1. By Dave Batty 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org1

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3. What makes one an expert? A. What is God’s opinion of an expert? 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org3

4. Characteristics of an expert on discipleship 1. An expert lover Jesus—when talking to the Rich Young Ruler—when he saw that his man had a problem, Jesus looked at him and loved him Mark 10:21 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org4

5. Characteristics of an expert on discipleship 2. You have a comprehensive understanding of the principles of discipleship. 2 Timothy 2:15 – Study to show yourself approved to God. 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org5

6. Characteristics of an expert on discipleship When you become an expert at Christian discipleship, you understand the process of discipleship A.What discipleship is B.How it works Not simply laying hands on a person & praying C.Why it works 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org6

7. Characteristics of an expert on discipleship 3. A discipler is a facilitator. Difference between an expert _doer_ and an expert at __teaching__ ___others__ to do it. 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org7

8. Characteristics of an expert on discipleship 4. A discipler is an expert encourager Jesus and the demon possessed man in Gadara. Everyone else saw a naked, screaming madman. Jesus saw the potential for this man to be a follower of God and an evangelist. Mark 5:1-20 Jesus to Peter—you are a rock! 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org8

9. Characteristics of an expert on discipleship 5.An expert at discipleship works for balanced growth 3 components of balanced growth A.Learning the Christ-like lifestyle B.Practical ministry C.Deal with their problems 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org9

10. Characteristics of an expert on discipleship 6. An expert of discipleship sets a powerful example of what it means to be a committed Christian Matthew 5:16 Let your light shine A.So men can see your good deeds B.And praise your Father in heaven 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org10

11. Characteristics of an expert on discipleship 7. An expert discipler really cares about their relationship with the person being discipled 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org11

12. Conclusion If you are an expert at Christian discipleship: You understand the process of discipleship A. What discipleship is B. How it works C. Why it works 4/2012T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org12

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14. Contact information Global Teen Challenge 706-576-6555 www.GlobalTC.org www.iTeenChallenge.org 4/201214T501.03 iTeenChallenge.org