“Being a Disciple” and “Making Disciples”. A disciple is: A learning and obedient follower of Jesus Christ— who teaches and encourages others to do the same. What is a Disciple? Characteristics of a disciple — 1)You are not your own, 2) Follow, learn, obey, & copy, 3) Count the cost, 4) Love, 5) Works and Fruits, 6)Maturity, 7) Discernment, 8) Discipline from the Father, and 9) Member of the Body of Christ. Making Disciples.