From living on mission without kids… to dealing with negativity in community… to how we approach the Lord’s Supper (and yes—even whether I was once a rockstar), we’re answering as many of your questions as we can in this special year-end episode. In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, Heath and Caesar open the floor and respond to real questions sent in by listeners. Some are serious, some are fun, and all of them reflect the everyday realities we’re navigating as we learn to live like Jesus together. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - How to live on mission as a couple without kids - What to do with negative people in your community - Whether Caesar really was a rockstar back in the day - Why the Lord’s Supper might be more celebration than ritual

When a recent survey asked, "If you could say in one word what you want more of in life, what would that be?" very surprisingly, LOVE didn't even make the top 10. Could it be that money and false happiness have replaced the need for love in our lives today? In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, Caesar concludes the Advent Series as he talks about the truth that because God is gracious, we can experience love in the deepest ways. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - The final look at 4 eternal truths about God that transform us. (The 4 G's) - Why we don’t know or understand true love in our lives and relationships. - How we no longer have to perform for God, and why we don’t get to. - Why it's important to understand what we actually deserve from God.

For hundreds of years, the church has anticipated the coming of Jesus during the season of Advent. Into this space, this void, the angels announced to the shepherds the good news of Jesus that would bring great joy to all people. In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, Caesar continues the Advent Series as he looks at the truth that God is good so we can find satisfaction and joy. Believing that God always does what is good, right, and perfect will change how you view everything and everyone in your life! In This Episode You’ll Learn: - The third of four eternal truths about God that transforms us. (The 4 G's) - Why we search for satisfaction and joy to fill the "hunger" in our lives. - How Jesus is the better fulfillment of all your hunger and lack of joy! - How to find the unbelief and actions that are keeping you from finding joy.

Many of us were raised to believe that the Christmas holidays are a time to unplug from outside relationships and our “normal” community rhythms. Even many Christians tend to isolate away from their small groups, missional communities, and neighbors instead of pressing deeper into relationships at this time of year. In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, we'll give you 10 fun and easy missional ideas that you can do with family and friends to help you stay on mission this holiday season. In This Episode You’ll Learn: –Why the Christmas holidays are a perfect time to reach out on mission. –How recent social distancing regulations have made certain, favorite, holiday traditions a perfect opportunity for mission in your neighborhood. –How to pick one other family to be part of your family this holiday season. –10 ideas you can mix and match that are fun for your family to do together.

The story of Christ's birth is a story of promise, hope, and revolutionary love. So, what happened? What was once a time to celebrate the birth of a savior has somehow turned into a season of stress, shopping lists, and debt. In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, Caesar starts a special Advent Series by diving deep into the greatness of God and how believing this changes what and Who we put our hope in this holiday season and in everyday life. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - The four eternal truths about God that change everything. (The 4 G's) - Why we continue trusting in "self" yet hoping for more. - How Jesus was born to bring and fulfill hope! - How to discern the areas of life you are still trying to control.

Thanksgiving gives us a beautiful chance to practice radical hospitality—welcoming others into our lives and treating them like family. But what if this year, you opened up your table in a way that reflects how big God's family really is? In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, Tina joins me for a conversation about Friendsgiving—a simple but powerful way to include others in your life, especially those who may not have a place to celebrate. We’ll talk about how to shift your mindset, get your family on board, and create space at your table for gospel relationships to grow. You don’t need a perfect meal. You just need a seat, a little flexibility, and a willingness to love like Jesus. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - Why expanding your definition of “family” is central to living on mission. - Who you might invite this year—and how to ask without it being awkward. - What to do when your relatives aren’t thrilled about “outsiders” joining the table. - How to express thankfulness in a way that feels genuine and Spirit-led.

We often talk about “the culture” like it’s something out there... something other people shape. But the truth is, we are the culture. God has placed each of us right in the middle of it—on purpose. The question isn’t whether Christians have a role in shaping society, the question is, how intentional will we be about it? In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, we look at what historians call the 7 Pillars of Society—realms that form the foundation of every culture—and how God’s plan to restore all things includes your role within them. This isn’t about adding more church activities—it’s about moving the church (that’s us!) into everyday life where discipleship belongs. Your gifts, relationships, and influence already exist within one or more of these pillars. Let’s explore how to recognize that and lean in. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - How every society is built around the same 7 foundational “pillars” - Why God placed you (and your church) within specific parts of culture - How disciple-making fits naturally into every one of the 7 Pillars - Why relational trust—not structure—is the key to cultural engagement

Starting a missional community from scratch doesn’t mean rallying your friends for another weekly meeting or trying to sell people on “doing life together.” It begins with something much deeper—and much closer to home. In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, I’ll talk about what it really looks like to start a true missional community that feels like family and lives on mission together in the everyday stuff of life. If you’ve ever longed for more than just rows and routines, this one's for you. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - What sets a missional community apart from typical small groups or Bible studies. - Why you don’t need permission or a program to start something new. - Why it starts with your own family rhythms, not a church calendar. - 7 practical steps to begin forming a community that lives like family and makes disciples. - Free Start-up Guide to get you going quickly.

