If a disciple is a learning, loyal follower of Jesus Christ, then discipleship is the process of training people to listen to Jesus and obey all that He has commanded.
A recent flyer for the National Discipleship Conference is disturbing from the inaccuracy of language. We need to be careful of the language and definitions we use. On the flyer in question it is stated that "Music and worship provided by ...". Wo
Here are six tips he offers to get things started.
1. Set the atmosphere. Choose a comfortable, normal meeting place, like a home or an office. Songs, prayers, and religious language don’t fit here. If you decide to meet in a home, rotate between h
First, choose a small group study to recommend to groups that want to continue. In my experience, two important details determine how many of your new groups continue. Providing a coach or mentor to
Discipleship is a matter of growth in spiritual maturity, so that our lives more accurately reflect the values of Jesus. Our goal is to be conformed to his image.
Halloween seems to be the one holiday we just don’t know what to do with.
We are happy to celebrate cultural or historical holidays like the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, or New Year’s Day. We love religious holidays like Easter and Christmas. But Ha
So how does one overcome embedded sin? Each person must answer the question for themselves. But, is there help. And What does help mean? I ask the question who will start the answer?
One of the most revealing passages on discipleship in the early church is Acts 2:42. A lot of the things that the church does today are not listed here. Would we be better off to let them die a natural death instead of trying to keep them alive by ar
I am really struggling with how to best disciple our daughters (8 and 12). There is so much out there as far as resources and materials. However, I am struggling with the bigger picture of what should they be able to do and when that is appropriate
Have you read the blog post on EGRs at smallgroups.com? You can find it at http://ning.it/whxOj4, along with responses by Michael Mack and myself. I'd love to hear your responses. (And BTW, I offer a free resource in my comment...)