The Discipleship Process: Biblical Models for Spiritual Formation

Creating followers of Jesus -- for both disciples and would-be disciplers. Looks at Bible definitions of disciples, examines the discipling strategies of both Jesus and Paul. Refines our understanding of the gospel, training curricula, and mentoring. Examines the role of spiritual disciplines or practices, and explains how to disciple individually or in small discipleship groups

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Appendix 2. Various Approaches to Discipling (a conversation)

Conversations with disciplers involved with the Rock Harbor Covenant Church community, Rocklin, California. These give you examples of how various types of discipleship groups can be conducted.

Mar 15, 2026•38 min•Ep. 9

7. Both Disciple and Disciple Maker

We conclude with the practicalities of growing as disciples ourselves and of discipling individuals, in small groups or classes.

Mar 15, 2026•50 min•Ep. 8

6. Spiritual Disciplines (part 2)

We continue our study of spiritual disciplines with those that are typically practiced weekly, monthly, and annually. We'll also discuss developing a personal rule of life or spiritual trellis, as well as temptations to avoid.

Mar 15, 2026•42 min•Ep. 7

5. Spiritual Disciplines (part 1)

We examine various spiritual disciples that help us encounter Jesus, sorted by frequency. Here we look at spiritual disciplines that can be practiced continually and daily, with particular focus on a bundle of spiritual disciplines wrapped into a daily Quiet Time.

Mar 15, 2026•54 min•Ep. 6

4. Elements of Discipleship Training

Turning to making disciples in our day, we examine the essential elements of the gospel, various disciple-training curricula, and the roles of mentors and influencers.

Mar 15, 2026•53 min•Ep. 5

3. Paul the Disciple Maker

Paul worked differently from Jesus, but quite effectively. We'll consider various passages on maturity in Christ; being "formed in Christ"; correcting, rebuking, and exhorting; portraits of a disciple maker; use of his personal example; praying; mentoring; and writing letters.

Mar 15, 2026•57 min•Ep. 4

2. Jesus' Discipling Strategy

We study the Gospels carefully to analyze how Jesus worked with his disciples -- selecting, spending time, teaching them to pray, teaching publicly and privately, rebuking, involving in ministry, and building a community of disciples.

Mar 15, 2026•53 min•Ep. 3

1. What Is a Disciple?

We examine the Great Commission and consider four synonyms: disciple, follower, believer, and Christian. We examine three analogies of discipleship: abiding in the vine (John 15:1-9), sitting at Jesus' feet (Luke 10:39), and taking his yoke upon us (Matthew 11:23-30). Finally, we consider what Jesus expects of his disciples -- doing, obeying, continuing, and holding firmly, with grace when we slip.

Mar 15, 2026•58 min•Ep. 2

Preface to the Discipleship Process

Introduces the parameters of this study.

Mar 15, 2026•3 min•Ep. 1

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