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Understanding Discipleship in Christianity

The document discusses the concept of discipleship as defined by Jesus, emphasizing that being a disciple is synonymous with being a Christian and being saved. It outlines key biblical passages that illustrate the characteristics and responsibilities of a true disciple, including self-denial, daily commitment, prayer, love for others, and the imperative to make more disciples. The conclusion prompts readers to reflect on their own status as disciples and what steps they need to take to fully embrace this role.

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Understanding Discipleship in Christianity

The document discusses the concept of discipleship as defined by Jesus, emphasizing that being a disciple is synonymous with being a Christian and being saved. It outlines key biblical passages that illustrate the characteristics and responsibilities of a true disciple, including self-denial, daily commitment, prayer, love for others, and the imperative to make more disciples. The conclusion prompts readers to reflect on their own status as disciples and what steps they need to take to fully embrace this role.

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DISCIPLESHIP

INTRODUCTION: Matthew 28:18-20

1. What does Jesus want everybody to become?


2. Which is the more popular term – “Disciple” or “Christian?” The word Christian only appears
three times in the New Testament. It is the name those in the world gave the disciples, seven
years after the church begun. (Acts 11:19-26) The word “Disciple” occurs over 270 times in the
New Testament.
3. SAVED = CHRISTIAN = DISCIPLE
4. Jesus came to make disciples. Only baptized disciples will be saved.

Let’s have Jesus define disciple, thus defining who is a true Christian.

1. Mark 1:14-18
a. Calling on the first disciple
b. Come follow me
c. Fishers of men – Jesus gave these first disciples the real purpose for living
d. Immediately
2. Luke 9:23-26
a. If any man…
b. Deny self. Notice Christ in the garden (Matthew 26:36-39 “not my will, but your will”). Do
not give in to the moods.
c. Carry the cross daily.
d. Gain the world… forfeit soul. Lose your life for Jesus …save it
3. Luke 14: 25-33
a. If any man…
b. Count the cost (v. 28-30)
c. Consider the alternatives (v. 31-32)
d. Love Christ more than any person (v. 26)
e. Persecutions (v. 27)
f. Everything. Not just anything (v. 33)
4. Luke 11:1-4
a. Must learn to pray – disciples saw the strength Jesus received from the Father
b. Daily personal relationship wit God (v. 3); daily prayer
5. John 13:34-35
a. Love one another
b. Be an active part of the fellowship
6. Matthew 28:18-20
a. Command – make disciples (given to all)
b. Who is a candidate for baptism? A person who makes a decision to be a disciple
c. You need someone to disciple for you to maturity in Christ
d. This is the only way to save the world!
Year Preacher Disciple
1 365 2
2 730 4
3 1,095 8
13 4,745 8,192
33 12,045 The world, 10 billon plus

Conclusion Question: Am I a disciple? Am I a Christian? Am I saved? What do I need to do to


become a disciple?

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