Living The Commission
March 16, 2025
Scriptures
Key Points
- Discipleship involves answering the call to follow Jesus and make disciples.
- Becoming like Christ is an ongoing process for disciples.
- Disciple-makers encourage and support others in their faith journey.
- Understanding core concepts like the law, grace, repentance, righteousness, and being born again is crucial for discipleship.
- True discipleship is characterized by servant-hearted love for others.
“Christianity is more about a towel than a title.” - The “Barnabas Blueprint”
- See the potential.
- Invite them in.
- Empower them.
- Cheer them on.
- Walk with them through setbacks.
Discussion
- Have you ever felt a lack of discipleship in your own life? How has that impacted your faith journey?
- Discuss the Barnabas Blueprint. How can we apply these principles in our relationships with other believers?
- The sermon highlighted several core concepts (law, grace, repentance, righteousness, born again). Which of these do you feel you understand well? Which ones would you like to explore further?
- How does Jesus washing His disciples’ feet challenge our understanding of leadership and service in the church?
- What barriers are in the way of you seeking discipleship or offering to disciple others?
- Love is a key indicator of discipleship. How can we cultivate and demonstrate this love?
Application
- Identify one area of your life where you need to grow more Christ-like.
- Reach out to someone this week to offer discipleship or ask for discipleship.
- Practice humble service for someone in your life, reflecting Jesus.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for calling us to follow You and entrusting us with the mission of making disciples. Open our eyes to the opportunities around us, give us courage to step out in faith. Help us to love others as You have loved us. Remind us that You are always with us as we go.