October 12, 2008
The Ultimate Purpose in Evangelism Is Not Church Growth
David Bycroft reflects on evangelism through the story of Smitty, emphasizing Jesus, grace, repentance, discipleship, and baptism as part of God’s work of changing lives.
Articles for tag: Discipleship
August 27, 2008
Meaningful Connections and Maturing Disciples?
Mark A. Taylor considers concerns from Brian Jones and Mike Mack about small group ministry, asking whether churches are creating meaningful connections and maturing disciples.
July 20, 2008
ONLINE EXTRA: Making Disciples-An Interview with Ethan Magness
Ethan Magness of Mountain Christian Church discusses how churches can resist pandering, pursue deepening faith, and use both large events and small groups to make disciples.
June 4, 2008
Four Standards for Small Groups
Mark A. Taylor identifies four standards for thriving small groups: begin with the Bible, adopt a strategy, train leaders, and expect community to grow organically.
September 24, 2006
Why the U.S. Will Never Win the World Cup (and Why This Matters to the Church)
Using the World Cup as a mirror, Rick Grover challenges the church to move beyond preferences and short-term thinking toward a lived, sacrificial faith that shapes disciples and reaches the unchurched.
April 16, 2006
Bargain Basement Salvation
Salvation is free to us because Jesus paid the price, but discipleship has no discounts. Ralph Shead challenges readers to stop shopping for bargains and to follow Jesus with full commitment.
