What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus?

Outline: Four marks of a disciple of Jesus.

1. A disciple is one who knows Jesus

2. A disciple is one who knows themselves through Jesus

3. A disciple is one who lives for Jesus

4. A disciple is one who makes disciples of Jesus

Questions for Personal Reflection

1. If you could ask one question of Jesus to know him better today, what would you ask?

2. Imagine you were having a conversation with someone who thinks you can be a believer in Jesus without being a disciple. How would you show this person that to be a believer is to be a disciple?

3. Share an example of how your identity as a Christian works itself out in (pick one) your employment, marriage, parenting, relationships, schoolwork, activities/sports, etc. How might you make your Christian identity more controlling in one or more of these areas of your life?

4. Read Galatians 5:1: Think of something you are prone to follow/pursue (examples: dreams, success, approval, security, an ideology, a political party, a reputation, an interest/hobby etc.) in what ways have you noticed this pursuit increasing its control over you? How could the reality that Christ is your Lord set you free from this control?

5. As you consider the Christian vocation to be a disciple maker, where do you sense God is giving you an opportunity to participate in the work of making disciples?