Thoughts on Discipleship
Both of these come from George Barna's book Growing True Disciples. We are using them in a Sunday School teachers discussion tonight. Thought I'd share...
What are the Marks of a Disciple…
- Disciples experience a changed future though their acceptance of Jesus Christ as Savior and of the Christian faith as their defining philosophy of life.
- Disciples undergo a changed lifestyle that is manifested through Christ-oriented values, goals, perpectives, activities, and relationships
- Disciples mature into a changed worldview, attributable to a deeper comprehension of the true meaning and impact of Christianity. Truth becomes an entirely God-driven reality to a disciple. Pursuing the truths of God becomes the disciples lifelong quest.
Questions to ask yourself about your discipleship…
- Are you certainthat your eternal salvation has been determined by your confession of sins and your acceptance of Christ’s gift of forgiveness?
- Do you consistently obey Jesus’ teachings?
- Do you always love other people in practical ways, especially fellow followers of Christ?
- Have you put the attractions and distractions of this world in their proper place and focused of knowing, loving, and serving God?
- Do you carry the burdens of following Jesus with joy?
- Do you live in such a way as to show others what the Christian life looks like?
- Do you relate to other Christians consistently, in a spiritual setting and for spiritual purposes?
- Are you sharing your faith in Christ with those who have not embraced Him as their Savior?
- Are you helping other believers to grow spiritually?
- Do you consistently seek guidance from God in all you do?
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