How do you “make” a disciple? What does that mean? How should it look? How should it feel? Is it just having coffee? Is it a class? How should we think about it discipleship? The answers to these questions are both simple and complex. Discipleship is cultivated over time through intentional and mutual relationship-building and instruction. Discipleship should occur from a position of love, trust, mutual respect, and open communication. We all need some direction and help when it comes to disciple-making.
Making disciples has rational, relational, and missional components. Disciple-making is not just information but transformation; it is not just coffee but sharing life and following Jesus together; it is not just doing things but understanding your identity. It takes time and patience and is not finished until we see Jesus. We have been commissioned, so let’s examine MAKING DISCIPLES—WHAT & HOW?
Outline
Discipleship is more concerned with
Head = Rational—not just information, but
Heart = Relational—not just coffee, but sharing life and
Hands = Missional—not just
When making disciples:
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- Harness everyday
- Ask good
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- Remember grace—Discipleship never
Application
Will you obey Jesus’ command to make disciples?
Is your struggle rational, relational, or missional?
Are you relying on Jesus’ authority and power?
Questions
- Do you struggle with making disciples? Why?
- How do you plan your disciple making efforts?
- What are some things you can do to move from simply turning disciple making into a class or just having coffee?
- Who will you begin to ask intentionally about a discipling relationship?