Discipleship That Fits

Author : Bobby Harrington,Alex Absalom
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-02-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310522645

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Discipleship that Fits by Bobby Harrington,Alex Absalom Pdf

For far too long, the church has tried to make disciples using a one-size-fits-all approach. Some churches advocate 1-on-1 discipling, others try getting everyone into a small group, while still others training through mission trips or service projects. Yet others focus all their efforts on attracting people to a large group gathering to hear biblical teaching and preaching. But does one size really fit everyone? Based on careful biblical study and years of experience making disciples in the local church, Bobby Harrington and Alex Absalom have identified five key relationships where discipleship happens in our lives. In each relational context we need to understand how discipleship occurs and we need to set appropriate expectations for each context. Discipleship That Fits shows you the five key ways discipleship occurs. It looks at how Jesus made disciples and how disciples were formed in the early church. Each of the contexts is necessary at different times and in different ways as a person grows toward maturity in Christ: Public Relationships: The church gathering corporately for worship Social Relationships: Networks of smaller relationships where we engage in mission and live out our faith in community Personal Relationships: Small groups of six to sixteen people where we challenge and encourage one another on a regular basis Transparent Relationships: Close relationships of three to four where we share intimate details of our lives for accountability The Divine Relationship: Our relationship with Jesus Christ where we grow through the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit Filled with examples and stories, Alex and Bobby show you how to develop discipleship practices in each relational context by sharing how Jesus did it, how the early church practiced it, and how churches are discipling people today.

Author : Jim Putman,Bobby Harrington
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310492634

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DiscipleShift by Jim Putman,Bobby Harrington Pdf

Question: What is the God-given purpose of the local church? Answer: Relational discipleship. DiscipleShift walks you through five key "shifts" that churches must make to refocus on the fundamental biblical mission of discipleship. These intentional changes will attract the world and empower your church members to be salt and light in their communities. Over the last thirty years, many influential church leaders and church planters in America have adopted various models for reaching unchurched people. While many of these approaches have merit, something is still missing, something even more fundamental to the mission of the church: discipleship. Making disciples—helping people to trust and follow Jesus—is the church's God-given mandate. Devoted disciples attract people outside the church because of the change others see in their Christ-like lives. And discipleship empowers Christians to be more like Christ as they intentionally develop relationships with non-believers. Through biblical and professional insights, Jim Putman and Bobby Harrington discuss the transformational effectiveness of making disciples and just how to do so, in practical terms. You’ll learn: The specific roles of a disciple-making pastor. The components of person-to-person discipleship. How each ministry in your church leads to discipleship. How to implement discipleship in your church. Disciple-making leaders will not produce perfect churches, but they will create effective churches.

Author : Bobby Harrington,Josh Robert Patrick
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2017-02-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310525288

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The Disciple Maker's Handbook by Bobby Harrington,Josh Robert Patrick Pdf

Many people believe that discipleship is important, but they need help. In fact, the vast majority of Christians report that they have never been personally discipled by a more mature follower of Jesus. Is it any wonder that they have a difficult time knowing how to disciple others? If making disciples of Jesus is the greatest cause on earth, how should we equip people to do it? This handbook is a practical guide for how to embrace the discipleship lifestyle – being a disciple of Jesus and how to make other disciples of Jesus. With contributions from pastors and teachers like Francis Chan, Jeff Vanderstelt, Bill Hull, Jim Putman, KP Yohannan, and Robert Coleman, the authors present seven elements that are necessary for disciple making to occur: Jesus—the original disciple maker and centerpiece of discipleship. Holy Spirit—fuels the disciple-making process. Intentionality—making disciples utilizing a strategy and a roadmap. Relationships—creating a loving, genuine connection with others who trust and follow Jesus. Bible—using the Word of God as the manual for making disciples. Journey—forging a traceable growth story from a new birth to spiritual parenthood. Multiply—reproducing the discipleship process so that the disciple becomes a disciple maker. Whether you are a parent who wants to disciple your children, a small group leader who wants to disciple those in your group, or a church leader who wants to disciple future leaders, the seven key elements in this handbook form a framework for understanding discipleship that can be applied in countless situations. In addition, there are questions provided in each section to help you think through how to apply the material to your disciple making efforts.

Author : Rowan Williams
Publisher : SPCK
Page : 79 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780281076635

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Being Disciples by Rowan Williams Pdf

"If discipleship is a journey, this book belongs in the rucksack. . . Like the scriptures on which it is based, it deserves repeated reading." Stephen Cherry, Dean of Kings College, Cambridge This fresh and inspiring look at the meaning of discipleship covers the essentials of the christian life, including: faith, hope and love; forgiveness; holiness; social action; life in the Spirit. Written for the general reader by one of our greatest living theologians, this book will help you to see more clearly, love more dearly and follow more nearly the way of Jesus Christ.

