Are We Following in Jesus’s Footsteps?

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Today’s episode will help us deepen our connection with God through intentional quiet time and embrace everyday opportunities to live out discipleship among the lost and broken.

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Following the Footsteps of Jesus: Part 1 - Quiet Places & The Lost

Join Jason Ishmael and Josh Howard in this thought-provoking episode as they explore what it truly means to follow Jesus by examining where His footsteps regularly lead. They discuss the importance of spending quiet time alone with the Father, and how this time overflows into being intentionally present among lost, hurting, and broken people. Learn about the significance of living life as a mission trip and how to make disciples in your everyday walk. Don't miss this engaging conversation packed with personal insights, practical advice, and profound reflections on discipleship.

 

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Key Takeaways 

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:41 Setting the Stage: Following Jesus

03:46 The First Footstep: Quiet Time with the Father

07:49 The Importance of Consistent Time with God

14:26 Guarding Time with God

22:01 A Friend's Discipleship Class

23:08 The Power of Quiet Time

26:02 Struggles of an Extrovert

26:50 Introverts and Discipleship

28:14 Jesus Among the Lost and Broken

31:32 Isaiah's Encounter and Our Mission

35:23 Living Life as a Mission Trip

40:29 Closing Thoughts and Resources

 

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In this episode, Josh Howard and Jason Ishmael dive into what it really means to follow Jesus. They focus on two key aspects of discipleship: spending intentional time with the Father and actively engaging with the lost and broken.

Josh kicks things off by highlighting how easily time with God gets squeezed out by the busyness of life. He and Jason agree—just like any important relationship, deep intimacy with God takes consistency and commitment. They discuss Jesus’ habit of retreating to quiet places for prayer, sharing personal experiences and lessons from spiritual mentors who’ve embraced this practice. But they don’t shy away from the challenges—distractions, packed schedules, and the struggle to prioritize God over daily demands. Their advice? Treat time with God like a non-negotiable appointment.

The conversation then shifts to discipleship beyond the church walls. Josh and Jason emphasize that following Jesus means stepping into the messy, broken places of the world. Jesus didn’t just preach from a distance—He was present among sinners, offering grace and love. They challenge listeners to rethink their daily interactions, shifting from routine tasks to living missionally, where every moment becomes an opportunity to serve.

They also reflect on the tendency in professional ministry to become isolated from non-believers. True discipleship, they argue, requires breaking out of that bubble and making mission a natural, everyday rhythm. It’s not about grand gestures but small, intentional acts that reflect Jesus' heart.

As they wrap up, Josh and Jason tie everything together: the deeper your connection with God, the more naturally mission flows from your life. They encourage listeners to protect their quiet time with God while stepping boldly into the world’s brokenness. Their message is clear—discipleship isn’t just personal growth; it’s about bringing God’s love into everyday life.

Tune in for a conversation that’s both challenging and inspiring, and get ready to rethink what discipleship looks like in your daily walk.