Members TheSword Posted September 18, 2013 Members Share Posted September 18, 2013 I'm beginning to put together a disciplship program at our church. It'll likely be a 6-12 week 1-on-1 (2-on-2 for married couples) discipler-disciplee type format. Never having been been through a discipleship program, I thought I'd poll everyone here. What topics do you think are important to cover in discipleship and to what extent? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JerryNumbers Posted September 18, 2013 Members Share Posted September 18, 2013 Back in the 80's my pastor taught me one, one on one, it was entitled Journey Through the Bible. It was enjoyable & covered just basic stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Salyan Posted September 19, 2013 Moderators Share Posted September 19, 2013 Assurance of salvation based on the promises of God's Word Separation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members No Nicolaitans Posted September 19, 2013 Members Share Posted September 19, 2013 Jesus had a multitude that followed him, because they wanted something from him. In Luke 14, he taught them about "counting the cost" of truly being a disciple. In Acts we learn that out of that great multitude that followed him, only 120 "men" were true disciples... We have too many who want to "follow" Jesus Christ today, because they "want" their earthly desires met in his name; however, they haven't truly counted the cost of being a disciple. They want what they can get from him, rather than what they might have to give up for him. Discipleship: Count the Cost (Luke 14:25-35) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Pastor Scott Markle Posted September 19, 2013 Members Share Posted September 19, 2013 I'm beginning to put together a disciplship program at our church. It'll likely be a 6-12 week 1-on-1 (2-on-2 for married couples) discipler-disciplee type format. Never having been been through a discipleship program, I thought I'd poll everyone here. What topics do you think are important to cover in discipleship and to what extent? Brother Matt, Is this a "discipleship program" for new converts (spiritual babes) or for more established believers (spiritual young men)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TheSword Posted September 19, 2013 Author Members Share Posted September 19, 2013 Brother Matt, Is this a "discipleship program" for new converts (spiritual babes) or for more established believers (spiritual young men)? As I started to answer your question I realized I hadn't thought quite that far into yet. I had originally planned the implemenation of a New Believers'/New Members' class to lay the foundation for spiritual babies. The subsequent Discipleship Program I had in mind to pick up where that left off, so I guess it would assume spiritual adolescence. After taking some time to think about your question, I think an advanced discipleship for those who are spiritually middle-aged or mature would be a great thing as well. So I guess the answer to your question...Yes. Here's what I've got so far that might give an idea of what I have in mind...I'm by no means married to this and will take any inputs and constructive criticism at this point: Discipleship “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.” (Matthew 28:19-20) What We Believe and Why Target Audience – new believers and new members Purpose Provide new believer’s an overview of fundamental doctrine to establish a basis on which they can build their beliefs and set a path for spiritual growth and discipleship Provide new/transferring members an overview of doctrinal positions held by the church so they know exactly what their church believes up front Topics What we believe about the Bible What we believe about Salvation What we believe about Ordinances (Baptism and Communion) What we believe about Morality What we believe about Church What we believe about Christian Life Format – classroom/office instruction with Q&A as necessary Frequency – every other quarter as needed Duration – 6 weeks, 1 subject per week Time – Sunday morning @ 9 am during Sunday School/Bible Study hour Location – Classroom or Pastor’s Office Instructor(s) Option 1: Pastors only (Recommended) 1a: Always single pastor 1b: Rotating among pastors 1c: Subjects split between pastors Option 2: Pastors and select Bible study teachers (see sub-options above) Discipleship Training Target Audience – Members Purpose Provide instruction for spiritual development Set Christians on a path of consistent development Help Christians learn how to follow Christ and be DOERS of His Word Provide an opportunity for all Christians to become both Disciples and Disciple-makers Produce strong and mature Christians Topics What is Discipleship Being a Follower Being Obedient Being Sold Out The Bible