Discipleship Archive

In this article, Timothy Paul Jones reminds us that our children are far more than our children. — To have a biblical worldview is to interpret every aspect of our lives—including our relationships with children—within the framework of God’s story. At the center of God’s story stands this singular act: In Jesus Christ, God personally intersected human history and redeemed humanity at a particular time in …

True Story After Easter Sunday, Jerome flipped through a booklet he received about how to receive new life in Christ. The step-by-step process resonated with his analytical personality. He read aloud the excerpts about prayer, obeying Jesus, worshiping with the local church, explaining faith, and reading God’s Word to his younger brother Bo. Bo listened intently and asked questions. “This is what it means to …

(Part 8 of a series) This series explores two essential topics: God and people. When children know who God really is and what He says about who they really are, they can confidently navigate faith and life. Kids must know both the Lord and themselves intimately—not superficially. God matters most. Learning about the Lord is more important (and more rewarding) than anything else we can do! …

Plants need water and sunshine to survive. But too much moisture or heat is detrimental. Too little rain or sunlight will also squelch plant growth. To develop properly, plants require balanced amounts of both—and so do children! True Story Juan was frustrated with his younger sisters. While unloading the dishwasher together, Juan became annoyed that his sisters kept walking way, super distracted. He finally just …

(Part 7 of a series) This series explores two essential topics: God and people. When children know who God really is and what He says about who they really are, they can confidently navigate faith and life. Kids must know both the Lord and themselves intimately—not superficially. God matters most. Learning about the Lord is more important (and more rewarding) than anything else we can do! …

-by Rick Howerton Making disciples who make disciples is the primary mission of the Church. David Colston writes, “Jesus said, ‘Go make disciples’ (Matthew 28:19). He said these words to His disciples just before He ascended into heaven. Their model was clear, for He had just spent the past three-and-a-half years discipling them. He was telling them to go pour into others’ hearts what He …

(Part 6 of a series) This series explores two essential topics: God and people. When children know who God really is and what He says about who they really are, they can confidently navigate faith and life. Kids must know both the Lord and themselves intimately—not superficially. God matters most. Learning about the Lord is more important (and more rewarding) than anything else we can …