Make Disciples
Podcast Discussion Notes
How is "making disciples", loving God?
John 21:15-17 NLT
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Q1: As a follower of Jesus, caring for people is an expression of our love for God. What are some ways that you can help and care for people?
Matthew 28:16-20 NIV
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What is a disciple?
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A disciple is a follower of Jesus, whose goal is to be like him and do the things he does
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Q2. What are some ways that we can be like Jesus? What are some things we can do to represent Him to the people around us?
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A disciple is supposed to act like Jesus
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2 Peter 1:3-8 NIV
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Q3. What is the role of the Holy Spirit in helping us to live out God’s divine nature?
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A disciple is supposed to do what Jesus did
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In our day, a disciple would be called:
In the medical field - an intern
In the construction field - an apprentice
In the business world - a trainee
In theatre - an understudy​
In theatre, an understudy is a performer who learns the lines and blocking or choreography of a regular actor, actress, or other performer in a play. Should the regular actor or actress be unable to appear on stage, the understudy takes over the part.
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What Jesus was saying to the disciples was: “I can’t be here, so you’re on. Take my part.”
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Q4. Why does Jesus start his conversation with: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.?
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Acts 1:8 NIV
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How did Jesus make disciples?
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1. Come follow me. He did life with them
2. He taught them by example
3. He got them involved in ministry
4. He took them aside to teach them
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Q5. What are some practical ways that you can help others become a disciple of Jesus?
Challenge
Share what you’re learning from this study with someone you know. Invite them to join you.