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Discipleship

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Being Disciples of Jesus

Type: VHS
Author: Campolo, Tony
( Caring , Christian Life , Discipleship , General , Jesus , Stewardship , Witness )

Helps us 'count the cost' of discipleship by exploring issues like purity, being witnesses, helping and caring for people, giving, and living the full life Jesus promised.

Bottom Line, The: How To Help Youth Become Disciples

Type: BOOK
Author: McKinnon, Greg
( Discipleship , General , Youth )

As Christians, as disciples, our primary calling is to make disciples. When youth become disciples, they become active IN the Kingdom of God, not just a part OF the church. They discover the joy of serving, and they find purpose in life through use of their God-give gifts, talents, and abilities.

Charting The Course

Type: BOOK
Author: Teresa Gilbert
( Discipleship )

Charting the Course is a process for local churches to initiate intentional leadership development and intentional disciple formation. Charting the Course is a response to the question churches are asking, which is, "We really want to be about forming disciples for Jesus Christ, but how do we do that?" This study helps churches to: - develop leaders who practice the means of grace in their own lives and teach others to do the same, and - design a disciple-formation process within their own...

Class Leaders: Recovering a Tradition

Type: BOOK
Author: Watson, David Lowes
( Church Admin/Leadership , Discipleship , Discipline , General , Leadership , Spiritual Growth )

Explains what the recovery of class leaders and class meetings traditions can mean for congregations and offers some guidelines for the revitalized office of class leader.

Covenant Discipleship: Christian Formation through Mutual Accountability

Type: BOOK
Author: Watson, David Lowes
( Church Admin/Leadership , Discipleship , Discipline , General , Leadership , Spiritual Growth )

Advances the practice of mutual accountability in Christian discipleship. Update of the original handbook for covenant discipleship groups. Also shows John Wesley's "General Rule" of discipleship.

Crucified Love: The Practice of Christian Perfection

Type: BOOK
Author: Maas, Robin
( Christian Life , Discipleship , General , Love , Small Groups , Spiritual Growth , Wesley, John )

Dynamic spiritual growth resource that clearly explains John Wesley's concept of "Christian Perfection," and provides step-by-step guidance to individuals, covenant groups and clergy interested in exploring the love of God and neighbor.

Dangerous Journey: The Story of Pilgrim's Progress

Type: BOOK
Author: Marshall Morgan & Scott
( Christian Life , Crisis , Discipleship , Discipline , Faith , General , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth )

The timeless story of Pilgrim's Progress retold for another generation. This version, prepared for the tv series Dangerous Journey, uses original words of John Bunyan, carefully selected by Oliver Hunkin. Excellent illustrations. Animated videos are ED-EL-085.01-.03

Dimensions of Discipleship: a Study in the Four Gospels

Type: BOOK
Author: Johns, Roger D.
( Bible Study , Bible/New Testament , Discipleship , General , Gospels , New Testament )

In an informal and engaging style, this book marks the differences among the four Gospels and shows how these differences actually present a many-sided description of the one reality of discipleship. This is a study for individuals and groups who want to examine their own discipleship in the light of the whole gospel.

Discerning God's Will Together: a Spiritual Practice for the Church

Type: BOOK
Author: Morris and Olson
( Church Admin/Leadership , Church Council , Discipleship , General , Leadership , Small Groups , Spiritual Discernment )

Offers a spiritual way to practice loving one another in the decision-making process. Presents discernment as an interactive means of making decisions. A small group, congregation, and judicatory to show discernment at work. Helps religious groups recognize the importance of their mission while no longer doing business as usual.

Disciplines of the Christian Life, The

Type: BOOK
Author: Liddell, Eric
( Bible Study , Christian Life , Devotions , Discipleship , Discipline , General , Meditations , Spiritual Growth )

By the hero of "Chariots of Fire." He shows 1)the key to knowing God, 2)How to surrender to God's will, 3)The characteristics of a true disciple, 4)The secret of effective devotion time. 12 months of suggested Bible readings for study and meditation plus Liddell's thought-provoking reflection make this a work of power and beauty.

