Oct 4
2025
Praying Together
Life throws everything at us—from unexpected hardships to overflowing joys. But what if our first response to every turn, good or bad, could be the same? Drawing wisdom from James 5:13-18, this post explores how prayer isn't just an option, but a vital, consistent lifeline for Christians. Discover why we're called to pray individually in every circumstance, and how powerful it is when we come together as God's family to intercede for sickness and sin. Learn how even the prayers of imperfect people, like Elijah, are effective when rooted in Christ's righteousness. Embrace prayer not as a last resort, but as our constant connection to God's presence and power.
In Silence – Waiting and Listening in the Presence of God, we look at Psalm 62 as a picture of discipleship rooted in stillness. When David was surrounded and weary, he didn’t fight or flee—he waited in silence. This post unpacks how that silence points to Jesus, our true Rock and Refuge. In Him, we find the strength to stop striving, listen, and trust. Learn how to practice gospel-centered silence as a rhythm of grace in your walk with God.
In A Pattern: A Rule of Life for Citizens of Heaven, we see that discipleship is not aimless. Drawing from Philippians 3:12–21, this post explores Paul’s example of pressing on toward Christ and introduces the idea of a “rule of life”, a Spirit-led rhythm that keeps Jesus central. We’re invited to reject patterns of legalism and selfishness, and instead embrace intentional practices that grow us in love, worship, and mission as citizens of heaven.
No tree can flourish without good soil—and in the Christian life, that soil is the Spirit-filled presence of God in the Church. Drawing from Acts 2, this post shows how the early believers grew through shared devotion to the apostles’ teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer. These are not optional extras but vital nutrients for growth in Christ. The Church becomes the sacred ground where disciples are rooted, not only in truth but also in community and mission. When we isolate ourselves from this soil, we become spiritually malnourished. But when we embrace the Church—despite its imperfections—we encounter the very presence of Jesus who nourishes us by His Spirit. The post ends with reflection questions, a prayer, and a practical discipleship challenge to go deeper in communal life for the sake of lasting fruitfulness.
The Christian life is personal but never private. In Mark 1:14–20, Jesus begins His public ministry not by creating a program, but by forming a gospel community—calling Simon, Andrew, James, and John to follow Him together. From the very beginning, discipleship is both relational and missional.
In this blog post, Pastor James Pavlic explores how gospel growth happens in community and overflows through relationships into the lives of others. Jesus invites us to follow Him, and in doing so, forms us into people who fish for others—not out of pressure, but out of joy.
This post encourages believers to consider:
How gospel-shaped friendships deepen faith.
Why multiplication is part of the call to follow Jesus.
What it looks like to disciple others through ordinary relationships.
You’ll find practical steps to engage in disciple-making, reflection questions for spiritual growth, and a prayer to renew your dependence on Christ and His Spirit. Whether you're a seasoned believer or just beginning to walk with Jesus, A Community of Multiplication will help you see how following Jesus with others is not only a gift but a mission.
Every healthy tree bears fruit, and every disciple of Jesus is called to do the same. But what kind of fruit are we talking about? In this article, we explore two key passages, Mark 10:17–27 and Matthew 28:16–20, that reveal the heart of gospel fruitfulness: loving others sacrificially and multiplying disciples.
We follow Jesus’ encounter with the rich young ruler, exposing how idols like wealth can choke out love, and we hear the risen Savior’s commission to go and make disciples, teaching others to walk in obedience. Fruit-bearing isn’t about religious performance or spiritual pressurel it’s the Spirit-empowered result of abiding in Christ, surrendering idols, and investing in others with gospel love. Whether you're discipling a child, mentoring a friend, or praying with a new believer, Jesus calls you to a life that glorifies the Father by bearing much fruit. Read on to discover what that looks like and how to begin.
In Called to Serve – Our Unique Mission, we explore Romans 12:1–8 and discover how every believer is called to serve the church with grace, humility, and love. Just as a healthy tree has a trunk that supports life and growth, so our calling is the strong center through which Christ’s life flows outward. Rooted in our adoption and identity, we are empowered to offer ourselves as living sacrifices, not just in worship on Sunday, but in the daily rhythms of service to others.
Paul reminds us that this service flows from gospel logic: because of God’s mercy, we live for Him. Every gift, whether mercy, leadership, teaching, or encouragement, is essential. Discipleship is not a solo project, and ministry is not reserved for the few. You are already called, already gifted, already placed. The Spirit has equipped you with a part to play in the church’s mission. This article invites you to discover your unique role and to live it out joyfully, in love.