Disciple-makers everywhere – but how do we empower regular people to do it?
Talking Points:
- A “full circle” disciple is someone who trusts Jesus, honors God, and makes disciples. This is the vision that Jesus has for every one of his followers. Matthew 28:19-20
- PursueGOD is a library of Bible-based conversation starters designed to help people pursue God one topic at a time.The strategy is to empower regular people with tools to talk about life, faith, family, and more.
- The process for making “full circle” disciples is defined by 3 E’s: Engage (by covering topics), Establish (by completing The Pursuit), and Empower (by helping them connect to someone who wants to be mentored).
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Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Who discipled you in the faith? How did they do it?
- How does your church define a “disciple”? How many people in your church would define it this way?
- Read Matthew 28:19-20. Identify the three marks of a disciple in this passage.
- What, if anything, is the process of “discipleship” in your church? How many people have followed that process?
- Why is it important to define a picture (what is a disciple) and a process (how to make disciples) as a church? What can happen to a church that is unclear on these points?
- Do you think the pursueGOD picture and process would work in your church? Why or why not?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
