Ongoing Discipleship

 

As part of an ongoing discipling relationship, it’s good to keep reading the Bible and praying together. In addition, the following questions draw on some of the themes we’ve covered in Foundations. They are examples to help us have deeper conversations around the four aspects of becoming a total follower of Jesus Christ. It’s good to cover each of the four aspects over time but not to try and squeeze too much in each time you meet. Go for quality over quantity.

Upwards

  • Is your love for Jesus anything other than wholehearted? Why? Why not?

  • How is the Bible shaping you as a follower of Jesus right now?

  • To what extent would you describe your following of Jesus as radically sacrificial?

  • What is the grandest thought you have had about God recently?

  • Where are you most vulnerable to temptation?

Inwards

  • Are you loving other followers of Jesus like Christ loves you?

  • Which fruit of the Spirit would others say you exhibit the strongest? What about the weakest?

  • Is there anyone that you need to forgive or apologise to today?

  • How are you practicing Christ-like generosity towards other believers at the moment?

  • What are you learning about the spiritual gifts God has given you to build up others?

Outwards

  • How are you seeking to BLESS others at the moment?

  • Who is one person you are wanting to share the Gospel with this week?

  • How much would people describe you as a friend of sinners? Is that a good thing?

Onwards

  • Who are you intentionally investing in? Is there anything I can do to help with this?

  • If a new believer followed Jesus like you are right now, would that be a good thing?

  • Who is a spiritual hero for you and how are you seeking to follow their example?

 
Part 2Andrea MullerFoundations