Devonport Church of Christ

Disciples of Jesus are called to do the things that Jesus did. We can make room for the work of God in our lives, live with our eyes up, offer hospitality to others and bear witness to the words and ways of Jesus

To become like Jesus is a long term process in community with others, learning to become a person of love in Christ. 

How do we cultivate a deep relationship with God? Using key scriptures and church history examples, Ps. Steve shows that through abiding, we have access to the peace and joy that Jesus promised as we adopt the spiritual disciplines that Jesus exemplified.

Have you ever wanted to experience the abundant life of Jesus? Ps. Steve outlines the what, how, and why behind Practicing the Way, diving into the cultural context behind Jesus's identity as a first-century rabbi, and what that means for us as His followers as we practice being with Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and doing what Jesus did.

Every disciple of Jesus needs exposure to truth, a living breathing example to follow and be rapidly mobilized. 

You can be a disciple maker if you live eyes up, radar up to see where God is at work in persons of peace along your already established relational pathways. What will you do next after listening to this podcast? 

Our priorities will always shape our choices and decisions. Make sure God's agenda is part of your priorities in life. 

Jesus had different relationships with different levels of access. Jesus loved everybody but invested differently. Do you need to reset your inner circle of relationships and friendships in 2026? 

Sabbath was built into the rhythm of creation and going against this rhythm has consequences. Pastor Steve lays out a biblical theology of sabbath, showing that sabbath is instituted by God, blessed, holy, made for worship, a command and a gift, and a day to rest and remember.

Paul says renewing your mind is ongoing work, and a choice between this or that.

Ezekiel tells us that God can give us a new heart, but what does that mean for us at the start of a new year?

Where was God at work in 2025? Take the Great Annual Examen as you approach 2026. 

Most people are ready to get back to normal the day after Christmas but what will you do the day after Christmas concerning Jesus? 

Both Kevin McCallister and the Prodigal Son desired independence from home, yet discovered that freedom taken too far can lead to bigger problems. Christmas is the story of reconciliation when God moved into our neighbourhood and bridged the gap. 

Christmas is about grace, not performance. When you know that you are loved, the chase for stuff becomes a side quest. What are you chasing this Christmas? 

Songs of songs is a beautiful picture of courtship and marriage between King Solomon and his beloved. Yet also a warning of the dire consequences of infidelity when the marriage covenant is broken. 

What are the 'little foxes' and how can we protect our marriage from them?

In chapter 2 of the Song of Solomon we find an emphasis on mutual belonging, and how the maiden longed for her beloved in a dream. We will explore the rich imagery of love, longing, and divine beauty woven through its poetic verses, gaining deeper insight into God's heart for both marital intimacy and His deep affection for his beloved people.