S3 - Jesus' Model of Discipleship - Tom Pennington
Discipling the Saints: Excellence in Leadership Conference 2026
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59m
Discipleship is at the heart of the Christian faith—being a disciple means following Jesus, learning from Him, and becoming like Him through a life of obedience. Jesus modeled this through public teaching, private instruction, intentional time with His followers, and prayer, all aimed at shaping both their understanding and their character. His approach was comprehensive, building a foundation of Scripture, personal holiness, ministry skills, and sound doctrine. The goal was not just knowledge, but transformation—disciples who could live out the truth and lead others. As His followers, we are called to follow that same model, growing in Christlikeness while intentionally discipling others.
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