4. Objectives What is a disciple? Are you a disciple? How can you begin to live as a disciple?

5. Conversation Starters Where were you born? Where did you grow up How did you end up in Raleigh? What is your occupations? What are your hobbies? How long have you been coming to Journey? How did you find Journey? When did you become a Christian? Why are you in Solutionary?

6. Discipleship

7. “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28 19-20 ESV

9. Table Discussion What do you think a disciple is not ? Feel free to use your Bible to observe different passages. Here are some examples to get you started: Matthew 23:1-36; James 1:22-25; I John 3:11-18

10. A disciple is not someone: Who simply attends church or bible study That is on a higher level than other followers (no levels) Following a set of rules Who knows a lot and does a little Who calls his own shots with Jesus Who talks about Jesus but never shares Him (hands, feet, & mouth) Who looks good but lacks substance

11. Table Discussion What is a disciple? Feel free to use your Bible to observe different passages. Here are some examples to get you started: Matthew 22:37-40; Luke 14:25-33; John 14:15; I Peter 1:8

12. What a disciple is: A Christian A Student Practicing what they’ve learned Chosen Practicing the presence of Jesus Dying to yourself Participating in helping others become disciples Walking in confidence

13. Table Discussion The Early Church The Church in China What do you feel is holding us back from being part of that kind of movement? What is holding you back?

14. Takeaways How will I create margin in my life to practice the presence of Jesus? How will I fill my mind with truth? How will I fuel my affections for God? How will I give my life away?