Has your missional community started to feel more like a small group that meets than a family that grows and multiplies? Even strong communities can get stuck in comfortable rhythms if leaders aren’t intentional about growth and sending. In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, I’ll help you rethink how to prepare your community for healthy growth and change. Multiplication isn’t a threat to relationships—it’s proof that God’s Spirit is at work. We’ll talk about how to plan for it, communicate it well, and walk your people through the transition with grace and confidence. Healthy things always grow. That means your group will change, and that’s a good thing. I’ll show you how to lead with both vision and empathy so your community can stay focused on the mission—without losing heart. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - How to normalize the idea of growth and multiplication early in your community’s life. - Ways to prepare your people emotionally and practically for sending and change. - How to talk about grief and loss in a way that strengthens relationships. - Why keeping things small, simple, and reproducible helps leaders develop new communities.

Do you ever feel like your patience wears thin or your brain just can’t make one more decision? Maybe you start the day strong but end up frustrated, grabbing junk food, or zoning out on your phone by evening. You’re not alone. This might be decision fatigue quietly draining your capacity and joy. In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, we unpack why so many of us run out of energy for the things that matter most—and how small, intentional changes can bring back peace and focus. You’ll discover that what feels like a lack of willpower is often just too many choices... and how God invites us into a rhythm of rest and wisdom that frees us to live on mission with joy. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - The difference between lacking willpower and experiencing decision fatigue. - How to recognize the signs of decision fatigue in your daily life. - Why decision fatigue often derails your discipleship and mission efforts. - Simple ways to plan, rest, and partner with God to reduce decision fatigue each day.

Money is never just about money. Jesus talked about it more than almost anything else because He knew it reveals where our hearts truly rest. This week on the Everyday Disciple Podcast, we look at how our understanding of the gospel shapes the way we view and use money—and how generosity naturally flows from grace, not guilt. We’ll explore how Jesus’ words invite us to see money not as a measure of success, but as a mirror of what we treasure most. You’ll also discover how to find lasting security in God’s provision and freedom from the anxiety that money so often brings. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: - Why Jesus connected money with the desires of our hearts - How money can distort our sense of significance and security - What “gospel tipping” is and why generosity reorders your heart - A surprising perspective on retirement and inheritance

Halloween often carries a “dark history,” and many Christians have been told it's a holiday to avoid. But you might be surprised to learn the real story behind this event. Rather than missing out, it’s a prime opportunity to bring light and redemption to your community. In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, Caesar and Heath discuss the amazing opportunity that our current cultural experience of Halloween provides as we live on mission and make disciples. 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.

Love him or hate him, Donald Trump has become one of the most polarizing figures of our time. And a big issue for pastors and church leaders is this: how much are our people being discipled by politics instead of Jesus? In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, we’ll step back from the headlines and look at what Scripture says about authority, leadership, and the Kingdom. If we’re not careful, political loyalties can shape our churches more than gospel priorities. This conversation will help you shepherd your people toward living as citizens of God’s eternal Kingdom, above and beyond party lines. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: - Why God allows leaders to rise—even the ones we disagree with. - How Scripture reframes our view of government and authority. - Ways to re-center identity and allegiance in the Kingdom of God. - How to guide your people toward love and peacemaking in political conversations.

Living as a missionary is more about being than doing. Too often, we think of missionaries only as people who pack up and move overseas. But the truth is, if you are a Christian, you already are a missionary—it’s part of your identity in Christ. In this episode of the Everyday Disciple Podcast, I share what it looks like to live every day as a missionary right where God has placed you. We’ll talk about how to embrace this calling in your neighborhood, cross the street before you cross the globe, and take simple steps to live as God’s sent ones together. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - Who the Bible calls “missionaries” or “sent ones” in everyday life. - How your missionary identity flows straight from God’s own heart. - Why “Go and make disciples” is not optional—it’s Jesus’ command. - How to start living as a missionary right where you live today.

Friendship isn’t optional if we want to make disciples—it’s essential. But for many of us, building deeper friendships feels harder than ever. We’re busy, distracted, or unsure how to take relationships beyond surface-level. This week on the Everyday Disciple Podcast, we sat down with author Twyla Franz to talk about what it really takes to grow friendships that last. You’ll hear practical ways to open your life, welcome interruptions, and start investing in trust-filled relationships that make discipleship a natural part of everyday life. In This Episode You’ll Learn: - Why friendship and trust are the true pathways for disciple-making. - Why openness and vulnerability don’t have to be scary. - Why “divine interruptions” may be God’s invitation to deeper connection. - 10 simple ways to build friendships that actually transform lives.

As God’s kids, living together as his family here on Earth, we’ve been called to serve others—not as a duty, but as a natural overflow of our identity in Christ. And the truth is, some of the smallest, simplest acts of service can make the biggest impact in people’s lives and in our cities. This week on the Everyday Disciple Podcast, we’ll show you how serving your city in little, everyday ways can provide both a picture and an experience of the gospel. You’ll hear 12 powerful, yet simple ways to improve your neighborhood and bless the people around you. And these aren’t hard or expensive—they’re things anyone can do, starting today! In This Episode You’ll Learn: – Why serving others puts God’s character on display in the world. – How small acts of service often spark reconciliation and restoration. – 12 simple things you can do right now to bring life to your city. – How your family or group can jump in and start serving this week.