Becoming a Disciple

A Lifelong Venture

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Inspiration & Meditation, Discipleship
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Author: Adolf Hansen ISBN: 9781501805059
Publisher: Abingdon Press Publication: May 5, 2015
Imprint: Abingdon Press Language: English
Author: Adolf Hansen
ISBN: 9781501805059
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Publication: May 5, 2015
Imprint: Abingdon Press
Language: English

Becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ. It’s not easy, and it is never over. Jesus himself set forth the conditions: “If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.”

Eight United Methodist clergy—all ordained since 2008—explore a definition disciple and help us along in our efforts to pursue the adventure of a lifetime.

Each writer looks at one aspect of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. He or she is a person who . . .

Experiences the forgiveness and acceptance of God.
Follows the life and teachings of Jesus.
Demonstrates the fruit of the Spirit.   
Shares in the life and witness of a community of disciples, including Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
Serves in some form of ministry every day.   
Participates in God’s suffering and transformation of the world.                    
Anticipates a future life in the presence of God.
Yearns to lead others to become disciples.

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Becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ. It’s not easy, and it is never over. Jesus himself set forth the conditions: “If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.”

Eight United Methodist clergy—all ordained since 2008—explore a definition disciple and help us along in our efforts to pursue the adventure of a lifetime.

Each writer looks at one aspect of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. He or she is a person who . . .

Experiences the forgiveness and acceptance of God.
Follows the life and teachings of Jesus.
Demonstrates the fruit of the Spirit.   
Shares in the life and witness of a community of disciples, including Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
Serves in some form of ministry every day.   
Participates in God’s suffering and transformation of the world.                    
Anticipates a future life in the presence of God.
Yearns to lead others to become disciples.

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