Christian Discipleship

Following Jesus Every Day

Jesus did not simply call people to believe certain truths. He called people to follow Him.

Christian discipleship is the lifelong journey of learning from Jesus, becoming more like Jesus, and living for Jesus in everyday life. It involves growing in faith, studying Scripture, worshiping God, serving others, sharing the gospel, and allowing the Holy Spirit to transform our hearts and lives.

Discipleship is not a destination we reach. It is a lifelong process of growing closer to Christ and learning to live as His followers.

Following Jesus Together

What Is a Disciple?

A disciple is a learner, follower, and student.

When Jesus called His first disciples, He invited them into a relationship with Him. They learned from His teaching, observed His example, followed His leadership, and shared His mission.

Today, Christians continue that same journey.

A disciple seeks to:

Know Jesus more deeply

Love God wholeheartedly

Follow God’s Word faithfully

Serve others generously

Grow in Christian character

Share Christ with others

Live a life that reflects the love of God

Jesus’ Invitation

Jesus said:

“Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.”
(Matthew 4:19)

Discipleship begins with responding to Christ’s invitation.

Jesus does not call us only to attend church occasionally or learn information about faith. He calls us into a daily relationship that changes how we think, live, serve, and love.

Marks of a Growing Disciple

Growing disciples are not perfect people.

They are people who continually seek Christ and allow God to shape their lives.

Worship

Disciples gather with other believers to worship God, hear His Word, celebrate the sacraments, and encourage one another.

Prayer

Prayer strengthens our relationship with God and helps us listen for His guidance.

Scripture

The Bible teaches us God’s truth, reveals His character, and guides our daily lives.

Christian Community

Faith grows best when believers encourage, support, and learn from one another.

Service

Jesus taught His followers to serve others with humility and love.

Generosity

Disciples recognize that everything belongs to God and seek to use their time, talents, and resources faithfully.

Witness

Followers of Christ share God’s love and the good news of Jesus through both words and actions.

The Role of the Holy Spirit

Christian growth is not accomplished through our own strength.

The Holy Spirit helps us understand Scripture, develop Christian character, resist temptation, grow in faith, and become more like Christ.

As believers walk with God, the Holy Spirit continues to transform hearts and lives.

Growing Through Every Season

Discipleship happens during both joyful and difficult seasons.

God teaches us through times of celebration, success, loss, disappointment, waiting, and change.

Every season becomes an opportunity to trust Christ more deeply and grow in faith.

Discipleship Is a Lifelong Journey

Following Jesus is not a program, class, or short-term commitment. Discipleship continues throughout every season of life. From new believers to mature Christians, followers of Christ are continually learning, growing, serving, and becoming more like Jesus.

Discipleship at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church

At Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, discipleship happens through worship, Bible study, Sunday School, prayer, service, fellowship, mission work, and everyday Christian living.

We encourage believers of every age to continue growing in faith through:

Worship

Prayer

Bible Study

Sunday School

Service Opportunities

Christian Fellowship

Walk to Emmaus

Spiritual Disciplines

Ongoing Learning and Growth

Discipleship is not a program.

It is a way of life centered on following Jesus Christ.

The Discipleship Pathway

Discipleship is a lifelong journey of following Jesus, growing in faith, serving others, and helping others follow Christ. Whether you are a new believer or have walked with Christ for many years, these resources can help you take your next step.