The idea of discipleship is at
the very core of the commission Jesus gave to that first little group of
followers: "Go therefore and make
disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the
Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have
commanded you" (Matthew 28:19-20).
What is discipleship? A
disciple was someone who learnt from a teacher, but unlike our modern
understanding, the image is not so much a student taking notes and passing
exams, but an apprentice who watches and imitates the teacher so as to adopt
their behavior and practice. Disciples became like their teachers.
The apostle Paul described
this learning obedience like this: "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the
renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s
will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Romans 12:2).
Disciples do not simply
accumulate information in regard to
the teachings of Jesus Christ but
transformation (metanoia) toward Jesus Christ in every way - complete
devotion to God.
Don't miss our Discipleship Conference coming up soon! We will be hearing stories of discipleship focussed churches and learning core principles from experienced teachers. It will also be an awesome time to get to know each other and share about how we see God leading us. We’d really like you to join us.
Don't miss our Discipleship Conference coming up soon! We will be hearing stories of discipleship focussed churches and learning core principles from experienced teachers. It will also be an awesome time to get to know each other and share about how we see God leading us. We’d really like you to join us.
Friday 24 Feb 6:30pm - 9:00pm & Sat Feb 25 8:30am — 2:30pm.
- Cost: No charge, we really would like you to join us!
- We’ll be meeting at Diamond Valley Baptist Church
- RSVP to our church office by 22 Feb 2023 Office: 0409 667 008 or office@dvbc.net
- RSVP to our church office by 22 Feb 2023 Office: 0409 667 008 or office@dvbc.net
