Disciple Blueprint Podcast

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Disciple Blueprint Podcast Helping everyday believers grow in faith and live like Jesus. Join Raymond—Bible teacher, author, and disciple-maker—for short, powerful episodes on spiritual growth, prayer, leadership, grief, and bold faith. Whether you’re new to the journey or growing deeper, this podcast equips you to become a fully devoted follower of Christ. Learn more at DiscipleBlueprint.com

  1. 16h ago

    EP32 - Is God First—or Is He Actually at the Center? - Start at Home Series

    You've probably heard Christians describe their priorities this way: God first, family second, church third, work fourth. But does God really belong at the top of a list—or should He be at the center of everything on it? In this episode of the Disciple Blueprint Podcast, we examine what it really means to put God first. Following Christ isn't about giving God a few minutes in the morning before moving on to the rest of our lives. Biblical surrender means allowing Him to shape our families, work, finances, relationships, decisions, politics, priorities, and even our thought lives. God doesn't simply want to become another category in your life. He wants to be Lord of all of it. In this episode: What Jesus meant by seeking God's kingdom first Why separating “spiritual life” from everyday life creates a problem What Colossians 3:17 teaches about following Christ in everything Why surrender becomes most visible when God disagrees with us How to determine what is really at the center of your life A practical five-area “center check” Scripture: Matthew 6:33; Colossians 3:17; Romans 12:1 This episode is part of the Start at Home series, where we're moving from diagnosing what's wrong around us to asking what God wants to change within us. https://www.discipleblueprint.com/startathome Disciple Blueprint provides free resources to help Christians study God's Word, grow spiritually, and put biblical truth into practice. https://www.discipleblueprint.com/freestuff Disciple Blueprint — Helping Christians become fully devoted followers of Christ. Continue the Start at Home SeriesFree Christian Resources

  2. 1d ago

    EP31 - What Has God Already Put in Front of You? - Start at Home Series

    When we think about making a difference for God, it's easy to imagine doing something big—a larger ministry, a bigger audience, an important position, or an opportunity to influence thousands of people. But what if the most important ministry God has given you is already sitting across the dinner table? In this episode of the Disciple Blueprint Podcast, we examine what biblical faithfulness looks like in ordinary life. Rather than waiting for a bigger opportunity, Jesus calls us to be faithful with what God has already placed in our hands. Your family, neighbors, coworkers, friends, and church family aren't interruptions while you wait for your “real” ministry to begin. They may be the very people God is calling you to influence today. In this episode: Why faithfulness begins with what you already have What Jesus meant by being faithful in little Why ordinary relationships are important opportunities for discipleship How Deuteronomy 6 places spiritual formation in everyday family life Why influence shouldn't be measured by audience size A simple exercise for identifying the people God has placed in front of you Scripture: Luke 16:10; Deuteronomy 6; John 6 Explore the complete Start at Home series and discover why lasting cultural change begins with ordinary Christians faithfully serving God in their homes, churches, and communities. https://www.discipleblueprint.com/startathome Find free Bible studies, discipleship resources, and practical tools designed to help you grow in your walk with Christ. https://www.discipleblueprint.com/freestuff Disciple Blueprint — Helping Christians become fully devoted followers of Christ. Continue the Start at Home SeriesFree Christian Resources

  3. 2d ago

    EP30 - Why You Can't Fix the World from Washington - Start at Home Series

    We spend enormous amounts of time arguing about elections, politicians, laws, and what Washington should do to fix the problems facing our country. Government matters, and Scripture gives it a legitimate role—but there are some things government simply cannot do. In this episode of the Disciple Blueprint Podcast, we look at the difference between changing behavior from the outside and the transformation that only Christ can accomplish from the inside. Government can restrain wrongdoing, enforce laws, and maintain order, but it cannot change a greedy heart, heal hatred, create faithfulness, or cause someone to love Christ. If we want to see lasting change in our country, perhaps we need to stop looking first toward Washington and start asking what God wants to change in us and in the people within our own sphere of influence. In this episode: Why good government and good laws still matter What government can—and cannot—change Why cultural problems ultimately lead us back to the human heart How Christians can become distracted by fixing everyone else Why lasting change begins with Christ How to identify the people God has already given you influence over Scripture: Romans 13; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Mark 7:21–23 This episode is part of Start at Home: Why Your Kitchen Table Matters More Than Washington Ever Will, a series exploring God's design for the family, church, and government—and why rebuilding a broken culture begins closer to home. https://www.discipleblueprint.com/startathome Looking for practical resources to help you grow as a follower of Christ? Disciple Blueprint offers free Bible studies, discipleship tools, and other resources. https://www.discipleblueprint.com/freestuff Disciple Blueprint — Helping Christians become fully devoted followers of Christ. Continue the Start at Home SeriesFree Christian Resources

