Developing a discipleship ministry

Developing a discipleship ministry

Jesus was the greatest disciple maker who has ever lived. How did He begin? Though Jesus had many who followed, He chose only twelve ordinary men with a mixture of backgrounds and personalities to be His disciples. Jesus’ entire ministry depended upon these men who...
The most powerful word in the Bible

The most powerful word in the Bible

If. Two letters, one word. Jesus said: If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. (Matthew 16:24) What is it to be a disciple of Christ? It is to come after him. A true disciple of Christ is one that follows him in duty...
A Fish Story

A Fish Story

Jesus said “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men” (Matthew 4:19). A Fish Story by John M. Drescher Now it came to pass that a group existed who called themselves fishermen. And lo, there were many fish in the waters all around. In fact the whole area was...
The Spiritual Journey: Getting Started

The Spiritual Journey: Getting Started

Whether you’ve just become a Christian, coming back to Christ after a period of doubt, trying to process the “big picture” or just need a refresher course, this could be the beginning of the most significant experience in your life. The life Christ gives right now is...
Disciples wanted. Degree not required.

Disciples wanted. Degree not required.

I don’t know how many times I have heard others say, “If he were saved, just think how many lives he would change.” Such reasoning misses the mark. If Jesus chose His disciples based on resume, He would have pressed the rich young ruler into service. But He did not....