Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................................................1
Progress of Group..........................................................................................................................2
Changes in Group..........................................................................................................................3
Growing in Christ..........................................................................................................................3
Conclusion......................................................................................................................................4
Bibliography...................................................................................................................................5
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Introduction
Making disciples is essential to the Christian faith and its believers' spiritual
development. We are commanded to go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature
(Matthew 28:19-20). Knowing what it means to be a disciple and how to make disciples is
crucial for carrying out this command. From Dave Earley, I learned how crucial obedience is to a
disciple's growth. According to Earley, a true disciple of Jesus follows all of His teachings, not
just a selection of them.1 Intentional, relational, and reproducible discipleship are also things he
stresses.2 Bonhoeffer argues that true discipleship requires more than intellectual assent to a body
of dogma before it can be considered genuine.3
Also, Francis Chan stresses the significance of discipleship as an ongoing cycle of
development and multiplication. Discipleship, he argues, should be more than just a class or a
program; it should be a way of life.4 The truth of the Bible and a growing relationship with Jesus
Christ are central to Chan's definition of discipleship.5 Discipleship is helping other Christians
mature in their faith through the mutual investment of time, energy, and resources. In this report,
we will discuss the progress of our discipleship group and how it aligns with the original vision,
purpose, and goals. We will also address any changes and how we see our group members
growing in Christ.
1 Dave Earley, "Obeying Everything Jesus Commanded," in Disciple Making Is . . .: How to Live the Great
Commission with Passion and Confidence (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2013), 47.
2 Ibid.
3 Dietrich Bonhoeffer. The Cost of Discipleship (New York: Touchstone, 1995). Accessed April 28, 2023.
ProQuest Ebook Central.
4 Francis Chan, Multiply: Disciples Making Disciples (David C Cook, 2012), 27.
5 Ibid.
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Progress of Group
Our discipleship group has been meeting weekly at church, and in our first meeting, we
established some ground rules. We agreed to respect everyone's opinions and listen when
someone is speaking. We also agreed to refrain from making fun of or disrespecting someone's
opinion with which we disagree. The most important rule we established was that anything
shared in the group should remain confidential. as outlined in Dave Earley's book, "Obeying
Everything Jesus Commanded."6 We discussed how becoming a disciple requires obeying Jesus'
teachings and following His example.
In terms of progress, we have been making great strides toward our original vision,
purpose, and goals. We started by studying inner healing, which helped us realize the importance
of forgiveness. We understand that healing requires forgiveness, and we need God's forgiveness
to forgive others. This realization helped us to grow closer to God and each other. We have been
watching an episode for our study every day during the week. During our weekly meetings, we
discuss what we have watched and how it relates to our daily lives. However, only some group
members participated actively in the discussions. I started asking questions and directing the
discussion toward those talking little to encourage more participation. This approach has helped
us to have more productive meetings, and everyone feels included.
Throughout our study of inner healing, we discovered the importance of forgiveness and
how it is necessary for healing. As Colossians 3:13 says, "Bear with each other and forgive one
another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you."
(Colossians 3:13 NIV). This realization helped us understand forgiveness's role in our spiritual
journey and how it allows us to let go of the past.
6 Dave Earley, "Obeying Everything Jesus Commanded," in Disciple Making Is . . .: How to Live the Great
Commission with Passion and Confidence (Nashville, TN: B&H Academic, 2013), 47.
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Changes in Group
Although we started by studying inner healing, we realized it was important to study
discipleship from the beginning. This decision helped us establish a stronger commitment to our
group and goals. After completing our study on inner healing, we studied discipleship. So, We
continued to grow in our understanding of discipleship, drawing inspiration from Dietrich
Bonhoeffer's book, "The Cost of Discipleship." We discussed how being a disciple of Jesus is not
easy and requires sacrifice and commitment; as Jesus Himself stated in Luke 9:23, "Whoever
wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me."
(Luke 9:23 INV).
As we progressed, we explored ways of making disciples, drawing from Francis Chan's
book, "Multiply Disciples Making Disciples." We focused on sharing our faith with others and
living as examples of Christ's love. Matthew 28:19-20 says, "Therefore go and make disciples of
all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and
teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you." (Matthew 28:19-20 NIV). And plan
to study the relationship with God next.
Growing in Christ
I have seen significant growth in each group member's walk with Christ. By studying
inner healing, we learned about the importance of forgiveness and how it is essential to our
spiritual growth. We have come to understand who God is and how much He loves us, which has
helped us to be more forgiving and compassionate toward one another. As a result, we have
become more supportive of each other, praying for one another and feeling each other's pain
when we share our struggles.
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Through our discussions and sharing of personal experiences, our group has become
more cohesive, supportive, and understanding. We have learned to pray for each other and share
each other's burdens as Galatians 6:2 advises, "Carry each other's burdens, and in this way, you
will fulfill the law of Christ." (Galatians 6:2 NIV). We are confident that our group stays true to
its original vision, purpose, and goals. We look forward to continuing to grow in our faith
together.
Conclusion
In conclusion, our group has made significant progress toward our original vision,
purpose, and goals. We have grown closer to God and each other through our study of inner
healing and discipleship. We have established ground rules to ensure a healthy and respectful
environment and adapted our study plans to align with our goals better. I am proud of our group's
progress and look forward to continuing our growth in Christ together.
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Bibliography
Earley, Dave. "Obeying Everything Jesus Commanded," in Disciple Making Is . . .: How to Live
the Great Commission with Passion and Confidence. Nashville, TN: B&H Academic,
2013.
Bonhoeffer, Dietrich. The Cost of Discipleship. New York: Touchstone, 1995. Accessed April 28,
2023. ProQuest E-book Central.
Chan, Francis. Multiply Disciples Making Disciples. David C Cook, 2012.
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