Importance of Discipleship in Christian Growth and Maturity
Explore the significance of discipleship in fostering Christian growth and maturity, drawing insights from the appointment of the twelve apostles by Jesus Christ and its implications. Discover how discipleship provides accountability, deals with backsliding, encourages church growth, and establishes the Kingdom of God on earth. Dive into the dynamics of discipleship as a foundational aspect of Christian faith and community.
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Discipleship The conclusion. And he appointed twelve (whom he also named apostles) so that they might be with him and he might send them out to preach . Mark 3:14 Mark 3:14
Saved to save 13. 13. And he went up on the mountain and called to him those whom he desired, and they came to him. 14. 14. And he appointed twelve (whom he also named apostles) so that they might be with him and he might send them out to preach 15. 15. and have authority to cast out demons. 16. appointed the twelve: Simon (to whom he gave the name Peter); 17. James the son of Zebedee and John the brother of James (to whom he gave the name Boanerges, that is, Sons of Thunder); 18. Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus, and Simon the Zealot, 19. Iscariot, who betrayed him 16. He 17. 18. Andrew, and 19. and Judas
Saved to save Simon Peter Simon Peter Served in Antioch & martyred in Rome. James the son of Zebedee James the son of Zebedee Served in Jerusalem & martyred there by Herold. John the brother of James John the brother of James Wrote letters from Patmos & died naturally. Andrew Andrew Served Greek communities & martyred in Patras. Philip Philip Served Greek communities & was martyred. Bartholomew Bartholomew encouraged early churches & was martyred. Matthew Matthew Served in the Mediterranean & was martyred in Ethiopia. Thomas Thomas Served in India & was martyred there. James the son of James the son of Alphaeus Alphaeus Served in Jerusalem & was martyred by stoning. Thaddaeus Thaddaeus Served and was martyred in Armenia. Simon the Zealot Simon the Zealot Served early churches & martyred in Beirut. Judas Iscariot Judas Iscariot He hung himself after betraying Jesus.
Importance of Discipleship Growth and maturity of the Christian Growth and maturity of the Christian But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ 2Peter 3:18 Provides accountability & community Provides accountability & community Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another Proverbs 27:17 Proverbs 27:17 Deals with the issue of backsliding Deals with the issue of backsliding Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation Matthew 26:41 Matthew 26:41 Encourages the growth of the Church Encourages the growth of the Church So the church throughout all Judea and Galilee and Samaria had peace and was being built up. And walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, it multiplied Acts 9:31 Acts 9:31 Establishes the Kingdom of God on earth Establishes the Kingdom of God on earth Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven Matthew 6:10 2Peter 3:18 Matthew 6:10
Discussion questions Define discipleship and share what you have learnt from the series on discipleship? Take turns to share how we can become effective disciples of Jesus Christ? What are the hindrances to effective discipleship in the church and how can we encourage discipleship in the church? Spend time praying for the Church in China.
