Read: James 1:22-25
When you think about what it means to be a disciple of Christ, what comes to mind? Typically, when we ask this question in church groups we often get the generic responses like studying the Bible, prayer, attending church, or being involved in a small group.
In contrast, if you would have asked some of the first disciples what it was like being one of Jesus’ students, they probably would have responded with, “He always tested our faith and our motives. He always took us to places we wouldn’t have gone ourselves. We became friends with people we would have hated before. Looking back, it was the most wildly transforming process I could have ever imagined. I’ll never be the same.”
Discipleship for the disciples was different from our idea in one major way: it actually involved following Jesus where he went and doing what he did.
Don’t Forget!
In one week, we’ll be challenging your group to throw a party for friends and anyone outside the faith. This is step 1 of the INCARNATIONAL Approach – “Everyone is first invited to belong.” As you start to think about inviting non-Christians to your party, do you feel any pressure or tension?
Journal/Text Question: How would you define discipleship?
Prayer Starter: Jesus, help me to see discipleship according to what it should look like, not what I’ve made it to be.
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