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Week Two: What is a disciple?

The goal of this session is that the person will grow in their understanding of what a disciple is. Use these resources to help point you in the right direction, but most importantly allow the Holy Spirit to speak through you and guide you.

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Meeting Outline

Scriptures

Luke 9:21-27 John 13:34-35 John 8:31-47 Matthew 4:18-22 Luke 14:25-35

Discussion Questions

How has your week been spiritually? / What is God teaching you?
What sins are you struggling with that you need to confess?
What does it mean to be a disciple?
Is there a difference between being a Christian and being a disciple? Explain
Read Luke 9:23-24. What do these verses teach us about being a disciple?
Read John 13:34-35. How do we recognize disciples of Jesus?
Read Matthew 4:18-22. What exactly did Jesus say when he first called his disciples? What does it mean to “follow” someone?
Read John 8:31-47. How do true disciples respond to Jesus’ teaching?
Read Luke 14:25-35. What do these verses teach us about a disciple?
Based on what we’ve talked about today, what is your next step when it comes to being a disciple?

Going Deeper

Application

Common Misconceptions

Address Common Misconceptions
I can be a disciple and not actually follow Jesus.
I can be a disciple and not leave my old lifestyle.
I can be a disciple and not love others.
I can be a disciple and not be devoted to God’s Word
I can be a disciple and not embrace the mission.

Common Next Steps

Become a true disciple of Christ.
Step out of complacency
Commit to embracing the lifestyle of a disciple.
Usually one or two of the passages will resonate and challenge them

Links/Downloads

What is the difference between a Christian and a disciple?

Additional Resources

Further Study

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