Building Character in the Life of Your Disciple

Howard Hendricks

Developing character in others begins with letting God develops it in us, and for that we need to focus on scripture. Hendricks focuses on several key passages for developing character, emphasizing it's incredible importance in the the life of someone who desires to have an impact on the Kingdom of God. \r\n\r\n

Discipling Children

Jo Rhodes

1 Corinthians 11:1

Parents and adult influencers disciple children by God's grace. Influencing children for Christ has to be in the context of having a relationship with them. Four keys to discipling children include: teaching them Biblical content; modeling Christ to them; helping them develop character; giving them ways to apply Biblical truth to their life.

The Tools for Producing Leaders

Waylon Moore

1 Corinthians 11:1

The method is the message, meaning the way in which we choose to mentor and disciple will be passed down as those who we invest in model after us. We must take care to impart the message, teachings, and lifestyle of Christ to others so that they will follow him. Dr. Moore focuses especially on the importance of training others in learning and interpreting scripture, and practical solutions for doing so.

The Disciple-Making Church

Dennis McCallum

Colossians 1:28

The discipling church is a church where everyone participates in each other's spiritual maturity. Discipleship is accomplished through long term consistent personal relationships. Discipleship is a role for everyone and should be a priority for church leaders to foster. Discipleship is a way to duplicate oneself. Two areas of expectations for leaders to focus on in discipleship are: 1) relatively mature Christian character; and 2) ministry competence. Fostering discipleship includes six aspects: 1) teach; 2) model; 3) coach; 4) measure; 5) no early rescue; and 6) recognition.\r\n

Why the Church Exists

Gene Getz

Ephesians 1:3-3:14

Why does the church exist? The church exists so the world will believe God sent Jesus. Through the Great Commission and other New Testament texts it is clear that the purpose of the church is to make disciples and to teach them. Faith, hope, and love are ways to measure the maturity of a disciple/church. True effectiveness of a church (or a disciple) can be measured by the demonstration of these three qualities. Faith is to live like Jesus; hope is to be stable and unwavering in what is true; and love is a reflection of who Jesus is. Love is the greatest of these. We are God's workmanship, created to do good works and reflect Jesus' love in order to draw people to God. God uses the love and unity of believers as the greatest miracle to show Himself to the world.\r\n

Paul's Second Journey

Dennis McCallum

Acts 15:36-41

Paul's second missionary journey is a historical narrative that illustrates how to serve God. This journey highlights six ministry principles: 1) timing; 2) contextualization; 3) discipleship; 4) leading and empowering by the Holy Spirit; 5) spiritual warfare; and 6) having the right attitude. Ministry is the most exciting thing people can be part of and experience in this life.\r\n

Indigenous College Leadership: an Underground Student Movement

Ryan Lowery

Acts 15:36-41

In 2002, the Xenos College Ministry was an underground movement where the student members of the church did the leading and discipling. Today, many things look different but the philosophy hasn't changed. Giving college students the resources needed to win the lost, disciple, and raise up leaders in a small community context is still at it's core. Resources that are key to growth include discipleship, theological equipping, ministry houses, large meetings, and setting a vision.

Xenos Model for Leadership Development

Jim Leffel

John 17:19-24

Xenos Christian Fellowship's model for leadership development lands on the biblical picture that the real pastoral work is to be done by the members of the church. In order for the members of the church to lead and pastor there must be significant training. Three areas that are key to leadership development is personal discipleship, fostering an active community life, and theological training.

Creating Spiritually Transformed People

Lance Witt

Colossians 3:16-17

There are many things to think through and consider when deciding what to focus on in discipleship and helping people grow in transformation. Here are six things: 1) get clear about goals and outcomes; 2) move from facilitators and mangers to fathers and mothers; 3) commit to training and guiding those you lead; 4) value a slow and on the go movement; 5) facilitate growth in group living; and 6) invest in the spiritual lives of leaders.