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The Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationWelcome to Season Six of the FDM Podcast: Empty Nest, Full Purpose | An FDM UpdateLife's seasons change, but purpose endures. As I (Tosha Williams) launch Season Six (!!!!) of the Family Disciple Me podcast, I'm also entering a new personal chapter—my youngest just turned 18, marking the end of almost three decades of active parenting. This transition feels monumental yet clarifying: though my daily routines will transform, my fundamental mission remains steadfast.From childhood through parenthood and now approaching empty-nester status, my north star has been consistent: knowing Christ and making Him known. This simple yet profound purpose—what we at Family Disciple Me call "seek Him, speak Him"—transcends life stages and ci...2025-05-0409 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationTHE EASTER TRILOGY: Belief Before Miracles: The Palm Sunday Question / Holy Week Conversations"Do you believe this?" Jesus' profound question to Martha before raising her brother Lazarus reverberates throughout Palm Sunday's celebration and directly into our lives today. When faced with impossible situations, do we trust Jesus before seeing the miracle?Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, but the story actually begins with a pivotal miracle—Lazarus' resurrection from the dead. Martha's declaration of faith before seeing her brother alive again demonstrates genuine belief in Jesus' identity, not just His abilities. This same question confronts us: Do we believe Jesus is who He says He is and that He...2025-04-1215 min
The Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationMarch MISSION Madness: The Story of Margaret Wilson // Suffering for JesusDiscover the extraordinary story of Margaret Wilson, the courageous 18-year-old in the 1600s who faced execution for her unyielding faith in Christ amidst Scotland's turbulent history. In this episode, Tosha Williams and Wendy Hickox share about the gripping events leading to Margaret and her sister Agnes's arrest and sentencing to death. As Margaret approached her execution, her actions even in suffering became a powerful testimony to faith in Jesus.Join us as we reflect on Margaret Wilson's story, especially the Scripture she recited at her death: Romans 8:18: “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comp...2025-03-3020 min
The Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationMarch MISSION Madness: Embracing Selflessness Through Mary Slessor's JourneyIn this episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Mary Slessor, a woman whose faith may have seemed like madness yet remains a powerful testament to selfless love and service. Born into hardship but driven by an unwavering faith, Mary left her homeland of Scotland in the 1800s to serve as a missionary in dangerous Nigeria. There she faced challenges many of us could only imagine. From her fierce opposition against the killing of twins to her leading during conflicts in Nigeria, Mary lived a life focused on eternal impact rather than temporary comfort.Join the two...2025-03-2318 min
The Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationMarch MISSION Madness: The Story of Monica: A Mother's Faith that Transformed History // Galatians 5:16This month, we continue celebrating the lives of those who lived radically, even "madly," for Jesus. And few lived a more persistent, passionate, and prayer-fueled life than Saint Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine—one of the greatest theologians in Christian history. Join me, Tosha Williams, and my friend Wendy Hickox as we dive into talking about this incredible woman of prayer. Her story is not one of grand sermons, dramatic miracles, or public ministry. Instead, she lived out a quiet, determined, and fiercely faithful life—a life that seemed foolish to some but was profoundly powerful in th...2025-03-1619 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationMarch MISSION Madness: The Story of Harriet Tubman: Faith, Courage, and the Pursuit of Freedom // Galatians 5:1What does it take to change the course of history? Join Wendy Hickox and me, Tosha Williams, as we highlight the extraordinary life of Harriet Tubman, a woman whose profound trust in God empowered her to relentlessly pursue freedom - and not just for herself but for many. Harriet's daring escape and heroic missions on the Underground Railroad exemplify not just her bravery, but her unyielding belief that she was chosen by God to lead others to freedom. Her legacy is a powerful reminder of the impact one person can have when driven by faith, courage, and a commitment...2025-03-0916 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationApp Convo: THE JOURNEY WITH JESUS // Walking with Him through the Spiritual Disciplines // IntroductionEver felt a tug at your heart, calling you to something greater with Jesus? I'm Tosha Williams, and I've cherished that very longing since childhood—a desire to walk alongside Jesus, just as His disciples did. With that desire as the backdrop, I introduce the "Journey With Jesus" conversation series. This podcast episode is an introduction into this series about moving through the spiritual disciplines to grow closer to Him.This soul-stirring series offers actionable steps that lead from the ordinary into the extraordinary. It starts with the movement of following Jesus then becomes a ci...2025-03-0111 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationApp Convo: THE FIVE FINGER GOSPEL: A Handful of Truths to Introduce Children to Jesus // An Overview Introduction to the SeriesDo you ever feel daunted by the task of explaining the profound truths of the Gospel to a child's heart? I (Tosha Williams) would love to lend you a guiding hand—quite literally—as we introduce "The Five Finger Gospel," an engaging and memorable way to share the love of Jesus with the youngest amongst us. Our journey begins with the pinky, a small finger with a mighty message: Jesus sees even the littlest among us. As we progress through each digit, from the quietly significant pinky to the affirming thumbs-up, children are invited to grasp the essence of the...2025-03-0112 min
The Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationMarch MISSION Madness: Crazy, Amazing Lives for Jesus // An Introduction // 1 Corinthians 1:18March Madness is great fun with basketball, buzzer beaters and crazy championship games. But, this March, let's talk about something even greater: March MISSION Madness. In this new collection of conversations, we focus on living crazy amazing lives for Jesus - - - and weave in some testimonies from history to inspire us.In this episode, join Tosha Williams and Wendy Hickox for an inspiring introduction into living all out for Jesus. We will look at four amazing, inspiring women who experienced the power of God in their lives. The world may have seen them a...2025-03-0118 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationI WILLS TO INSTILL: I Will Speak Him // A Conversation with Wendy Hickox about Talking FaithWe talk about what matters to us, and this should be true in our relationship with God, too. In this episode, join Wendy Hickox and me, Tosha Williams, as we ponder the invitation of Isaiah 12:4: to declare, proclaim, praise and make known who God is. Thing is, God doesn't just want us to experience His goodness but to boldly proclaim Him to others. With our series "I Wills to Instill" as the backdrop, Wendy and I discuss what this can look like. Discipleship begins with a conversation, and this podcast challenges us to skip the intimidation and ge...2025-02-1613 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationI WILLS TO INSTILL: I Will Seek Him // Taking Devotions from Drudgery to Delight // The Motto of the Family Disciple Me MinistryDrudgery, discipline, delight—what do these words signify in your spiritual journey? Join Tosha Williams in the Family Disciple Me podcast as we explore Isaiah chapter 12:3 and unpack how the act of seeking God, akin to drawing water from a deep well, requires commitment but promises profound spiritual renewal. Listen in as Tosha shares personal insights from life on her family farm, illustrating how intentionality in our relationship with the Lord can lead to spiritually fulfilling lives.In this episode, we delve into the heart of our "Seek Him Speak Him" motto. We reflect on the journey fro...2025-02-0113 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationCelebrating 50 Years of Faith: A Spiritual Jubilee JourneyToday I - Tosha Williams - mark a 50-year anniversary of faith that began when I was just four years old. Join me as I reflect on the incredible milestone of walking with Jesus for half a century. This episode is about my 'spiritual Jubilee,' a biblical tradition that has guided my last twelve months. Journey with me through the profound experiences and unexpected joys, like the serendipitous gift of my granddaughter named Jubilee, that have marked this sacred passage of time.Throughout this episode, I'll share my past five decades with Jesus...2025-01-2011 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationI WILLS TO INSTILL: I Will Trust God // Letting Trust Change Your Perspective About Your StoryLife is filled with uncertainty, yet, whatever a new year brings, we can find strength and even joy through trust in God. This latest podcast episode talks about the determined decision to trust Him no matter what happens in life. Let's look at biblical insights from Isaiah 12:2 - - - continuing our "I WILLS to INSTILL" conversations. Listen in on this episode, then spend a few moments in personal devotions with this conversation guide.