Apologetics: Reliability of Bible Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Share Scripture: All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: – 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) We trust the Bible not merely because of historical evidence, but because it is the living, ‘God-breathed’ revelation of our Creator.…
Rule of Life Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Practice Scripture: Let all things be done decently and in order. – 1 Corinthians 14:40 (KJV) A ‘Rule of Life’ is simply a framework of intentional habits—a trellis upon which our spiritual lives can grow and thrive. Without disciplined rhythms such as morning prayer, consistent Bible study, and intentional Sabbath…
Sacrificial Love Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Equip Scripture: Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. – John 15:13 (KJV) Sacrificial love is the defining mark of the Christian because it mirrors the ultimate act of Christ on the cross. We often settle for a comfortable, convenient form…
The Kingdom of God Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Theology Scripture: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. – Matthew 6:33 (KJV) To seek the Kingdom of God first is to reorder our entire value system, placing His eternal agenda above our temporal, personal ambitions.…
Defeating Pride Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: SHAPE Scripture: Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. – Proverbs 16:18 (KJV) Pride is the root sin that whispers the lie that we are the architects of our own destiny and the masters of our own success. It is a subtle form of idolatry where we…
Corporate Confession Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Worship God Scripture: Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. – James 5:16 (KJV) Corporate confession is one of the most powerful and healing aspects of the gathered church. When we come…
Resting in God’s Timing Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Rest & Reflect Scripture: Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD. – Psalm 27:14 (KJV) ‘Wait’ is perhaps the most difficult word in the Christian vocabulary. We live in an age of instant gratification, but God…
Apologetics: Problem of Evil Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Share Scripture: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. – Romans 8:28 (KJV) When someone is in pain, the last thing they need is a cold theological lecture. The problem of…
Liturgical Prayer Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Practice Scripture: After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. – Matthew 6:9 (KJV) We often feel that if our prayers aren’t spontaneous, they aren’t ‘authentic.’ Yet, Jesus gave His disciples a structured prayer (The Lord’s Prayer) to serve as a framework for…
Active Service to Others Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Equip Scripture: For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. – Galatians 5:13 (KJV) Liberty in Christ is not a license to do whatever we want; it is a freedom from the slavery…