Your Small Group or Church Toward True Missional Living  

Halloween and the beloved ritual of “trick-or-treat” is getting more and more popular each year, worldwide. With dozens (if not hundreds!) of your neighbors lining up for candy and a warm smile… is your door open for Mission this year? This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we talk about what may be the lowest hanging fruit of the year when it comes to relationship building and intentional missional engagement with your neighbors. Halloween has some “dark history,” and many of us were taught that this was a holiday you were supposed to avoid if you’re a Christian. But the truth behind this annual event may surprise you. There’s no reason to miss out on this HUGE chance to bring redemption to your neighborhood. In This Episode You’ll Learn: The history of Halloween and how the Church may have actually invented it. How the Gospel redeems culture instead of avoiding it. Why Christians can and should participate with radical generosity. 7 ideas on ways to be more intentional and missional this year. Get started here… From this episode: “We had a blast and took things further towards lasting relationships with several people. Our goal with this was to try and move relationships beyond just dropping a good candy bar in the bags of the kids… and start to develop connections and relationships with the parents beyond just this one night of Halloween.”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them. Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Click here to download the Ultimate Guide to Halloween on Mission for Free Learn more about the Intentional Family ExcelErator.  

Friendship and relationships are inseparably connected to the heart of God. Not only were we all created in the image of our relational God, who exists in community, but making friends is a critical component to making new disciples of Jesus. This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we’ll teach you 5 steps to making friends quickly. We’ll show where to look, and give you the confidence to find new friendships and bridge those relationships into the rhythms of your normal life.   Most people don’t avoid making new friends, but are often distracted or fall into self-focused patterns for so long that they have missed many opportunities for real relationships with new people of peace that are right in front of them. In This Episode You’ll Learn: Why making new friends is not an “introvert vs. extrovert” issue. Where to look for new friendships in places you already frequent. How the lost art of being a good listener is key to this process–and discipleship. 5 steps you can begin to use immediately to make friends quickly. Get started here… From this episode: “That home or apartment you have is a resource and meant to be shared with others. When you sense that certain people are “leaning in” to relationship and seem open to being your friend, invite them over for a simple meal, coffee or just to hang out and watch TV. This breaking of the wall of public and private is key to building relationships and trust. True friendships are not contained in social boxes…they eventually permeate our lives both public and private.”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them. Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about the Intentional Family ExcelErator.  

Whenever we’re investing time and energy into discipling someone or developing them as leaders, there’s this strong dynamic that we learn from Jesus where he perfectly calibrated invitation to his life, with a challenge to grow, to participate, to be more like him. This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we’ll teach you how understanding “Invitation and Challenge” can help you in your leadership, your parenting, and how it moves disciples toward maturity. This concept of invitation and challenge is one that is surprisingly simple to understand and amazingly powerful when we master it. In This Episode You’ll Learn: What it looks like to be highly “invitational” with others. How understanding the concept of “invitation and challenge” will explain past situations in leadership that didn’t go so well. The types of relational environments you may be creating in your church based on I&C. Why learning to calibrate I&C will forever change your leadership and parenting. Get started here… From this episode: “We can learn to “bank” invitation in people’s lives, and we “spend” those deposits as challenges that they can receive. If someone in your life is not stepping up to or accepting the challenge that you have presented them with, it may be that you need to “bank” more invitation, or the challenge is too much for the level of trust you have built up.”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them. Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Get the Invitation and Challenge Matrix Free Download Here. Caesar Kalinowski’s Website and Blog with Loads of Resources Missio Publishing – More Missional Books and Resources In light of today’s topics, you might find these posts and videos helpful: Are You Really a Friend of Sinners?  

Almost no one was raised in a perfect home with perfect parents who modeled a perfect marriage. It takes intentionality and a lifelong commitment to learn, adapt, and bear with one another… if you want to stay married! This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, Caesar and his wife, Tina, share 7 “secrets” that have helped them stay on the same page and maintain unity throughout 36 years of marriage. You’ll want to take notes, for sure! All marriages are unique but require many of the same elements to continue growing and sustain unity, romance and a sense of hope for the future. In This Episode You’ll Learn: Why our marriage is the greatest picture of the gospel others see (or don’t). The truth about what date nights can and cannot do for your marriage. The reason why vacation without the kids is crucial! 7 secrets to lifelong marriage unity. Get started here… From this episode: “Don’t hide your marriage imperfections. Find a community of trusted believers that are on your team and are mature enough they’ll speak the truth in love to you when needed. Seek wise counseling when you are stuck or at an impasse. Don’t assume if you sweep issues and patterns under the rug long enough they’ll go away. Bring them into the light!”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them. Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Caesar Kalinowski’s Website and Blog with Loads of Resources Missio Publishing – More Missional Books and Resources In light of today’s topics, you might find these posts and videos helpful: 5 Steps To An Awesome Date Night With Your Spouse

Have you ever really “intentioned” to make disciples and focus your life on God’s mission and his glory, rather than your plans for your own glory? If that’s your hope and intention, but you’re not taking action, it’s procrastination. This week on the Lifeschool Podcast, we’ll talk about what leads to procrastination in our lives and how procrastination kills discipleship and mission.   If you’re feeling that life has just gotten in the way of discipleship… even when it comes to your own family, spouse and kids, the lack of motivation to change that may be coming from several underlying causes. In This Episode You’ll Learn: The 3 major underlying causes of procrastination. Examples of what procrastination looks like in discipleship and missional living. How you may actually be procrastinating in trusting God. Ways the gospel speaks to this issue and how to get “unstuck.” Get started here… From this episode: “Be honest with yourself when it comes to understanding if you have ever really intentioned to live a lifestyle of discipleship and mission. It may not be procrastination you’re suffering from; it could be that the gospel you understand, and live in light of, is too small and is primarily about your personal happiness.”   Each week the Big 3 will give you immediate action steps to get you started. Download today’s BIG 3 right now. Read and think over them again later. You might even want to share them with others… Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Join us on Facebook and take part in the discussion! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the top of this page or right below. Also, please leave an honest review for The Lifeschool Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and we read each and every one of them. Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Caesar Kalinowski’s Website and Blog with Loads of Resources Missio Publishing – More Missional Books and Resources In light of today’s topics, you might find these posts and videos helpful: Resting Is Hard Work