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Our discipleship needs to be focused on replication. A Barna study shows 89% of all church leaders define discipleship as “being transformed to become more like Jesus.” Unfortunately, in the same survey, it was found that “making disciples, or ‘winning new believers to become followers of Jesus Christ’ is the least-commonly chosen goal of discipleship.” If we seek to follow Jesus with our lives, we should follow his method of discipleship in reaching the lost world.

Some Christian communities are highly effective at making replicating disciples; the vast majority are not. What are the traits that separate these effective groups from the rest? Nate Harrison, in national leadership with Navigators Church Ministries, will lend us his insights.

The Church has a significant role to play in shaping healthy mental habits. We have the words of the master Teacher, Jesus, and those who followed Him. We have the words of life to renew minds that are plagued with anxiety.

The tricky business of seeing not where a person is -- but the potential of who they could become in Christ -- is an art that can make or break a discipleship relationship. Ari Adkins has an excellent track record (personally and professionally) of instilling inspiring vision in others.

The reality of our mental health epidemic ought to impact how we understand and practice discipleship.

Dr. Tom Edwards has shown remarkable effectiveness in fostering community within his neighborhood.

Peoples' problems should be addressed in discipleship. But when do issues and struggles become too much? Counselor Megan K. weighs in.

Jonathan and Stephanie Raymond didn’t take their faith seriously until well into their adult lives. Yet, these everyday believers have...

Discipleship in faith-based settings can feel pretty straightforward. But what about discipleship in the secular workplace?

By Justin Gravitt (4 ½ minute read) Eventually every category comes down to two. Even though there are thousands of options, the choice...

We are always called to make disciples in the context of the larger Body of Christ. How can we do this effectively, together?

By Courtney Markley (3 ½ minute read) I am always captivated by the start of a new year, the closing chapter of its predecessor, and the...

Today, the word 'discipleship' is used to mean a variety of things. But what did Jesus mean when he talked about discipleship?

Seeing a specific need and sensing a strategic opportunity, Jason launched an inner-city ministry that is meeting real needs — and...

Garden City is a young church that decided to put transferable discipleship at the core of what they do. Their creative approach (and...

If you've ever felt like you weren't sure how to get started -- or how to get your disciples un-stuck -- this talk is for you.

As our society moves beyond Judeo-Christian principles and towards a more secular perspective, how must our discipleship approaches evolve?

Quality discipleship moves through various phases requiring many skills. As our disciples mature, grow, and develop their own ministries,...

Discipleship Benefits Everyone. But don’t take our word for it — hear what these experienced local disciplemakers have to say about how...

As Proverbs 27:17 reminds us, "as iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." We can all learn from the advice of these seasoned...