  4. 4d ago

    Start at Home - EP29 - Faithful Christian: Living for God in a Broken World

    Can one faithful Christian really make a difference?As we conclude this section of the Start at Home series, Raymond Smith reminds us that God has never been looking for famous people—He's been looking for faithful people. Throughout Scripture, God has repeatedly used ordinary men and women who simply chose to trust Him and obey His Word.Rather than becoming discouraged by everything we cannot control, this episode challenges us to focus on the responsibilities God has already placed in front of us. Faithfulness in your home, your church, your workplace, and your community is where lasting influence begins.You'll leave this episode encouraged to stop measuring your impact by the world's standards and start measuring it by faithfulness to God's calling.Key Scriptures• Galatians 6:9 • 1 Corinthians 3:6 • Matthew 25:21 In This Episode• Why God values faithfulness over fame. • Biblical examples of ordinary people God used in extraordinary ways. • How to focus on what God has entrusted to you. • Why obedience is our responsibility and the results belong to God. • Finding hope in God's unchanging design. Companion Resources📖 Companion Article:Faithful Christian: Living for God in a Broken WorldContinue the Start at Home series:https://discipleblueprint.com/startathome🎥 Companion Sermon:Fixing a Broken Societyhttps://youtu.be/EfnHSEp884E🎁 Free biblical resources:https://discipleblueprint.com/freestuffConnect with Disciple BlueprintIf this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend, your family, or your Bible study group. Your recommendation may be the encouragement someone else needs to keep faithfully following Christ.Be sure to subscribe to the Disciple Blueprint Podcast because next week we begin a brand-new section of the Start at Home series, where we'll move from the biblical foundation to practical application. We'll begin exploring how to build a Christ-centered home in today's culture with practical, biblical steps you can begin applying immediately.#StartAtHome #DiscipleBlueprint #FaithfulChristian #ChristianLiving #Discipleship #BiblicalWorldview #Faithfulness #Hope #FollowJesus #SpiritualGrowth

  5. 5d ago

    Start at Home - EP28 - It Starts at Home

    Can one person really make a difference?When we look at the challenges facing our families, churches, and nation, it's easy to become discouraged. We often think the solutions must come from Washington, new laws, or the next election. But throughout Scripture, God has consistently worked in a different way.In this episode, Raymond Smith explains why lasting cultural change begins with transformed hearts, strengthened families, and faithful churches—not government programs. Discover why God changes society from the inside out and how every Christian can begin making a difference right where God has placed them.If you've ever wondered whether your faithfulness really matters, this episode will remind you that God has always used ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things.Key Scriptures• Matthew 28:19–20 • Galatians 6:9 • 1 Corinthians 3:6 In This Episode• Why real change begins with individual faithfulness. • How Jesus changed the world from the inside out. • Why every Christian has influence. • Practical ways to start living according to God's design today. • Why hope begins at home—not in Washington. Companion Resources📖 Companion Article:Faithful Christian: Living for God in a Broken WorldContinue the Start at Home series:https://discipleblueprint.com/startathome🎥 Companion Sermon:Fixing a Broken Societyhttps://youtu.be/EfnHSEp884E🎁 Free biblical resources:https://discipleblueprint.com/freestuffConnect with Disciple BlueprintIf this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who needs a reminder that God can use one faithful life to make an eternal difference. Then subscribe to the Disciple Blueprint Podcast so you never miss a future episode.#StartAtHome #DiscipleBlueprint #ChristianLiving #Faithfulness #Discipleship #Family #BiblicalWorldview #Hope #FollowJesus #Faith

