Articles written by Paul Kroeker

1. Columns // Disciples of Jesus0

   

   Now is the time to activate

   By Paul Kroeker and ChristianWeek on Jul 18, 2014

   The term “sleeper cell” is used to describe a terrorist group from another country, living a secret life here in North America. They blend in, pretending to be the same as everyone else, and all the while awaiting orders. Until…Read More→

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   In the name of Jesus!

   By Paul Kroeker and ChristianWeek on May 5, 2014

   “And then I met Jesus.” I was listening to a man tell his life story. He had come from a dark place of brokenness and bondage to sin. When he used the name “Jesus,” his face broke into a smile…Read More→

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   Get out of the settle mode

   By Paul Kroeker and ChristianWeek on Feb 28, 2014

   For some people, discipleship is a thing of the past. Shortly after high school they took part in an amazing “discipleship program.” It was inspirational and significant, but when they returned home they found it hard to transfer their international…Read More→

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   Following in the way of Jesus

   By Paul Kroeker and ChristianWeek on Jan 2, 2014

   “Have you ever been discipled?” I asked. “I don’t think so,” was his reply. “I grew up in the church, but I don’t remember being discipled in any intentional way.” My friend’s experience is far too common. Many people who…Read More→

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   God hates us all?

   By Paul Kroeker on Nov 15, 2013

   The woman ahead of me was having trouble going through U.S. security. Piercings and tattoos highlighted her exposed skin. As she removed an outer jacket, I noticed her T-shirt read “God hates us all.” I wanted to talk to her….Read More→

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   Following the heartbeat of Jesus

   By Paul Kroeker on Sep 6, 2013

   His face broke into a big smile as he leaned across the table and said, “God finds you fascinating.” We were sitting across from each other at a small table in Starbucks. It’s a public place and this conversation almost…Read More→

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   Following Jesus—What would you call it?

   By Paul Kroeker on Apr 19, 2013

   While having lunch with a friend, he offered the following perspective. “You use the words ‘disciple’ and ‘discipleship’ a lot—don’t you think that word is out of date? You need to use a new term…something that will communicate…something people will…Read More→