Let’s Talk Discipleship

Back in 2021, I was searching for accountability and growth. I felt very stuck in the communities I was in. Dallas Theological Seminary (DTS) was piloting a discipleship program. Not knowing anything about this or what it meant, I signed up. That September, I was paired with Larry O’Donnell. Larry is a DTS grad and made such a huge impact on me. To this day, I still stay in contact seeking his godly wisdom and discipline tips. This experience drives my passion for one-on-one discipleship.

In my one-on-one discipleship ministry, I focus on cultivating deep, meaningful relationships with individuals to guide them in their spiritual growth and walk with Christ. Through personalized mentorship sessions, I provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their faith, ask questions, and receive personalized guidance tailored to their unique needs and challenges. My approach involves not only imparting biblical knowledge but also walking alongside them in their journey, offering encouragement, accountability, and prayer support.

Through intentional discipleship, I aim to help individuals deepen their understanding of Scripture, develop a vibrant prayer life, and cultivate spiritual disciplines that strengthen their relationship with God. I prioritize active listening and empathy, seeking to understand each person’s background, struggles, and aspirations and offering biblical wisdom and practical insights to address their spiritual needs. By investing in one-on-one discipleship, I coach individuals to invite the Holy Spirit to empower their lives to become mature disciples of Christ, equipped to impact their families, communities, and workplaces for the glory of God.

But what is a disciple of Jesus? The graphic below helps shape the understanding of biblical discipleship and baseline discipleship language.

More details can be found in the article, A Deeper Look into Being a Disciple of Jesus that Becomes Complete in Christ.

My primary go-to curriculum is using Dr. John Tolson’s Four Priorities. John lives and breathes discipleship. When using this curriculum, discipling takes about one year, meeting weekly to complete. This accounts for holiday and life-event breaks that come up. The journey is so worth it. As Bonhoeffer puts it, grace without discipleship is cheap grace. Reach out if you would like to see what discipling is all about.

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