Robert Coleman's Evangelism Master Plan is a clear and biblical perspective on discipleship. Perhaps that is the reason why great evangelists like Billy Graham recommend it as a sure model. The author sees discipleship as a way of life and a continuous cycle of the church, not as a plan for a few months. Many churches today lack a solid discipleship plan, perhaps because they think it is an additional burden for leaders and the pastor, however, I believe that this book provides an easy guide for all congregations, regardless of their size or financial resources.
Coleman explains that Jesus did not want "converts"; he wanted followers. He wanted people to drop their nets and follow him. Jesus wanted to teach us how to live, not giving us a manual
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The eight principles for training disciples
The author attempts to distill that strategic movement into eight principles that come out of the study of Jesus' life and ministry. Throughout the book, Coleman carefully evaluates the interaction between Jesus and the disciples, since this relationship helps us to see the steps to follow as leaders and mentors.
Jesus chose the twelve and he deliberately concentrated his life on a few people. In this you see the principle of Selection. Coleman explains that God chose us even though we are imperfect for the task of sharing with others the message of salvation, perhaps he could commission the Angels, but I trust in that task. God chooses ordinary men and women like us to reach the world, through us God wants to show his glory and work miracles so that the world can see his love.
Jesus chose the twelve to teach them and make them mature men in the faith that they could continue with the work when he was not on earth. The selection of the twelve disciples was the key beginning of Jesus' ministry, in the same way this first step is key to the success of our
Jim and Jesus both were shepherds to others teaching and leading them to
While continuing to exemplify great leadership, he challenges them to expand their influence through those they lead by reproducing the culture of learning he had initiated with them. Finally, he compels the team to embrace the power of multiplication; releasing those they have mentored to train others also (2 Timothy 2:2). As Scott Wilson indicates, this model of leadership development is not new, but instead is how Jesus equipped his followers to discharge their responsibility to make disciples of
The profits had been preparing for years for the birth of the Messiah. Jesus grew up fulfilling his destiny. He wanted to teach the world about a better way of life. His ultimate goal was to sacrifice Himself for our sins. He traveled and preached to thousands.
Educators must create an environment that promotes spiritual growth, fosters a love for God, and develops a biblical worldview. This can be achieved through the integration of biblical principles into the curriculum, teaching students how to apply these principles to their lives, and encouraging them to pursue a personal relationship with God. Moreover, it is essential to cultivate a culture of evangelism and discipleship. Educators must provide students with the tools and resources they need to share their faith with others and to disciple others in the faith.
Stetzer argues that we need to be intentional about implementing discipleship
As Martin Luther mentioned: “To preach Christ means to feed the soul, make it righteous, set it free, and save it, provided it
Servant leadership is not the only leadership theory that is compatible with the Christian worldview. Others Christian-compatible leadership principles include Transformational Leadership Theory. Northouse (2016) states transformational changes and transforms people. The theory concern with emotions, values, ethics, standards, and goals while assessing followers’ motives, satisfying followers’ needs, and treating members’ as full human beings. Leader-Member Exchange Theory (LMX).
3:16-17). Baxter correctly highlighted the primary duty of minister in correcting those disobedience or rebellious flock – “To bring your people to submit to this course of private catechizing or instruction; for, if they will not come to you, or allow you to come to them, what good can they receive?” However, when we look at today’s congregation, especially old believers, their mindset had changed – though at the beginning of salvation, they humbly followed all the minister’s instructions diligently for their soul’s healing, but after sometimes, they hardened their heart to any kind of pastoral treatment as though they are superior than their shepherd. They will not come to us and will not allow us to come to
His desire was to encourage those were being tested in their faith and to stand for
Discipleship brings about a community of believers to worship together and come into the very presence of God. The Bible reads, “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them” (King James Version, Matt. 18.20). Betsie and Corrie knew that spreading the word of God would lift their spirits and bring faith in the concentration camp. Teaching the other women about His goodness got them through these hard times. Corrie says, “...
He is their teacher, they are His students. He is teaching them to relay His word. He then sends them to a quiet place to rest by
In Matthew 3-4, Matthew sets the “expectations” and intentions of the Kingdom of Heaven. The Kingdom of Heaven is the eternal kingdom and the theocratic kingdom; the theme of the theocratic kingdom can be traced from the Garden of Eden through the period of human government initiated by Noah, the period of the patriarchs initiated by Abraham, the kingdom under the judges, the kingdom under the kings, and finally the kingdom under the prophets. Matthew discusses the twelve disciples, their story, and the fact that work is an important factor of what God originally intended for the Kingdom of Heaven. The Kingdom of Heaven the eternal kingdom and the theocratic kingdom.
It is Jesus command to teach according to the book. Sills argues that the missionary agencies focus is primarily on reaching the unreached groups of people as quickly as possible. Addiction to this speed has resulted in mission agencies to withhold the human resources and financial resources to increase the rate of church growth and avoid all forms of dependency. The effects of this are pastors with little theological knowledge which make them ill-equipped in dealing with syncretism and offering force
-John does not portray Jesus as appealing to any specific group of people, but centered on Christ’s theological significance. Therefore, the purpose of John’s Gospel was written so that all may come to believe
These twelve disciples became willing learners of the master’s teaching and sought to follow His example by implementing His teachings and passing on what they learned to others (Hollman Bible Publishing). It is beneficial to keep in mind that this task was of utmost importance since there were not media outlets of any sort during this time except word of mouth. There was, and still is, a great cost involved as followers (disciples) of Christ. Some of the costs we find in the book of Mathew include: jobs (9:9), family (10:34-39), economic security (19:16-30), physical comforts (8:18-22 – 23:34-36), social acceptance (10:24-25) and ultimately oneself being totally offered to the Lord (16:24-28) (InterVarsity Press).