Discipleship Requires a Plan
I mentioned recently that I often have seasons of teaching new leaders how God wants to use them to lead. During every season, I am reminded that it requires a plan to disciple these leaders. We have been developing a plan for some time and must continually revisit it to ensure we are on track and effective. But, it requires more than just teaching new leaders; it requires continually discipling them.
Paul outlined God’s plan for discipleship: “And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God.” Col 1:9-10
What is God’s plan for discipleship?
- Being filled with Godly wisdom and understanding
- Leading to a changed life
- Which produces good works and spiritual fruit
This is the understanding that we are building into each team through their leaders. Each leader then does the same into their own team. It isn’t an easy process, but it is essential. We have a long way to go, but we are getting there.
Finally, remember that we are simply participating in God’s process of building the church: “So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth.” 1 Cor 3:7. Don’t get too far ahead of God by trying to do it all. Develop the plan, implement it, but remember that the focus is on God, not ourselves.
What is your plan for discipleship?
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