Following Jesus: Teaching Them to Observe All He Commanded

Dr. Jeff Colburn — Biblical Scholar
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Following Jesus: Teaching Them to Observe All He Commanded is a podcast about how to be a disciple of Jesus and how to disciple others. Hosted by Dr. Jeff Colburn, this podcast helps believers grow as disciples who make disciples through biblical teaching, practical application, and intentional spiritual formation. Rooted in Matthew 28:20 — “Teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you” — each episode focuses on helping listeners: • Learn the teachings of Jesus • Understand the story of Scripture • Apply the teachings of Jesus to everyday life • Grow in biblical literacy and spiritual maturity • Develop disciple-making relationships • Build a culture of discipleship in the church and home Topics include: • The teachings of Jesus • Disciple-making and mentoring • Spiritual formation • The Kingdom of God • Biblical theology and the Bible story • Huddles and accountability • Leadership developmen Whether you are a new believer, ministry leader, spiritual mentor, small group leader, or someone longing to follow Jesus more faithfully, this podcast is designed to help you learn, live, and teach all that Jesus commanded. Follow Jesus. Be formed by Jesus. Help others follow Jesus. Make disciples who make disciples. ——— Please join our Facebook group to receive additional resources related to each episode, engage in respectful discussions, and post questions. https://followingjesuspodcast You may contact me directly at drjeffcolburn@gmail.com

  1. Jun 8

    S3 E2 - What is the Gospel

    What is the gospel? How would you answer? In this episode I discuss what Jesus and John the Baptist share about this good news. Both call us to repent since the kingdom of heaven is at hand. We are also told that John the Baptist proclaimed a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sin. In this episode, we will explore the words of Jesus and John to better understand the gospel they preached.   In this episode, you will learn: Why we are called to repent What is the gospel What is the kingdom of heaven Who is the Lamb of God The difference between the kingdom and the gospel Substitutionary Atonement Episode Overview: God does what we cannot do for ourselves, He saves us from death and restores our relationship with Him. Jesus and John the Baptist share this amazing rescue plan by preaching the gospel (the good news). This is a gift bestowed upon His undeserving enemy. Key Takeaway: All rebelled against God and are dead in their sin Jesus, the Lamb of God, voluntarily dies for our sins so that we may be restored to God We are saved to do the goods works that God created for us Facebook Group Keep the conversation going. We created a Facebook group where you may share your thoughts, ask questions, and engage in respectful conversation. Each week, we will post episode notes and valuable resources to help you to know and walk with Jesus. Followingjesuspodcast.com Contact me Contact me at drjeffcolburn@gmail.com About the Host Dr. Jeff Colburn earned his Ph.D. in Bible Exposition from Liberty University. He shares his years of theological research and disciple-making experience to help others to know what it is to follow Jesus and observe all that He commanded.

    17 min

  2. Jun 1

    S3 E1 - What Does It Mean to Follow Jesus

    Not sure what it means to follow Jesus? Is there a difference between being a Christian and becoming a disciple? In this episode we explore scripture to learn all that Jesus says about following Him and becoming His disciple. We discuss what it is, the cost, and how they are made. We look to how Jesus is the model and how His model was used by the early church.    In this episode, you will learn: What it means to follow Jesus The cost of discipleship Christian vs Disciple What makes a disciple The Great Commission Imitation of Christ Episode Overview: In the Great Commission (Matt 28:19-20), Jesus tells us that we are to make disciples of all nations. In His command, he shares what makes a disciple; someone who observes all that He commanded. All Christians are disciples, all disciples are to observe all Jesus commanded, and all disciples are to teach others how to observe. Jesus is the model used by the early church and continues to be the model to be used today. Key Takeaway: All Christians are called to be Jesus’ disciples The cost of discipleship is putting Jesus before everything including family and self Jesus tells us in Matthew 28:19-20 (The Great Commission) what makes a disciple Facebook Group Keep the conversation going. We created a Facebook group where you may share your thoughts, ask questions, and engage in respectful conversation. Each week, we will post episode notes and valuable resources to help you to know and walk with Jesus. Followingjesuspodcast.com Contact me Contact me at drjeffcolburn@gmail.com About the Host Dr. Jeff Colburn earned his Ph.D. in Bible Exposition from Liberty University. He shares his years of theological research and disciple-making experience to help others to know what it is to follow Jesus and observe all that He commanded.

    13 min

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    Following Jesus Trailer

    Welcome Following Jesus: Teaching Them to Observe All He Commanded focuses on answering three fundamental questions: How does someone become a disciple of Jesus? How is someone to live as a disciple of Jesus? How do we teach others to become disciples of Jesus? Jesus gives us the answers are in Matthew 28:19-20 “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I commanded you.” Each episode we will discover all that Jesus commanded and how this is to be applied to our lives in the modern context. This is the journey that I am on and I invite you to join me. Facebook Group Keep the conversation going. We created a Facebook group where you may share your thoughts, ask questions, and engage in respectful conversation. Each week, we will post episode notes and valuable resources to help you to know and walk with Jesus. Followingjesuspodcast.com Contact me Contact me at drjeffcolburn@gmail.com About the Host Dr. Jeff Colburn earned his Ph.D. in Bible Exposition from Liberty University. He shares his years of theological research and disciple-making experience to help others to know what it is to follow Jesus and observe all that He commanded.