Author : Jason Houser,Bobby Harrington,Chad Harrington
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310518327

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Dedicated by Jason Houser,Bobby Harrington,Chad Harrington Pdf

In the Great Commission, Jesus commanded his followers to go into the world and make disciples, teaching them to obey all that Jesus had said. But the very first “great commission” was really given much earlier—to parents. In Deuteronomy 6, God calls parents to the task of discipleship in raising their children. Discipleship is the greatest test for the Christian family today. In today’s busy world, many parents feel overwhelmed and aren’t sure what to do—or even where to begin. In Dedicated, Jason Houser is joined by Bobby Harrington and his son Chad, as they unpack the simple, practical, and essential practices of spiritually parenting and discipling children in the home. An inspirational training manual to equip parents, Dedicated will empower parents to pass along their faith to the next generation.

Author : Eric Geiger,Michael Kelley,Philip Nation
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433678547

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Transformational Discipleship by Eric Geiger,Michael Kelley,Philip Nation Pdf

A broadly experienced trio of rising church leaders share substantive research on churches and individuals that will help readers foster a culture wherein people intentionally grow in their Christian faith.

Author : Jim Petersen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1997-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0310213894

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Living Proof Discipleship by Jim Petersen Pdf

Author : The Navigators
Publisher : NavPress
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2023-05-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781641587273

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Growing in Discipleship by The Navigators Pdf

Over 7 Million Sold in the Series For fifty years, the bestselling Design for Discipleship Bible study series (DFD) has offered millions of new and experienced believers a chance to learn firsthand what it means to be a modern-day disciple of Jesus. Every study can be used individually, in one-on-one discipleship, or with small groups. In Growing in Discipleship, you’ll discover what a life of following Christ looks like through five Bible studies: What Is a Disciple? The Responsible Steward Helping Others Find Christ Establishing World Vision These field-tested studies offer interactive, discussion-prompting questions that inspire and nurture growth toward Christian maturity. There are seven studies in the series and a leader's guide. Go in order or choose the topic that best fits your need.

Author : Jim Putman
Publisher : Tyndale House
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014-02-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781617472688

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Real-Life Discipleship by Jim Putman Pdf

Is your church making disciples . . . who make disciples . . . who make disciples? Real-Life Discipleship explains what should happen in the life of every Christian and in every small group so that the church becomes an army of believers dedicated to seeing the world saved. With the overriding goal to train disciples who know how to make more disciples, this book offers proven tools and strategies from Real Life Ministries, one of America’s fastest-growing churches. In this book, you will learn: How to create churches that succeed and grow How to intentionally disciple believers in every stage of their spiritual development How to find and develop leaders in your church This book also contains these helpful features: A summary and profile of each stage of spiritual growth Recommended resources for disciple-makers Spiritual facts A presentation of the gospel Discover what the Bible says about true and effective discipleship with these strategies and practices in this great church resource.

Author : Rose Publishing
Publisher : Rose Publishing
Page : 14 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2021-08-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781596365858

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The Twelve Disciples by Rose Publishing Pdf

