Equipped!

Many disciples of Jesus have a hard time letting go of their past. Who can blame them?! I know I struggle with that sometimes. Sometimes the awful, shameful things of our past can hinder us from fulfilling God's incredible plans for us. But, can it be that it isn't only the bad things of our past that keep us from moving forward? Here's what's happening in this episode:Segment: Did You Hear About This?In this segment I take a look at an issue taking place in our world and suggest how we - as disciples of Jesus - should respond to it. In today's segment, I reflect on how, apparently, social media platforms are blocking Christian voices for expressing biblical values.Here's the article I mention in the segment: Big Tech Blocks Disagreement with Transgender Ideology – Christians Must Continue to Lovingly Speak the TruthSegment: Equipping TimeThis is the portion of the episode when we analyze a portion of Scripture. What we're looking for are principles that will help us grow as disciples of Jesus. In today's Equipping Time, we take a look at Isaiah 43:16-21. This passage is pretty well known because it talks about the "New Thing" God would do for the people of Israel. But there's an incredible discipleship lesson embedded in this passage. Let's see what it's all about.Don't forget to sign up for my free workshop, The Call To Discipleship. In this 4-part video workshop I take you through a study of Matthew 4:18-20. We'll look at some discipleship principles that will I'm sure will help you grow as a disciple of Jesus. Click here to sign up for this free workshop: www.marioescobedo.org.Also, you can find additional teachings on my YouTube channel: Mario Escobedo on YouTube.Praying for your growth as a disciple!Dr. Mario

Grace. We all love to receive it, but struggle to give it.  The focus of this episode is the need for disciples of Jesus to extend grace - especially to those who don't deserve it.Here's what's happening in this episode:Segment: Did You Hear About This?I'll feature this segment in several of the upcoming episodes. In this segment I take a look at an issue taking place in our world and suggest how we - as disciples of Jesus - should respond to it. In today's segment, I reflect on the Ravi Zacharias scandal.Here is the link to the article I reference in the segment: Ravi Zacharias Hid Hundreds of Pictures of Women, Abuse During Massages, and a Rape AllegationSegment: Equipping TimeThis is the portion of the episode when we analyze a portion of Scripture. What we're looking for are principles that will help us grow as disciples of Jesus. In today's Equipping Time, we take a look at John 8:1-11, when some Pharisees brought before Jesus a woman who was caught in the act of adultery. Pretty scandalous, right?Don't forget to sign up for my free workshop, The Call To Discipleship. In this 4-part video workshop I take you through a study of Matthew 4:18-20. We'll look at some discipleship principles that will I'm sure will help you grow as a disciple of Jesus. Click here to sign up for this free workshop: www.marioescobedo.org.Also, you can find additional teachings on my YouTube channel: Mario Escobedo on YouTube.Praying for your growth as a disciple!Dr. Mario

You and I are the current generation of disciples. We can trace our discipleship "lineage" all the way back to Jesus himself. What a privilege! But what a huge responsibility we have. It's our responsibility to ensure that there will be future generations of disciples of Jesus and that they will know the power and wonders of God.Here's what's happening in this episode:Segment: Did You Hear About This?In this segment I take a look at an issue taking place in our world and suggest how we - as disciples of Jesus - should respond to it. In today's segment, I reflect on the once-in-a-generation winter storm that hit the State of Texas in February of 2021.Segment: Equipping TimeThis is the portion of the episode when we analyze a portion of Scripture. What we're looking for are principles that will help us grow as disciples of Jesus. In today's Equipping Time, we take a look at portions of Joshua 3-4. when the people of Israel crossed over the Jordan River on dry ground. What do we do with that as disciples today?Don't forget to sign up for my free workshop, The Call To Discipleship. In this 4-part video workshop I take you through a study of Matthew 4:18-20. We'll look at some discipleship principles that will I'm sure will help you grow as a disciple of Jesus. Click here to sign up for this free workshop: www.marioescobedo.org.Also, you can find additional teachings on my YouTube channel: Mario Escobedo on YouTube.Praying for your growth as a disciple!Dr. Mario

Welcome to Equipped! This podcast is designed to equip you to grow as a disciple who advances the mission Jesus started. In this premiere episode - episode #1 - I aim to share three major things with you.A little about who I am. I think it's good for you to know who you're going to be listening to!Who this podcast is for.  Should you invest your precious time in listening to this podcast? This segment will help you decide that.What you can expect from this podcast. I'm very clear on what I want to accomplish in every episode of this podcast. In this segment, I'll give you an explanation about that.Don't forget to sign up for my free workshop, The Call To Discipleship. In this 4-part video workshop I take you through a study of Matthew 4:18-20. We'll look at some discipleship principles that will I'm sure will help you grow as a disciple of Jesus. Click here to sign up for this free workshop: www.marioescobedo.org.Also, you can find additional teachings on my YouTube channel: Mario Escobedo on YouTube.Praying for your growth as a disciple!Dr. Mario