Author Archives: tcdehay

You Don’t Have to Grow Alone: Finding a Discipler

Discipleship is at the heart of the Christian life, modeled by Jesus Himself in His relationships with His followers. Finding someone to disciple you can be a crucial step if you desire to grow spiritually and deepen your faith. This guide explores how to seek out and approach a mature believer who can help youContinue reading “You Don’t Have to Grow Alone: Finding a Discipler”

Intentionality: Think A-Z Instead of L, M, N, or O.

The A-to-Z Approach to Disciple Making: A Comprehensive Path to Spiritual Maturity One of the most common misunderstandings in disciple making is the tendency to focus on a book study or a particular spiritual topic without considering the full scope of discipleship. While studying books and specific topics are important, they often concentrate on aContinue reading “Intentionality: Think A-Z Instead of L, M, N, or O.”

What the Bible Says About Discipling, Mentoring, Counseling, Coaching, Ministering, and Befriending

The panel at Bridgeway Church emphasized discipleship as the core of mentoring, counseling, coaching, ministering, and befriending. Discipleship fosters spiritual growth, enabling individuals to serve and guide others. Each role is interconnected, aiming to lead others toward deeper faith and obedience to Christ, fulfilling the Great Commission.

Navigating the Stumbles: Guiding Disciples in Grace and Truth

Discipleship involves growth, discernment, and correction. Disciple-makers guide learners through mistakes with love, patience, and a foundation in Scripture for spiritual maturity.

Common Methods Churches are Begun

The article discusses various church planting models—Stamp, Single Sending, Several Sending, Sole Starter, and Splant—alongside replanting strategies, outlining biblical examples, advantages, disadvantages, and church involvement suggestions.

Explore What I Am Currently Reading: Insights and Reflections

Intentional: Living Out Eight Principles of Disciple Making The Village Effect: How Face-to-Face Contact Can Make Us Healthier, Happier, and Smarter Pinker, S. (2014). The Village Effect: How Face-to-Face Contact Can Make Us Healthier and Happier. Random House Canada, 378 pages. ISBN: 978-0307359537 In this interesting book (audiobook for me-Hoopla is amazing!), developmental psychologist SusanContinue reading “Explore What I Am Currently Reading: Insights and Reflections”

Disciple Making Principles: Barnabas, Son of Encouragement

This article discusses the multifaceted role of Barnabas in the book of Acts, emphasizing his qualities as an encourager, humble giver, introducer, delegate, reproducer, and trusted leader. His actions exemplify generosity, leadership, and a commitment to disciple-making, highlighting his importance in fostering community and spreading the gospel among believers.

Disciples of The Way: Straight Street, Damascus, Syria

In Acts 9, Saul seeks to imprison disciples of “The Way” in Damascus but encounters the risen Lord, leading to his conversion. The chapter illustrates the importance of the terms “disciple” and “belonging to The Way,” emphasizing the supportive and resilient nature of the early Christian community, which welcomed Saul despite his past.

Creating Margin in Ministry: Jesus’ Example and Practical Tips

30 The apostles returned to Jesus and told him all that they had done and taught. 31 And he said to them, “Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while.” For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat. 32 And they went away in the boat to a desolate place by themselves. Mk. 6:30-32 In MarkContinue reading “Creating Margin in Ministry: Jesus’ Example and Practical Tips”