02: Discipleship vs Training – how different are they?

John talks to Chris and Nigel about discipleship, its distinction and necessity in the process of training men for ministry, and how frequently churches practice a narrow form, rather than all that the Bible encourages us to pursue together. Key Topics What's typically meant by discipleship? (1:10) How do you shift a church's view of discipleship from one-on-one meetings? (8:00) Practical steps that a pastor should consider (14:28) How do you shift a church that views discipleship as a program? (20:32) How necessary is discipleship for the process of training men for ministry? (27:20)

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Pastors are mandated to equip believers for ministry. How do you do that? Acts 13:36 and Ephesians 2:10 are clear that God has specific plans for every believer to accomplish. Too many pastors are focused on regurgitating what they learned in seminary, which was designed to prepare them for vocational ministry. We believe that the target of training is specific to the man. Listen to learn more.