******“I WILLS TO INSTILL” - Convo #2: I Will Trust God“Indeed, God is my salvation; I will tru...2025-01-1910 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationHappy New Year! "I WILLS TO INSTILL" in the New Year // I Will Give ThanksKicking off a new year, join me (Tosha Williams) as we focus on adopting the powerful "I will" mindset. In this new conversation series, we're going to look at multiple "I WILLS" from Isaiah chapter 12, starting with "I Will Give Thanks." Giving thanks can deepen our understanding of what God is doing in and around us. Let's start this year with gratitude then seek to instill that mindset into those entrusted to us! Listen in on this podcast episode, then consider the following devotion driven discipleship conversation from Isaiah 12:1 as you "Seek Him Speak Him":********************2025-01-0413 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationTHE GIFTS OF CHRISTMAS: The Gift of JOY // JOY Starts with Saying YES to JesusEmbracing the JOY of Jesus will transform our lives, not just during the Christmas season but all year round. Let's explore this truth, drawing inspiration from the story of the angels and the shepherds, who discovered the joy of saying "yes" to God's invitation. Let's unpack how joy is not just a fleeting emotion but a deep, intrinsic part of our relationship with Him. Whether you're navigating the complexities of life or facing moments of loneliness, this episode invites you to consider how accepting God's invitation can lead you to a lasting and fulfilling joy.**********2024-12-0310 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationTHE GIFTS OF CHRISTMAS: Unwrap LOVE // a conversation about REALLY examining LOVEWhat if the gifts we unwrap each Christmas could teach us something profound about love? Join me, Tosha Williams, in this story of my daughter Annalarie, whose childhood curiosity about our family's Christmas gifts is a metaphor for us to understand love. Let's examine real love versus the counterfeit versions often presented to us. Listen in, reflect on love in your own life (using the following guide), then be encouraged to let this devotion lead you into talking about love with your family and friendships this Christmas season.*****************“Give thanks to the Lord, for he...2024-12-0323 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationTHE GIFTS OF CHRISTMAS: Unwrap PEACE // How God's Gift of Peace Changes UsEven during the happiest season of the year, we can experience fear and anxiety. God has a gift for us in the midst of this, though. Join me (Tosha Williams) as I share a personal journey of wrestling with sadness only to discover in a new way the power of God's peace. Even when circumstances don't change, His peace will change us. In this episode, let's "unwrap" His peace. Seek Him Speak Him!**********“The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace” Psalm 29:11 NIVSEEK HIM...2024-12-0216 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationTHE GIFTS OF CHRISTMAS: Unwrap Hope // Anticipation and Expectation of God's PromisesThis Christmas, let's unwrap and examine some of the most profound gifts God has given us, starting with the gift of HOPE. In this podcast, I (Tosha Williams) share about the surprising origins of hope in Genesis 1:9, which caught me off guard and has captivated my heart. Listen in to this episode, then seek the Lord in the following "Devotion Driven Discipleship" guide. Then be encouraged to begin a meaningful conversation about HOPE with someone God has entrusted to you!****“The Lord is good to those whose HOPE is in him, to the one who...2024-12-0115 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationWAYS TO PRAISE: The Joyful Promise of ZION // Celebrating God's PresenceHow does the reality of God's presence impact you today? This question is central to the significance of my grandson Zion's name. Though Zion has historically been a symbol of joy and hope, today it seems its deeper meaning is lost. So join me as I talk about Zion and reflect on its joyful reality. As we celebrate Thanksgiving, let's reclaim the excitement surrounding Zion and allow it to guide us into a season rich with gratitude. *********WAYS TO PRAISEZion: Celebrate God’s Presence“Sing to the...2024-11-2615 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationWAYS TO PRAISE: Psalm // Declaring God's Character as We Wait for His Favor // Our Sweet Baby AThis Thanksgiving season, join me, Tosha Williams, as I share some profound themes that arise from my grandchildren's names. These aren't just sentimental to my family; the names are powerful reminders of gratitude and thankfulness and, in this conversation