What does it mean to be a disciple? A disciple is one who learns the doctrine of their teacher, then applies it to their own life. There are all kinds of teachers and doctrines to follow. But Christians are called to be different, to stand apart.
What does it mean to be a New Testament disciple? A New Testament disciple has a threefold definition:
– They received Jesus Christ as Savior.
– They yield their lives to Jesus Christ as Lord.
– They are available for the Holy Spirit to reproduce the life of Christ through them into the life of someone else.
Dr. Stanley states that, for the most part, the church has lost a true understanding of discipleship. This has led to a world full of people who may believe in Jesus but do not sincerely follow Him, or understand how to walk with Him daily.
A disciple is one who is devoted to Jesus, detached from the world, disciplined, and dedicated to discipling others. If this type of discipleship is something that you desire in your own life, this message will lead you to a more vibrant and effective walk with the Lord.
Would you like to study this sermon more deeply? Do you feel God moving you to become a more dedicated disciple? Enroll in the free “Called to Be a Disciple” course at the Charles Stanley Institute! https://charlesstanleyinstitute.org/
This message is part of the series “Called to be a Disciple.”
Called to be a Disciple:
CD Series: https://store.intouch.org/purchase/called-to-be-a-disciple-cd-set
Part 1: The Demands of Discipleship
Part 2: The Devotion of Discipleship – https://youtu.be/tjSI3qUGBdY
Part 3: The Badge of a True Disciple – https://youtu.be/y871QN0We6Y
Part 4: The Detachment of Discipleship
Part 5: The Disciple and The World
Part 6: The Disciple and the Word of God
Part 7: The Disciple Learns to Pray
Part 8: The Disciple’s Rest
Part 9: The Disciple’s Service
Part 10: The Disciple’s Fellowship
For more messages from Charles Stanley, including this week’s broadcast, go to www.intouch.org/watch
