What Online Discipleship Can — and Can’t — Do

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What Online Discipleship Can — and Can’t — Do

The conversation explores the impact of online discipleship, the limits of the online space, the balance between online and in-person community, the role of online courses in home management, and the wise use of online tools. It highlights the benefits, challenges, and cultural shifts associated with online connectivity and learning.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to the benefits and pitfalls of online discipleship

02:00 - 2020’s impact on online church participation

03:15 - The gift of connectivity in God's providence

04:25 - The limitations of online community for true relational depth

05:58 - The importance of in-person, flesh-and-blood relationships

07:10 - The danger of keyboard warriors and virtual disagreements

09:45 - The need for physical presence for real sanctification

11:00 - The analogy of nourishment: online info vs a home-cooked meal

12:15 - Local church involvement versus online community

13:30 - The pitfalls of using online courses as a quick fix

14:45 - The necessity of spiritual ongoing sanctification alongside practical tools

16:00 - How biblical wisdom guides appropriate use of online resources

19:10 - The role of courses in supporting local discipleship

22:35 - Recognizing the cultural shift back toward valuing family and home skills

25:00 - The overarching principle: technology as a tool, not a substitute

32:00 - Closing thoughts and wisdom for balanced digital engagement

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