Discipleship

Article: 5Grows

Photo courtesy of Photo courtesy of Stock.XCHNG.com/Leonardini 1. Grow in Intimacy. This is the most important for us as believers. Our connection with the Lord must be strong and sound...where He is our first source and not people. Learn how to have an intimate relationship with Him. Meditate on the Psalms to witness lives that were dependent upon the Lord (in the good and tough times). 2. Grow in the Word. Allow the Word of God to become your source for all aspects of your life...it is the most important 'book' you will ever read. Understand the entire message of the Bible and how each inspired writing...

Article: Enter Through the Narrow Door

Photo courtesy of Photo courtesy of Stock.XCHNG.com/sumeja Luke 13:22-30 (KJV) - And he went through the cities and villages, teaching, and journeying toward Jerusalem. Then said one unto him, Lord, are there few that be saved? And he said unto them, Strive to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able. When once the master of the house is risen up, and hath shut to the door, and ye begin to stand without, and to knock at the door, saying, Lord, Lord, open unto us; and he shall answer and say unto you, I know you not whence ye...

Article: Pointers for the Journey of Truth

Photo courtesy of Photo courtesy of Stock.XCHNG.com/webscribe 2 Timothy 3:1-7 (KJV) - This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good, Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. For of this sort are they which creep...

Article: Remaining Teachable

Photo courtesy of CreationSwap/davidsunnock Many coaches look for players that are 'teachable.' Teachable players are desired because they accept and follow directions quickly. Titus 2:11-14 (KJV) - For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify...

Article: Superhero Series

Photo courtesy of Stock.xchng/ebdot HIDDEN IDENTITY As children, most of us watched superhero cartoons. We would witness people with superhuman strength and abilities entrusted to stop evil and create a safer environment for city. Many of the superheroes had a separate identity among the public. (I never understood why the animators would do this because it would be a lot easier to for the superhero to remain ‘super’ all day, but I guess superheroes have to make a living too.) They could easier conceal their identity and no one could figure out who they were. As Chr...

Article: Teach Us to Pray

Photo courtesy of CreationSwap/ToddWhite Matthew 6:5-13 (KJV) - And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye...

Article: The Definition of a Disciple

Photo courtesy of CreationSwap/quinnmiller *The following information was originally submitted in response to a seminary course. A disciple is a person that is conformed into the image of Jesus through careful study and obedience to His life example, commands, and guidance through the Spirit. Jesus outlines what one must do to be a disciple, how a disciple is identified, and how they are to live. Below is a listing of scriptural references that further outline the preceding sentence. Disciples: 1. Are not forced to follow Jesus (John...

Article: The Elder's Responsibility

Photo courtesy of Photo courtesy of Stock.XCHNG.com/Nota 1 Peter 5:1-3 (KJV) - The elders which are among you I exhort, who am also an elder, and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, and also a partaker of the glory that shall be revealed: Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; Neither as being lords over God's heritage, but being examples to the flock. Elders have a very important responsibility within the body of Christ. They are often the direct conduit for administering God's...

Article: The Gospel of Availability

Photo courtesy of Photo courtesy of Stock.XCHNG.com/G-MO As we follow the example of our Lord and Savior, we can glean some insights of discipleship through His interaction with people. There is so much we can learn from our Lord, but I would like to point out few 'points' within the context of our discussion. Jesus allowed people to approach Him with the questions and concerns on their heart. Let's look at a few examples: (1) Nicodemus - John 3:1-11

Article: The Great Omission

Photo courtesy of Stock.XCHNG.com/flaivoloka Matthew 28:18-20 (KJV) - And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. The corporate church worldwide would agree that the commission Jesus gave the 11 disciples has been transferred throughout the ages. Sadly, not many believers and...