    2 min

  4. 11/12/2025

    S2 E3 - You Are the Christ - Messianic Expectations During the Second Temple Period

    Before Peter ever called Jesus the Christ, generations of Jews had longed for a deliverer—an anointed one who would restore Israel’s kingdom, purify the Temple, and bring justice to the world. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Colburn uncovers the diverse messianic hopes of Second Temple Judaism—from royal sons of David to priestly reformers and prophetic figures like Moses and Elijah. Drawing on texts from the Hebrew Scriptures, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and writings like 1 Enoch and the Psalms of Solomon, we’ll explore how these expectations shaped the atmosphere of the Gospels. Finally, we’ll see how Jesus both fulfilled and transformed these hopes—redefining messiahship not through conquest but through compassion, suffering, and resurrection. Listen now to rediscover what “Christ” truly meant in the time of Jesus.   ——— Please join our Facebook group to receive additional resources related to each episode, engage in respectful discussions, and post questions. https://drjeffcolburn.com You may contact me directly at drjeffcolburn@gmail.com

    21 min

  5. 11/05/2025

    S2 E2 - The World Jesus Knew: Judaism Under Rome

    Before we can understand what Jesus said, we must understand the world in which He spoke. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Colburn takes you inside the world of first-century Judaism under Roman rule — a world of empires and expectation, prophets and priests, oppression and hope. Discover how political tension, Temple worship, and Jewish faith shaped the social landscape of the Gospels. Learn about the Pharisees, Sadducees, Essenes, and Zealots — the diverse movements wrestling with what faithfulness to God meant under empire. This episode lays the foundation for everything to come, helping us see why Jesus’ announcement of the Kingdom of God was both profoundly Jewish and deeply revolutionary. Listen now to step into the story of faith, history, and hope that set the stage for Jesus’ ministry. ——— Please join our Facebook group to receive additional resources related to each episode, engage in respectful discussions, and post questions. https://drjeffcolburn.com You may contact me directly at drjeffcolburn@gmail.com

    19 min

  6. 10/21/2025

    S2 E1 - Introduction to Jesus in His Jewish Context

    What if understanding Jesus meant stepping into His world? In this special introduction episode, Dr. Jeff Colburn welcomes you to Jesus in His Jewish Context and shares the vision behind the podcast. You’ll discover why exploring the Jewish world of the first century—its history, Scripture, and everyday faith—opens up a richer understanding of Jesus’ message and the Gospels. Dr. Colburn explains how the podcast will bridge faith and history, combining biblical scholarship with spiritual formation so you can see Jesus as His first disciples knew Him. Whether you’re a pastor, seminary student, or lifelong learner, this short episode will prepare you for the journey ahead: rediscovering the Kingdom of God, Second Temple Judaism, and the Jewish roots of Christian faith. Subscribe now and join the conversation as we step into the world that shaped Jesus—and still shapes us today. ——— Please join our Facebook group to receive additional resources related to each episode, engage in respectful discussions, and post questions. https://drjeffcolburn.com You may contact me directly at drjeffcolburn@gmail.com

    3 min

  7. Season 2 Trailer

    Jesus in His Jewish Context Trailer

    What if understanding Jesus meant stepping into His world? Jesus in His Jewish Context is a podcast that explores the Gospels through the lens of first-century Judaism — the world of the Temple, the prophets, and the Kingdom of God. Hosted by Dr. Jeff Colburn, a Bible scholar specializing in Second Temple Judaism and Early Christianity, each episode bridges faith and history to help you see Jesus as His first disciples knew Him. Subscribe now and rediscover the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. ——— Please join our Facebook group to receive additional resources related to each episode, engage in respectful discussions, and post questions. https://drjeffcolburn.com You may contact me directly at drjeffcolburn@gmail.com

    1 min

  8. 04/15/2024

    Episode 14 - What Happens at the End times (Part 2) - What is the Rapture?

    In this episode, Angela and Jeff finish their discussion about what happens during the end times. They address the original question, "what is the rapture?" Angela shares what she learned of the end times and the rapture growing up in the church. Jeff shares the various interpretations of the end times and how some believe in the rapture while others don't.  Illustrations of the various interpretations are posted in the Safe Harbor Digital Community Facebook Group. Please join us at https://digitalsafeharbor.com

    31 min
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Following Jesus: Teaching Them to Observe All He Commanded is a podcast about how to be a disciple of Jesus and how to disciple others. Hosted by Dr. Jeff Colburn, this podcast helps believers grow as disciples who make disciples through biblical teaching, practical application, and intentional spiritual formation. Rooted in Matthew 28:20 — “Teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you” — each episode focuses on helping listeners: • Learn the teachings of Jesus • Understand the story of Scripture • Apply the teachings of Jesus to everyday life • Grow in biblical literacy and spiritual maturity • Develop disciple-making relationships • Build a culture of discipleship in the church and home Topics include: • The teachings of Jesus • Disciple-making and mentoring • Spiritual formation • The Kingdom of God • Biblical theology and the Bible story • Huddles and accountability • Leadership developmen Whether you are a new believer, ministry leader, spiritual mentor, small group leader, or someone longing to follow Jesus more faithfully, this podcast is designed to help you learn, live, and teach all that Jesus commanded. Follow Jesus. Be formed by Jesus. Help others follow Jesus. Make disciples who make disciples. ——— Please join our Facebook group to receive additional resources related to each episode, engage in respectful discussions, and post questions. https://followingjesuspodcast You may contact me directly at drjeffcolburn@gmail.com

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