Forming Christian Disciples

Type: BOOK
Author: Watson, David Lowes
( Church Admin/Leadership , Discipleship , Discipline , General , Leadership , Spiritual Growth )

The role of covenant discipleship and class leaders in the congregation. Provides a basic resource for the formation of faithful Christian disciples and the revitalizing of congregations. Shows how discipleship leaders are the key to vital congregations, and offers ways to introduce and sustain covenant discipleship groups.

Jesus Never Said Everyone Was Loveable! Lessons in Discipleship

Type: BOOK
Author: Lee, Clay F.
( Communication , Discipleship , General , Inspiration , Sermon Helps , Service , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

Messages broadcast April - July, 1987 on Protestant Hour. Series of 12 sermons on the full spectrum of discipleship by the minister of Galloway United Methodist Church in Jackson, Mississippi.

Jesus: Then and Now, Sessions 3-4

Type: VHS
Author: Jenkins, Simon
( Bible , Bible People , Bible/New Testament , Discipleship , General , Gospels , Jesus , Miracles , Suffering/Pain )

Program 3: Disciples (28 min) covers: Why did Jesus call his disciples, what discipleship means, and what effect does it have. Program 4: Miracles (29 min) covers: Why is there pain and suffering, why did Jesus work miracles, do they prove who he was and do they still happen. Hard cover book: BI-NT-W01.

Knowing the Jesus of the Bible

Type: VHS
Author: Campolo, Tony
( Bible People , Discipleship , General , History , Jesus , Social Justice )

Compares the 'cultural Jesus with the Jesus of the Bible' and challenges us to examine ourselves as disciples of Jesus in light of relevant social concerns.

Living the Questions 2.0

Type: DVD
Author:
( Adult Studies , Bible , Discipleship , General , Small Groups )

A Program for small and large groups. Living the Questions is an open minded alternative to studies that attempt to give participants all the answers. Living the Questions creates an environment where participants not only interact with one another in exploring the best of today's theological thought, but together strive to explore what's next for Christianity.

Meaning of the Warmed Heart, The

Type: BOOK
Author: English, Donald
( Bible , Bible People , Bible Study , Bible/New Testament , Discipleship , General , Gospels , New Testament )

This book introduces us to 13 extraordinary and inspiring disciples - like you and me - in Bible studies from the Gospels and Acts. Written directly to the lay person, the first 6 stories are especially suitable for Lent, and the whole book is a 13 week adult study.

No Longer Strangers: The Church and Homosexuality

Type: VHS
Author:
( Discipleship , General , Group Study , Homosexuality , New England Conference , Policy , United Methodist )

Guide leading you through Prayer-Action Workshops for the New England Conference exploring interactions with homosexual persons within your church family. 1)personal awareness (share personal experience), 2)social analysis (Why are we as a society strangers to homosexuals?), 3)faith reflection (What dies our faith teach us about homosexuals?), and 4)action (What kind of action does God lead us to so we are no longer stranger to homosexuals?).

Power of Holy Habits, The: A Discipline for Faithful Discipleship

Type: BOOK
Author: Hinson, William H.
( Basic Concepts , Bible , Christian Life , Discipleship , Forgiveness , General , Meditations , Prayer , Spiritual Growth , Witness )

When you boil everything down what are the essential things you must know and do to be an authentic Christian disciple? Introduces critical aspects of Christian discipleship: prayer, worship, giving, witnessing, Bible reading and meditation, forgiveness, and exemplary living, as well as offering an excellent way to help you renew your commitment to Christ and to the church.

SkillAbilities for Youth Ministry

Type: BOOK
Author:
( Decision-Making , Discipleship , General , Leadership , Youth )

SkillAbilities for Youth Ministry. Set of 12 short books tackling various how-tos of youth ministry. Each volume contains lots of how-tos, a look at the benefits of that particular skill, a look at what the Bible says, skills and a mini-workshop for adult leaders of youth, and a look at what's next.
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