The Twelve Disciples - The Life and Ministry of Jesus' 12 Disciples Who were the 12 men who were the closest to Jesus? The Twelve Disciples takes you inside "the circle" to learn more about Jesus' devoted followers, their backgrounds, their strengths and weaknesses, their purpose, and their mission. The Twelve Disciples takes a look at the disciples' personalities, their encounters with Jesus, and the lessons we can learn from those who knew Jesus best while he was on earth. This bestselling resource is an excellent tool to help you learn about those who were the closest to Jesus and what it takes to be a disciple of Jesus today. 12 panels, fits inside most Bibles, 8.5 x 5.5 inches, unfolds to 33 inches long What do you know about the disciples who learned at Jesus' feet? The Twelve Disciples contains a close-up on the 12 ordinary men who Jesus trained to care for his church: Peter, James (son of Zebedee), Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James (son of Alphaeus), John, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot. What was the purpose and mission of the 12 disciples? Below are a few of the facts you will learn in this fascinating pamphlet: Each of the disciples were from the Galilee region except for Judas. The disciples were Jesus' main focus of instruction. Jesus was very aware of each one's strengths and weaknesses. Jesus trusted them to carry God's message of redemption to the ends of the earth. The Twelve Disciples reveals the personality and character of the disciples. For example, Peter was impulsive and courageous whereas John was bold yet vengeful. Each disciple had unique and personal encounters with Jesus that helps us learn more about how we can improve our relationship with Jesus today Peter was called to be a fisher of men (Matthew 4:19). James was with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:36-46). Andrew told Jesus about the boy with five loaves of bread and two fish (John 20:19-25). Thomas affirmed that Jesus was Lord and God (John 21:2-7). What do you know about the 39 followers of Jesus, outside of the disciples, who are mentioned by name in the New Testament? Yes, there are 39 other key people who were significant to Jesus and the church, including: Cleopas, Joanna, Judas (brother of Jesus), Mary Magdalene, Luke, Apollos, and dozens of others. The Twelve Disciples provides information about these important people and Scripture references so you can learn more about the friends of Jesus and those who were instrumental in starting His Church. Glossy and full-color, every fact in The Twelve Disciples includes a Scripture reference. Each of these 12 men will give you new insights into how you life can change by walking with Jesus. This pamphlet is an ideal resource for a Sunday school class or a small group Bible study. Both my husband and I found [The Twelve Disciples] surprisingly rich in information and historical facts concerning the characters, lives and deaths of Jesus' 12 disciples. My husband found it useful too for his sermons and we were surprised by some facts that we didn't know about the so-much-studied disciples. Myrtia (Customer review from CBD.com)

Author : Jerry Trousdale
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781418547288

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Miraculous Movements by Jerry Trousdale Pdf

This close look at what the Lord is doing to spread the gospel highlights the key scriptural principles that help Christians reach out in love to share the gospel in their own community.

Author : Bill Hull,Ben Sobels
Publisher : HIM Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Discipling (Christianity)
ISBN : 0998922609

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The Discipleship Gospel by Bill Hull,Ben Sobels Pdf

Author : J. Oswald Sanders
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802496270

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Spiritual Discipleship by J. Oswald Sanders Pdf

“Take time and trouble to keep yourself spiritually fit.” — 1 Tim. 4:7, J. B. Phillips Translation As J. Oswald Sanders points out, true discipleship is more than intellectual assent to a belief in Christ; it involves the whole person and lifestyle. True disciples pursue their Master. They know that God is watching over their faith, but they also take Scripture’s command seriously: “work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you.” They take pains, by His power, to look more and more like Jesus. This book will help you to be such a disciple. It examines Jesus’ teaching on what it means to follow Him, helping you become the kind of Christian Jesus wants you to be—not one devised by man or even other Christians. You’ll learn: The profile of an ideal disciple Conditions for discipleship The tests that disciples endure How disciples pray and grow The posture and practices of a disciple And more For anyone who wants to be not just a believer in Christ, but an imitator of Him, this book is a treasured resource. Includes questions for reflection, ideal for both individual and group study.

Author : Aubrey Malphurs
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1585588962

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Strategic Disciple Making by Aubrey Malphurs Pdf

For many people, church is there to meet their needs--with programs designed with them in mind. Strategic Disciple Making teaches these churchgoers to develop a servant's heart. Readers will discover that they control the destiny of their church. If they seek personal contentment, they must grow as disciples, and church expert Aubrey Malphurs explains the true meaning of the word. This refreshing resource offers a radical "how-to" for renewing faltering faith. It is perfect for burned-out ministers and downcast church leaders who want a more authentic discipleship experience.

Author : Gary Beisheim
Publisher : Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2024-01-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9798888328712

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DISCIPLESHIP by Gary Beisheim Pdf

This book is a must-read for every Christian desiring to deepen and strengthen their relationship with Jesus Christ. The author provides a renewed insight for the church and for individuals into being and making disciples by going back to the historic roots of the word, "disciple," i.e., what it meant in ancient times. He also demonstrates what Jesus really meant when He said, "Go, make disciples." Mr. Beisheim also shows how the word and concept have become distorted and watered down in all but a few churches in America. In today's world, it is just a concept or a course or a program, using terms like mentoring or coaching; you will find it is so much more. The author does this by redefining what the word "disciple" and "making disciples" really means. Then, the author explains Jesus's only two commands: love God and love one another. Finally, the author spends time on what to teach others--ways in which you and Christ can really dive deep and get to know each other. The result is a radically renewed way of thinking about being a disciple (not merely an occasional churchgoer) and making disciples and life itself and how this concept can shape a way of living that affects every relationship you have. This is not some concept that worked only in Jesus's day, but one which works today in our world as illustrated and attested to by the author. 2