Becoming a Disciple
A Lifelong Venture
Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Inspiration & Meditation, Discipleship
| 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.
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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