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Disciple Dojo

Disciple Dojo

By: JM Smith
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What’s up with the name “Disciple Dojo”?? Great question! One of my lifelong passions has been studying the martial arts. And the place where you study and train in martial arts is a Dojo. Christian Discipleship is similar to martial arts training (if you don’t believe me, just ask Paul–he says so himself in his letter to Christians in ancient Corinth [1Cor. 9:26-27]!). We have a Sensei (teacher): Jesus. We have a katana (sword): Scripture. Thus Disciple Dojo is intended as a virtual Dojo–where students of the Master can be sharpened, challenged, equipped and encouraged as they continue to become more and more like the One they serve…minus the scrapes and bruises!All rights reserved Spirituality
Episodes
  • Bas Rutten's Path of Discipleship: The King of Pancrase Meets the King of Kings!

    Bas Rutten's Path of Discipleship: The King of Pancrase Meets the King of Kings!
    May 3 2026
    In this episode JM talks to martial arts legend Bas Rutten about his journey back to faith in Jesus, the Catholic Church, discipleship & suffering, and some of his stories from over the years as an MMA champion! For those who don't know Bas, his accomplishments include: * King of Pancrase (Japanese martial arts championship) * UFC Heavyweight Champion * Member of the UFC Hall-of-Fame * Retired with 22-fight win streak * Has appeared in over 40 TV, Movies, & Video Game roles * Devoted Husband, Father, and Christian * Developer of the O2 Trainer - https://o2trainer.com/ For more on Bas's journey back to faith in Jesus see: * The Fight That Changed Bas Rutten’s Life - https://youtu.be/S07U2Ntl6s4?si=xthyf1aYuj37MNID * Why I Changed My Mind About God - https://youtu.be/tqPfm5SxuSY?si=CRYnNj7HJePxq3IL * Why Did Bas Choose the Catholic Faith - https://youtu.be/AIoLBNdtS4Y?si=k1JfMv7IjzKRAs97 Disciple Dojo in-depth review of the Ignatius Catholic Study Bible: https://youtu.be/oEcnpmXcFzc?si=yjQ_nu58cDmmoKlD For more organizations helping kids with bullying see: * RefugeeJitsu - https://www.discipledojo.org/refugee * The Cave of Adullam - https://theyunion.org/catta/catta-sharath-jason-wilson/ * Buddies over Bullies - https://www.buddiesoverbullies.org/ ***Disciple Dojo shirts and other gifts are available over in our online store! - https://www.zazzle.com/discipledojo ***Become a monthly Dojo Donor and help keep us going! - https://www.discipledojo.org/donate ***Dojo Donor Patches: If you are a monthly donor and would like an iron-on DiscipleDojo patch, supplies are limited so message JM directly via the contact page at https://www.discipledojo.org/contact ***If you are an unmarried Christian looking for community, check out our Facebook group “The Grownup’s Table” over at www.facebook.com/groups/grownupstable ------ Go deeper at www.discipledojo.org
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    1 hr and 51 mins
  • Understanding Mental Illness: A Therapist's Advice (w/ Olatunde Howard)

    Understanding Mental Illness: A Therapist's Advice (w/ Olatunde Howard)
    Apr 14 2026
    In this episode Olatunde Howard returns to the Dojo to answer a viewer's question about Pastoral Counseling and what to do when you suspect you're dealing with an actual case of mental illness! Olatunde is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Cary, NC. He can be reached at: https://one-eightycounseling.com/olatunde-howard/ Recommended resources: Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond - https://www.amazon.com/Cognitive-Behavior-Therapy-Third-Basics/dp/1462544193/ PDF worksheets: * Criteria for Discerning Mental Illnesses - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/xbz3zlokh3rekae5jaqtx/CRITERIA-FOR-DISCERNING-POSSIBLE-MENTAL-DISORDERS.pdf?rlkey=zjvk3fon1cs7nllukss0t1dhy&dl=0 * The ABCs of CBT - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/eipzf7l53jfxhvbhzn5g9/THE-ABC-S-OF-CBT.pdf?rlkey=65muk6fdv11mx42d7oecq3pip&dl=0 * The 3 C’s of CBT - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/hgzrf71ltyg2mn7lemubx/THE-3-C-S-OF-CBT.pdf?rlkey=q877tq0b81g3ml0446popwx8m&dl=0 * Identifying ANTs - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/lipw497v0jn425q7aykfw/AUTOMATIC-NEGATIVE-THOUGHTS-ANTs.pdf?rlkey=kn25jcy9ovcfrqs5o8g8j3vyo&dl=0 * Adjusting Negative Core Beliefs - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/n6kxxv0s8epwy9cy4nyrl/Adjusting-Negative-Core-beliefs.pdf?rlkey=s7i0jkyx8rk4ti0l8b2420byn&dl=0 Other videos mentioned: Why can't worship songs be angry? (w/ Dr. J.Richard Middleton) - https://youtu.be/aDCujnA1mNI The Book of Job (w/ Dr. Ellie Paley) - https://youtu.be/ilB9n2fy6ZY Perelandra and "Righteous Hatred" - https://youtu.be/FxTOFpU1FxM ***Disciple Dojo shirts and other gifts are available over in our online store! - https://www.zazzle.com/discipledojo ***Become a monthly Dojo Donor and help keep us going! - https://www.discipledojo.org/donate ***Dojo Donor Patches: If you are a monthly donor and would like an iron-on DiscipleDojo patch, supplies are limited so message JM directly via the contact page at https://www.discipledojo.org/contact ***If you are an unmarried Christian looking for community, check out our Facebook group “The Grownup’s Table” over at www.facebook.com/groups/grownupstable ------ Go deeper at www.discipledojo.org
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    59 mins
  • Stewards of Eden: Why God cares about environmentalism (w/ Dr. Sandra L. Richter)

    Stewards of Eden: Why God cares about environmentalism (w/ Dr. Sandra L. Richter)
    Mar 28 2026
    In this episode Dr. Sandra L. Richter and JM talk about why Christians often struggle so much with the concept of environmentalism, and what Scripture calls God's people to as stewards of HIS creation! Stewards of Eden is available at - https://www.amazon.com/Stewards-Eden-Scripture-Environment-Matters/dp/0830849262/ For more from Dr. Richter, including her substack and the studies mentioned in this episode, check out her website: sandyrichter.org The upcoming 2nd edition of Epic of Eden is available for preorder at: https://a.co/d/0a1PZLCp Abigail and the Waterfall: Loving God's Good Earth (Dr. Richter's children's book) is available at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1514008920 Other resources mentioned: * SuperheroSeminary: Black Panther on whether animals have souls - https://youtu.be/Jfjq9EnagPI * Animals & End Times: A Biblical Theology of Creation Care - https://youtu.be/rf5QhyxWzTM ***Disciple Dojo shirts and other gifts are available over in our online store! - https://www.zazzle.com/discipledojo ***Become a monthly Dojo Donor and help keep us going! - https://www.discipledojo.org/donate ***Dojo Donor Patches: If you are a monthly donor and would like an iron-on DiscipleDojo patch, supplies are limited so message JM directly via the contact page at https://www.discipledojo.org/contact ***If you are an unmarried Christian looking for community, check out our Facebook group “The Grownup’s Table” over at www.facebook.com/groups/grownupstable ------ Go deeper at www.discipledojo.org
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    1 hr and 14 mins
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