In this episode of The Unpolished Church, Jon Sherwood (https://www.jonsherwood.com) calls us back to Jesus’ own invitation: deny yourself, take up your cross daily, and follow Him.

Not a consumer gospel real discipleship that transforms everyday life.

We confront the trap of consumer Christianity what some call “Happy Meal Jesus” that promises comfort without transformation. Instead, Jon calls us back to a cross-shaped life where surrender to Jesus reshapes our priorities, habits, relationships, and hopes.

Drawing a straight line from Jesus’ words to modern discipleship, we explore how self-denial isn’t self-hatred but love-ordered living: laying down ego, distractions, and sin so Christ can form His life in us.

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Chapters

[00:00 ] -Introduction to Spiritual Disciplines

[03:07 ] - The Call to Deny Oneself

[06:00 ] - The "Happy Meal Jesus" Concept

[08:53 ] - Transformation Through Spiritual Practices

[11:46 ] - The Importance of Prayer

[15:09 ] - The Prayer of Examen

[18:04 ] - Digital Fasting and Its Significance

[20:57 ] - Navigating Technology and Spirituality

[23:53 ] - Practical Steps for Spiritual Growth

[26:48 ] - Personal Reflections on the Fast

[29:44 ] - Community Prayer

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