How can the church become a place where everyone confidently knows and teaches the Word of God?
In Episode 9 of The Disciple Standard Podcast, Pastor Aaron, Pastor Scott, and Seron reflect on a smooth Easter celebration and dive into topics that shape the future of the church—from Bible literacy to meeting people where they're at.
We cover:
🌅 A quick Easter recap and what went right
🎶 Using music to engage with the Psalms
📖 Why everyone in the church should be equipped to understand and teach the Bible
🧠 Helping new people follow the sermon and grow in knowledge
🗣 The role of Public Reading of Scripture and group discussion in spiritual growth
🤝 How leaders can better meet people where they are
🏘 Stories of God at work in community It's a powerful episode for anyone passionate about building a Bible-literate, welcoming, and Spirit-led church.
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Psalm 30 song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLwhZKWI0QM
00:00 – Easter Recap: Did It Go Too Smoothly?
03:12 – Measuring Success Beyond Logistics
06:22 – Reaching First-Time Guests on Easter
09:06 – Choosing Psalm 30 for the Easter Sermon
12:20 – Almost Singing the Psalm During the Sermon
15:34 – Cheering for Jesus Like It's a Cubs Game
17:19 – How Psalm 30 Speaks to Both Christians and Seekers
19:33 – Newcomers Ask Big Questions at Public Reading
22:05 – Biblical Literacy at Sunlight: Mixed Levels, Shared Growth
25:05 – Why Long-Time Churchgoers May Not Know the Bible
27:43 – The Need for Systematic, Personalized Discipleship
29:34 – Learning to Teach Others Deepens Your Faith
31:01 – Every Member a Disciple-Maker
33:21 – When You Don't Know the Answer (and That's Okay)
35:10 – Letting Scripture Be the Teacher
36:03 – Pros (Public Reading of Scripture) and Food Go Together
38:13 – From Skeptic to Pros Leader: Seron's Transformation
40:04 – Why Focused Scripture Reading Matters
41:26 – Easter Worship: Losing My Voice, Finding My Why
43:24 – From Private Conviction to Public Revival
46:00 – How God Uses a Whole Community to Move His Mission
47:10 – What's Next: Community, Discipleship, and Psalms in Worship
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