  6. 6d ago

    Start at Home - EP27 - When Government Leaves Its Lane

    What happens when government begins taking on responsibilities God assigned to the family and the church?In this episode, Raymond Smith examines several historical examples that illustrate how institutions can gradually move beyond their original purpose. Looking at the school prayer decisions of the 1960s and the expansion of Great Society programs, you'll discover why understanding God's blueprint for society is just as important today as it has ever been.This episode isn't about criticizing history or questioning motives. It's about learning an important biblical principle: good intentions do not always produce good results. When God's institutions leave the roles He designed for them, unintended consequences often follow.Key Scriptures• Romans 13:1–7 • 1 Timothy 5:8 • James 1:27 • Acts 2:44–47 In This Episode• The difference between God's design and human solutions. • What the Supreme Court's school prayer decisions actually addressed. • How the expansion of government assistance changed the roles of families and churches. • Why good intentions can still produce unintended consequences. • The hope found in returning to God's original blueprint. Companion Resources📖 Companion Article:Biblical Government: Has Government Left Its God-Given Role?Continue the Start at Home series:https://discipleblueprint.com/startathome🎁 Free biblical resources:https://discipleblueprint.com/freestuffConnect with Disciple BlueprintIf this episode gave you a new perspective on the relationship between the family, the church, and government, share it with a friend or your Bible study group. Then subscribe to the Disciple Blueprint Podcast so you don't miss the next episode as we begin focusing on where lasting change truly begins.#StartAtHome #DiscipleBlueprint #BiblicalGovernment #BiblicalWorldview #ChristianLiving #Romans13 #Family #Church #Government #Faith

  7. Aug 12

    Start at Home - EP26 -Has Government Left Its God-Given Role?

    What role did God actually give government?Christians have strong opinions about government, but many have never stopped to ask what the Bible actually says about its purpose. In this episode, Raymond Smith opens Romans 13 to examine God's design for civil government and explains why understanding its God-given responsibilities changes the way we view politics, public policy, and society.Rather than beginning with political parties or current events, this episode begins with Scripture. Discover the four primary responsibilities God entrusted to government and why understanding those responsibilities provides a biblical framework for evaluating every political issue.Key Scriptures• Romans 13:1–7 • Micah 6:8 • 1 Peter 2:13–17 In This Episode• Why government is part of God's design for society. • The four biblical responsibilities of civil government. • Why authority always comes with God-given boundaries. • How to evaluate government through the lens of Scripture instead of politics. Companion Resources📖 Companion Article:Biblical Government: Has Government Left Its God-Given Role?Continue the Start at Home series:https://discipleblueprint.com/startathome🎁 Free biblical resources:https://discipleblueprint.com/freestuffConnect with Disciple BlueprintIf this episode helped you better understand God's design for government, subscribe to the Disciple Blueprint Podcast and share this episode with someone who wants to think biblically about today's issues.#StartAtHome #DiscipleBlueprint #BiblicalGovernment #Romans13 #ChristianLiving #BiblicalWorldview #Faith #Government #BibleStudy #Truth

  8. Aug 11

    Start at Home - EP25 - When The Church is Silent

    Every day, someone is teaching us how to think.The question is: Who is shaping your worldview?In this episode, Raymond Smith explores one of the greatest challenges facing the modern church. When churches avoid addressing the biblical issues people face every day, Christians often turn to social media, the news, podcasts, and popular culture for answers. Unfortunately, those voices don't always begin with God's Word.This episode isn't about becoming political. It's about becoming biblical. Scripture speaks to every area of life, and faithful churches should lovingly teach what God says—even when the culture disagrees. Discover why silence is never neutral and why discipleship matters now more than ever.Key Scriptures• Matthew 28:19–20 • 2 Timothy 3:16–17 • Acts 20:27 In This Episode• Why someone is always shaping your worldview. • The danger of allowing culture to disciple Christians. • Why churches should faithfully teach all of God's Word. • How to evaluate whether your thinking is being shaped by Scripture or culture. Companion Resources📖 Companion Article:What Is the Purpose of the Church?Continue the Start at Home series:https://discipleblueprint.com/startathome🎁 Free biblical resources:https://discipleblueprint.com/freestuffConnect with Disciple BlueprintIf you know someone who is trying to navigate today's culture from a biblical perspective, share this episode with them. Then subscribe to the Disciple Blueprint Podcast so you never miss a future episode.#StartAtHome #DiscipleBlueprint #BiblicalWorldview #ChristianLiving #Discipleship #Truth #Church #BibleStudy #Faith #MakeDisciples

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Disciple Blueprint Podcast Helping everyday believers grow in faith and live like Jesus. Join Raymond—Bible teacher, author, and disciple-maker—for short, powerful episodes on spiritual growth, prayer, leadership, grief, and bold faith. Whether you’re new to the journey or growing deeper, this podcast equips you to become a fully devoted follower of Christ. Learn more at DiscipleBlueprint.com

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    2025 - 2026
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