James Colwell

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Jan 19 2026

Evangelism Must Include Discipleship Training – James Colwell

Youtube Video MP3 Podcast Episode Chapters 00:00 Conclusion: Every Soul Matters00:03 Introduction to Discipleship and Technology01:07 The Intentionality of Discipleship01:36 Understanding the Great Commission02:51 The Call to Follow Christ05:37 The Importance of Confession08:52 Commitment Before Baptism13:14 The Cost of Discipleship16:18 The Mindset of Evangelism22:25 Encouraging New Converts to Evangelize27:21 Final Thoughts on Discipleship and Evangelism Transcript James Colwell (00:03)You know, when I was in preaching school years ago, When I was preaching school years ago, they didn’t go through technology training. We didn’t get that. And I told Brian, you know, we have a thing that we’re doing together. They are letting us use their lessons from Florida School of Preaching for our work in Costa Rica. We have the responsibility to translate the lessons in Spanish and give them back to them. And I told him, said, one of the first things I’m going to do is take your technology classes, because I’m 60 years old and technologically illiterate. And that doesn’t really work when you’re the director of a preaching school, the director of a school to help mature the church, and any and everything else that I do. Hold on a second, I think I can do this part. So anyway, it’s good to be with you this afternoon to talk to you about If we understand that, evangelism is part of who we are. It’s not a switch we flip and say, okay, it’s time to go out and evangelize today. No, he told the disciples,
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Jan 19 2026

2026 Forum Panel – Monday

Youtube Video MP3 Podcast Episode FSOP26-F01 – Forum Panel – Monday Open Forum Summary In this engaging Q&A session, speakers discuss the importance of commitment to Christ and the church, emphasizing that baptism is not the end of the journey but the beginning of a lifelong walk in faith. They explore how to effectively teach new converts about the expectations of discipleship, stressing the need for ongoing education and support within the church community. The conversation highlights the challenges of ensuring that new members remain engaged and committed, addressing common pitfalls such as treating baptism as a mere ritual rather than a transformative step in a believer’s life. The speakers share practical strategies for fostering a culture of discipleship, including the importance of building relationships, providing mentorship, and creating opportunities for new members to learn and grow in their faith. They also discuss the significance of evangelism as a communal effort, encouraging church members to actively participate in outreach and support one another in their spiritual journeys. Overall, the session serves as a call to action for churches to prioritize discipleship and evangelism, ensuring that new believers are nurtured and integrated into the faith community. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Initial Questions01:48 The Commitment to Christ and His Church06:34 Challenges in Discipleship11:48 Understanding the Role of Baptism18:22 Key Strategies for Supporting New Converts23:46 The Importance of Community and Fellowship30:31 Practical Approaches to Nurturing Faith31:01 Building Relationships for Effective Evangelism35:41 Overcoming Introversion in Faith Conversations40:03 The Importance of Comfort Zones in Evangelism42:42
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James Colwell