Authority and Inerrancy Books and Organization Reading Plans and Habits Study and Devotions Prayer and Fasting How to Pray What to Pray For When to Pray Reasons for Fasting How to Fast Sin, Salvation, and the Gospel Christian Living Biblical Ethics and Principles Holiness and Purity Separation Loving and Forgiving Church Attendance Christian Giving (tithe, grace giving, faith promise) Trusting God Discerning His Will Walking by Faith Evangelism Knowing the Gospel Being Soul-Conscious Sharing the Gospel Serving God Using Your Talents Discerning and Using Your Spiritual Gifts Finding a Ministry Format – 1-on-1 (singles) or 2-on-2 (married couples) Frequency – Once per week Duration – 6-12 weeks; duration of session(s) determined by Disciple-maker and Disciplee Time – TBD by Disciple-maker and Disciplee Location – TBD by Disciple-maker and Disciplee Key Personnel Discipleship Director or Pastor – oversees program development and scheduling Disciple-makers – Anyone who has completed the program and desires to make Disciples Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Pastorj Posted September 20, 2013 Members Share Posted September 20, 2013 I have a discipleship program that I wrote. It is a doctrinal study. If you are interested in it, pm me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Musician4God1611 Posted October 2, 2013 Members Share Posted October 2, 2013 My Pastor has a discipleship book that he wrote. Here is a link to our website so you can look at the overview of it and get an idea. http://bbcdodgecity.com/ministries/books-by-pastor-shrock/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TheSword Posted October 4, 2013 Author Members Share Posted October 4, 2013 My Pastor has a discipleship book that he wrote. Here is a link to our website so you can look at the overview of it and get an idea. http://bbcdodgecity.com/ministries/books-by-pastor-shrock/ Thank you very much. I will check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Calvary Posted October 4, 2013 Members Share Posted October 4, 2013 I developed a course for home Bible study, it´s in Spanish, so probably of no real use to you, but what I did was notice that most discipleship courses ran 8 to 12 weeks. Almost all had Baptism towards the end, and most I ever found never dealt with real life issues for new converts. Please do not misunderstand me but a light bread doctrinal treatise of Trinity never seemed to me very practical for a brand new babe in Christ. Our classes run 20 weeks. They are used in over 10 countries, have even been translated into English by one fellow., who took them back to England. LOL Here is our list of classes in the order they are presented: 1. Salvation 2. Eternal Security (this class focuses more on confidence than once saved always saved) 3. Baptism 4. Holy Spirit 5. The BIble 6. Prayer 7. The Will of God 8. The Church 9. Other Christians 10. Giving 11. My Possessions 12. Dealing with Sin 13. Liberty in Christ 14. My Workplace and my Boss 15. The Lost World 16. The Judgement Seat of Christ 17. The Lords Supper 18. Evangelism 19. Discipleship 20. Missions God bless, calvary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Calvary Posted October 4, 2013 Members Share Posted October 4, 2013 Oh yeah, there is a Highways and Hedges ministries, I cant recall the web site, but it is a 20 class course that I leaned heavily upon several years ago. God bless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TheSword Posted October 5, 2013 Author Members Share Posted October 5, 2013 I developed a course for home Bible study, it´s in Spanish, so probably of no real use to you, but what I did was notice that most discipleship courses ran 8 to 12 weeks. Almost all had Baptism towards the end, and most I ever found never dealt with real life issues for new converts. Please do not misunderstand me but a light bread doctrinal treatise of Trinity never seemed to me very practical for a brand new babe in Christ. Our classes run 20 weeks. They are used in over 10 countries, have even been translated into English by one fellow., who took them back to England. LOL Here is our list of classes in the order they are presented: 1. Salvation 2. Eternal Security (this class focuses more on confidence than once saved always saved) 3. Baptism 4. Holy Spirit 5. The BIble 6. Prayer 7. The Will of God 8. The Church 9. Other Christians 10. Giving 11. My Possessions 12. Dealing with Sin 13. Liberty in Christ 14. My Workplace and my Boss 15. The Lost World 16. The Judgement Seat of Christ 17. The Lords Supper 18. Evangelism 19. Discipleship 20. Missions God bless, calvary Thank you very much for the input. I'll try to incorporate some of it in my next draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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