Disciple is a word we often use, but who and what is a disciple? At The Orchard we say, “Be Family, Live With Purpose, Make Disciples.” How does the gospel connect to being a disciple? What is the gospel? How would you explain the gospel to someone? Is there a difference between conversion and discipleship?

Being a disciple of Jesus Christ is an identity, not a verb. We have different roles in our lives, but our identity is found in Jesus, and we are his disciples, which changes how we see the world and live. Being gospel-centered means that Jesus and his work are central in every area of our lives. MAKE DISCIPLES must be GOSPEL-CENTERED.

Outline

• Being a disciple is more than just being around Jesus and his people—it is an

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• Being Gospel-Centered means the person and work of Jesus Christ are

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  in everything.

• Disciples need the gospel

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  —it is not a one-time confession.

• Gospel transformation is not

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• Disciple is an identity not a

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Application

• Are you a true disciple of Jesus Christ?

• Where is the gospel missing in your life right now?

• Where do you find your identity?

Questions

1. Where do you keep reminders of the gospel in your daily life?
2. How do you stand in the gospel daily (1 Corinthians 15:1-2)?
3. Why do you think people look to religion to save instead of Jesus?
4. Why do you think people leave the resurrection out of the gospel and focus primarily on Jesus’ death?
5. Share why the gospel is so precious to you.