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The COVID-19 pandemic has brought illness, grief, stress, and it is taxing our mental health. Although it is a trendy word in our culture, self-care is important and biblical. We also need to be sure that our congregations offer structured caring ministries so that we can care for one another. Many of us are grieving…
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Discipleship Level 5: Maturing Invites others to follow Jesus. Generously gives of themselves.Maturing Christians will become leaders in formal or informal roles in your church. They will influence others by the way they live their lives – worshiping, giving, inviting, and participating in the life of Christ daily. How can you encourage these mature disciples…
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Discipleship Level 4: Growing Practices spiritual disciplines. Seeks to follow the ways of Jesus in everyday life.Growing Christians need to be continually supported and educated as they seek to follow Jesus in their everyday lives. What resources and topics will encourage spiritual discipline and following the way of Jesus? How can you connect this way…
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Discipleship Level 3: Beginning Regularly attends church, reads the Bible, gives of themselves. Seeking to become Christ-like. How can you best meet the needs of someone who has made a commitment to your church? Maybe they are regularly participating in the life of your church. Maybe they have joined as a new member. Nurture these…
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Discipleship Level 2: Exploring Visits churches. Starts reading the Bible. Tries a bible study or mission project. Gives occasionally. The new faces you see in your church community are interested in developing their spiritual life. They may be visiting several different churches. They may have just moved to your area. They could be newly interested in…
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Discipleship Level 1: Searching Searching for a more meaningful life. Curious about God. Where can you meet people who are seeking a more meaningful life? How should you engage with them? The Media Center recommends these resources to start making new disciples in your church by reaching out to those who are curious about spirituality and…

