We now face a generation that has more access to spiritual information than ever before yet still longs for a real encounter ...
Stained glass windows in the cathedral depicting Jesus, his disciples, and an angel at Gethsemane as the Roman soldiers arrive to arrest him. (Photo by K. Mitch Hodge on Unsplash.) The Gospel for the ...
“‘What do we do now?’ This might be the first question of discipleship. It is the question asked by the disciples at the foot of the cross: The Messiah is dead. What do we do now?” So begins James K.A ...
Church groups are most effective when they move beyond attendance and create a steady rhythm of Scripture, prayer, accountability, and care. Growth in Christian faith often deepens when people are ...
Priscilla Shirer is a best-selling author, motivational speaker, actress, Christian media personality, and evangelist. But most importantly, she is a wife and mother praying for Godly influences in ...
In those days all kinds of people had disciples, and two of the Greek words that were in common use at that time were didaskalos, which means teacher, and mathetes, which means pupil or disciple. Now ...
Discipleship is not about information, but intimacy. Discipleship is about Jesus and walking with him, learning to imitate his life. If we are to establish powerful models of discipleship, then our ...
Church leaders in the U.S. and U.K. are noting a rise in young men, particularly from Generation Z, returning to church, reversing earlier declines. While encouraged, leaders warn many lack scriptural ...
The Christian Post has published a commentary warning that prevailing discipleship practices, focused on activities and curricula, are failing to engage the next generation. The piece argues that ...