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Topic of Discussion: How we recognize a true disciple

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Show Notes:

• • A Disciple Abides in Jesus’ Word:
    • John 8:31-32 - So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
    • Jesus distinguishes between those who “believed” and those who are “truly my disciples.” Abiding is the difference.
      • Abiding means:
        • Remaining
        • Continuing
        • Staying under the authority of Christ’s teaching
    • Discipleship is not validated by enthusiasm but by endurance.
      • Modern christianity often equates belief with discipleship.
      • Jesus equates perseverance with discipleship.
  • A Disciple Loves Other Believers:

• John 13:34-35 - A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

• • • Love is the visible badge of discipleship
      • Not doctrinal precision
      • Not spiritual gifting
      • Not ministry productivity
      • Not generic kindness —Christ-shaped, selfless love.
    • Christianity is communal by design.
      • Discipleship cannot mature in isolation
      • Where love is thin, discipleship is shallow.
      • A disciple cannot be growing in Christ while harboring contempt toward Christ’s people.
  • A Disciple Bears Spiritual Fruit:

• John 15:8 - “This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.”

• • • • Fruit reveal discipleship
        • Character transformation
        • Obedient living
        • Reproducing faith in others
    • Discipleship is not static
      • The issue is not perfection, but direction
      • Is there increasing resemblance to Christ over time?
  • A Disciple Places Christ Above All:

• Luke 14:23-33 - Large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: “If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple. And whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple. “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it? For if you lay the foundation and are not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule you, saying, ‘This person began to build and wasn’t able to finish.’” Or suppose a king is about to go to war against another king. Won’t he first sit down and consider whether he is able with ten thousand men to oppose the one coming against him with twenty thousand? If he is not able, he will send a delegation while the other is still a long way off and will ask for terms of peace. In the same way, those of you who do not give up everything you have cannot be my disciples.”

• • Jesus confronts divided allegiance
    • To follow Christ is to reorder every competing loyalty
      • Family, comfort, ambition, self-rule….none outrank Him.
      • This is not an emotional rejection of others
      • Its supreme allegiance to Christ
    • Half-hearted discipleship is self-deception
      • Is He ultimate or supplemental?
    • What we protect most reveals what we worship most

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Topic: Why Discipleship Matters

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Show Notes:

• • The Discipleship Problem:
    • Widespread Christian activity without deep formation
    • Churches full, disciples few
    • Knowledge of Jesus without apprenticeship to Jesus
    • Spiritual stagnation after conversion
  • Jesus’ Clear Command:
    • Matthew 28:18-20: “ And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in[a] the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
    • Very clear command: Make disciples
    • Teaching obedience, not just information
    • Presence of Christ promised to disciple-makers
      • It’s not about gathering crowds but forming followers
  • Jesus’ Method: Investing in a Few:

• Mark 3:13-15: “And he went up on the mountain and called to him those whom he desired, and they came to him. And he appointed twelve (whom he also named apostles) so that they might be with him and he might send them out to preach and have authority to cast out demons.”

• • • Jesus intentionally chose a small group
      • Be with Him.
      • Be formed by Him.
      • Be sent by Him.
        • Transformation happens through proximity, time, and relationship.
  • Why Discipleship is Often Neglected:
    • Discipleship is slow and relational and sometimes relationships don’t work out.
    • Requires vulnerability and accountability.
    • Difficult to measure and scale.
    • Programs are easier to manage than people.
  • Paul’s Model:

• 2 Timothy 2:2: “and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men,[a] who will be able to teach others also.”

• • • Discipleship is meant to reproduce.
    • Faithfulness valued over platform or popularity.

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Topic: 2026 the year of Catechism

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• Key Scripture References: Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Ephesians 6:4, Matthew 28:19-20, Psalm 78:4-7.

Definition of Catechism

• Catechism refers to a structured summary or manual of religious doctrine, typically presented in a question-and-answer format

History of Catechism

• Early origins
  • The practice of catechesis, or systematic instruction in Christian faith, traces its roots to the New Testament era, where the Greek term katēchein (meaning "to instruct orally") was used for forming disciples and preparing converts for baptism.
    • The earliest known written catechism is the Didache, a brief anonymous treatise composed between 60 and 85 AD
  • During the patristic period (2nd to 5th centuries), key figures contributed foundational works: Cyril of Jerusalem's Catechetical Lectures (4th century) for baptismal preparation, Basil of Caesarea's The Morals, and Augustine of Hippo's Enchiridion on Faith, Hope, and Love (early 5th century
  • These emphasized core elements like the Apostles' Creed, the Lord's Prayer, and the Ten Commandments, focusing on faith, hope, and charity
  • Catechesis during this time was rigorous, often lasting months or years, to ensure converts were assimilated into Christian life and doctrine.

• Reformation Era
  • The Protestant Reformation in the 16th century marked a significant revival of catechisms, driven by the need to combat ignorance of basic doctrines among clergy and laity.
    • Martin Luther published his Small Catechism in May 1529 for households and children in 1528
    • John Calvin followed with a catechism in 1537
    • Catholics produced the Roman Catechism (also known as the Catechism of the Council of Trent) in 1566
• Modern Era
  • Today, catechisms persist across denominations—Lutheran, Presbyterian, Baptist, Anglican, and Orthodox—serving as tools for discipleship, though with less emphasis on memorization and more on relational teaching.

So, it's for Children?

• No it is part of discipleship
  • grounding individuals in truth
  • fostering spiritual maturity
  • guarding against heresies.
  • deeper Bible engagement
  • prayerful reflection
  • accountability through catechism studies.
  • clear Q&As make teaching relational and memorable
    • integrating head knowledge with heart transformation.
  • combats modern challenges like relativism
    • building resilient faith in disciples of all ages.

But yes, you should catechize your children

• Biblical Calling
  • fathers as spiritual heads (Ephesians 6:4)
    • commanded to instruct children in the Lord's ways
    • unique influence of paternal leadership in modeling faith, providing security, and passing on a legacy (Proverbs 22:6)