THE DOCTRINE OF DISCIPLESHIP

Matthew 28:18-20

Jesus was plain about following Him - Luke 9:23; 14:27; Gal.2:20 The principle of discipleship and Christian growth is, “first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear” (Mark 4:28). The idea of maintaining a measure of Christian respectability by staying busy, attending aimless meetings, doing what seems right, in no way makes real disciples of the Lord Jesus. For the blade to grow requires spiritual food from the Word of God.

I. The Process of Discipleship.

A. The Pastor is to make disciples out of saints. Ephesians 4:11

The Apostles and Prophets were for the arrival of the church.

The Evangelists are for the revival of the church.

The Pastors and teachers are for the survival of the church.

B. The Lord gave instruction for this in the Great Commission.

Matt 28:20 “whatsoever I have commanded you”

II. The Position of a Disciple.

** The Christian has three pillars of his faith. A. The Word of God. Psalm 138:2 B. The Work of Christ. John 12:26; I Cor.15:1-4 C. The Witness of the Holy Ghost. I John 5:10

III. The Product of a Disciple.

Fruit! John 15:1-5; Galatians 5:19-21

Conclusion: What we do for discipleship here at Victory Baptist Church. Preached at VBC 3/11/2012; 3/23/2016