3. The Kind Of Disciple Jesus Desires
John 8:31

4. Meaning Of “Disciple” MATHETES, a learner
Indicates thought accompanied by endeavor
It is in contrast with teacher [DIDASKALOS]
Not only a learner, he was also an adherent
One who imitated his teacher (Lk. 6:40)
Coincides with being “conformed to the image of His Son” (Rom. 8:29)

5. Meaning Of “Disciple” In the New Testament we read of:
Disciples of John (Matt. 9:14)
Disciples of the Pharisees (Matt. 22:16)
Disciples of Moses (Jn. 9:28)
Disciples of Jesus (Matt. 5:1)

6. Characteristics A disciple of Jesus continues in His word (Jn. 8:31)
“Abide”—“continue” (KJV) or “remain in it”
Nowhere else to go (Jn. 6:66-68)
A “doer,” not just a “hearer” (James 1:21-25)

7. Characteristics A disciple of Jesus bears fruit (Jn. 15:8)
To bring God the glory (Jn. 15:8)
Something that is expected (Lk. 8:15)
Growth and fruit-bearing linked together (Col. 1:9-10)

8. Characteristics A disciple of Jesus loves the brethren (Jn. 13:35)
Not occasionally, continually (Heb. 13:1)
Because we know God and what He did for us (1 Jn. 4:7-12)
In deed and truth (1 Jn. 3:18)

9. Test Of Discipleship Luke 14:25-33 Put Jesus first (v. 26)
Take up his cross (v. 27). (suffering)
Count the cost and divest all distractions (v. 33)

10. How To Become A Disciple
Disciples are made (Acts 14:21)
Implies a plan of some kind (Rom. 6:17)
What is in this “form of doctrine” (“pattern”)
In other words, “What must we do to become a disciple?” (Acts 2:37)
The answer is the same as Peter gave on Pentecost (Acts 2:38)