Disciple-making isn't a spiritual gift. It's the mission that unites every believer.
Talking Points:
- The full time ministry workers are a gift to the church who equip the people to do ministry. Ephesians 4:11-12
- When pastors are doing their jobs and the people are doing their part, everyone matures in their faith. Ephesians 4:13-14
- Making disciples is the mission Jesus gave us. When we share God’s truth with others, we internalize and learn from it as well. Ephesians 4:16
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- How do you or how does your church define a disciple? Why is it important to know what it means to be a follower of Jesus?
- How are you currently investing in others? How does your church encourage you to invest in others?
- Read Ephesians 4:11-12. What do you think Paul means that the paid staff equips the people? Does this concept surprise you? Explain.
- Read Ephesians 4:13-14. How do we mature in Christ? How does that change the way you might do ministry moving forward?
- Why does measuring the mission make a difference in the church? What does your church currently measure?
- Share your thoughts regarding the PursueGOD way of defining a disciple, our process of discipleship and how it’s measured.
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