series, "Ways to Praise."This series starts with this intro "Dumisani: Praise the Lord!" then continues with "Jubilee: Declare God's Favor". Thing is, Jubilee is the counterpoint to Psalm, both in my family and in our gratitude. This podcast episode explains how both together can impact our days and our praise! Listen in, then seek the Lord through th...2024-11-1817 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationWAYS TO PRAISE: Jubilee - Proclaim God's Favor // My Personal Story of JubileeThis episode explores the significance of Jubilee, a concept that has profoundly shaped my life and faith journey as I mark my 50th year as a Christ follower. Celebrate alongside me (Tosha Williams) as I recount the unexpected joy of welcoming twins during my personal year of Jubilee. I hope my sweet Jubilee will inspire you to consider what God has done and is doing in your life! What's more, as we enter the Thanksgiving season, after you listen to this episode, then spend some time seeking the Lord guided by this conversation...******************Messiah’s Ju...2024-11-1021 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationWAYS TO PRAISE: Praise the LORD // How an Uber Ride Became a Divine AppointmentCan a simple Uber ride turn into a life-changing moment? Join me, Tosha Williams, as I recount an unexpected divine encounter I experienced during my very first Uber journey, where I met Dumasani, a driver whose name means "Praise the Lord." This serendipitous meeting was an answer to my prayers regarding this year's Family Disciple Me Thanksgiving conversations. God often works through everyday moments to affirm our faith journeys, and this year, He used this Uber ride to affirm the FDM gratitude series for me. My new friend Dumasani's meaningful, Zimbabwean name confirmed my desire to use...2024-11-0216 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationHappy Birthday Family Disciple Me // A Special Birthday RequestA small volunteer ministry can make a huge impact when we partner together in the journey. As we celebrate the seventh birthday of Family Disciple Me, we invite you to be part of something truly transformative. We’re on a mission to empower everyday Christians to fulfill the Great Commission through Devotion Driven Discipleship™, and we've got exciting plans for the future, including a brand new app that will revolutionize our ministry. Join us as we discuss how your support, whether through a one-time gift or a monthly commitment, can help FDM take bold steps into 2025, ensuring our mission cont...2024-10-2102 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationCelebrating Seven Years of Family Disciple Me: Reflecting on the Past and Embracing the FutureWhat if a simple vision shared at a barbecue restaurant could spark a movement that impacts families across generations? Join me, Tosha Williams, as we mark the seventh birthday of the Family Disciple Me Ministry. This episode celebrates how the idea of FDM is becoming a mission-driven force, equipping parents and grandparents and other godly Christ followers to disciple the next generation through meaningful, biblical conversations. Reflecting on our FDM journey from its inception in 2017, I share stories of some of the pivotal moments that shaped our ministry into what it is today. With the significance of the number 7...2024-10-2021 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationCharacter Conversations: RESPONSIBLE // Kid > Employee > Manager > Boss > OwnerThe simple act of doing chores can instill lifelong values of responsibility and stewardship in children. Join me, Tosha Williams, as I share a little about my family's personal journey on the farm, where every chore was a lesson in reliability and responsibility, inspired by biblical principles from Matthew 25:29. In our family, the journey from kid > employee > manager > boss > owner has been a deliberate continuum that applies not just to our kids but to us grownups as well.Listen in on this podcast and ask God how He wants you to engage your own family in this "...2024-10-1314 minThe Family Disciple Me Podcast // Discipleship Starts With a ConversationFacedown Forty: Continuing to Pray When Prayers Are Not Answered (Yet!)What happens when the answers to your prayers feel like they're stuck in traffic? Join me, Tosha Williams, as we continue in this deeply personal journey of steadfast prayer against the backdrop of doubts and delays. Inspired by Moses's relentless 40-day prayer marathon, we explore the power of staying committed to intercession even when the road seems endless. Thing is, God is always listening, even when His timing doesn't match our own. What's more, Jesus Himself encouraged us to keep praying, as Scripture says, "Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and...2024-10-0912 min