DISCIPLESHIP COURSES

The word “disciple” in the Scriptures has an added meaning – “a learner who endeavors to obey what he has learned.

THE GOALS OF DISCIPLESHIP

1. Loving God with our whole being (Matthew 22:37)
2. Loving our families and neighbors (Matthew 22:39)
3. Being filled with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18)
4. Being holy and pure (Ephesians 1:4)
5. Bearing spiritual fruit (John 15:16)
6. Hungering and thirsting after God (Matthew 5:6)
7. Being righteous (1 Corinthians 15:34)
8. Being obedient (James 1:25)
9. Being unified with the brethren (1 Corinthians 1:10)
10. Being prepared for spiritual battle (Ephesians 6:10-20)
11. Having the mind of Christ (Philippians 2:5-8)
12. Being wise and understanding (Ephesians 5:17)
13. Being set apart (1 Thessalonians 4:3)
14. Being thankful (1 Thessalonians 5:18)
15. Walking worthy (Colossians 1:9-12) Being steadfast (Philippians 1:27)
16. Being rooted and built up in Christ (Colossians 2:6)

WHAT A DISCIPLE DOES

1. A disciple puts Christ first place in every area of their life and is taking steps to separate from sin.
2. A disciple has a daily devotional time and is constantly developing their prayer life.
3. A disciple demonstrates faithfulness and has a desire to learn and apply the Word of God through regular Bible study, Scripture memory, reading and meditation of the Scriptures.
4. A disciple manifests a heart for witnessing, gives out the truth and presents the Gospel regularly with increasing skill.
5. A disciple attends a local church and maintains close ties with its fellowship, displaying love and unity.
6. A disciple demonstrates a servant’s heart by a sincere interest in helping others.
7. A disciple is a learner – open and teachable.
8. A disciple is giving regularly and honoring God with their finances.
9. A disciple demonstrates the fruits of the Spirit by an attractive walk and relationship to Christ and their neighbor.

A DISCIPLE’S BASIC 8

1. Love – 1 Corinthians 13
2. Obedience – John 14:23-24
3. Sacrifice – Matthew 16:24-25
4. Servitude – Mark 10:42-45
5. Bible Study – Read, Study, Memorize, Meditate, Apply
6. Prayer – Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication
7. Witnessing – Testimony, Witness, Evangelism
8. Fellowship – Hebrews 10:24-25