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Discipleship Training Correspondence Instructions
 
“Follow my example as I follow Christ.”(1 Corinthians 11:1) 

1. Be Discipled

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

 We offer the discipleship training that Jesus modeled in a 3 Book Series, ‘A Journey with Jesus’, which includes all 58 lessons used by Jesus!

• Book 1: ‘Fishers of Men’, Lessons 1-17
• Book 2: ‘Into the Harvest’, Lessons 18-39
• Book 3: ‘Building the Temple’, Lessons 40-58

 
Our proposal is a relationship- based approach to personally walk with you through each one of Jesus’ Discipleship Teaching Lessons, via e-mail, by having you:

a.  Read and complete each of the Lessons on your own, in chronological order, then . . .

b. Email us back at  ([email protected]) and give 2 or 3 Take-A-Ways that you gleaned from each Lesson, finally,

 c. We then email you back 2 or 3 of our own Take-A-Ways, in addition to answering any questions you have along the way.

2. Become Equipped to Make Disciples  

"A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher.” Luke 6:40  

Be encouraged that Jesus, the Creator of the Universe, did not come to Earth to start a mega church but to invest His truth-filled lessons into the hearts of 12 Disciples, of whom it was later said, “These men turned the world upside down” (Acts 17:6)! It is not the ability of men but God alone who brings the increase (1 Corinthians 3:6).  

3. Begin to Make Disciples  

“(Jesus) Go therefore and make disciples of all nations . . . teaching them 
to observe all that I have commanded you.” Matthew 28:17-20

By this method of disciple making, the model ofJesus, the means of the Words themselves in Jesus’ Commandments and His daily Helper, the Holy Spirit, He gave to us to duplicate, not to re-invent.  

Jesus himself said, “Whoever has my commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves me . . . and he who loves me will be loved by my Father” (John 14:14, (21), 23, 15:9-10).

Jesus also said, “Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have the right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.” Revelation 21:14, 
 
now . . .

“Go . . .  Make Disciples” (Matthew 28:17-20), which is our Great Co-Mission with Christ!

Now, lets together, "Follow Jesus", in this 
A Journey with Jesus
Jesus' Discipleship Training

Let's begin with Four Introductory Teachings, to Jesus' Discipleship Training, before we Launch into Jesus' Commandment Teachings:

• 1-Taking the Mystery Out of Discipleship Training
• 2-Becoming Missional.w_Curriculum_w_Key2ChangesLogo
• 3-Introduction to the Series.doc
• 4-Testimonials.Key2Changes.doc

Let's begin with four Introductory Teachings, before we Launch into Jesus' Commandment Teachings:
A Journey with Jesus
Jesus' Discipleship Training
 
‘A Journey with Jesus’, 3 Book Series: Lessons 1 - 58
 
Instructions to Discipleship Correspondence

•  Introductory Documents to Jesus’ Discipleship Training 

• 1-Taking the Mystery Out of Discipleship Training
• 2-Becoming Missional.w_Curriculum_w_Key2ChangesLogo
• 3-Introduction to the Series.doc
• 4-Testimonials.Key2Changes.doc

 

• Book 1 of 3: Fishers of Men_Lessons 1 - 17

• Lesson 01.doc – Lesson 17.doc

 

• Book 2 of 3: Into the Harvest_Lessons, 18 - 39

• Lesson 18.doc – Lesson 39.doc

 

• Book 3 of 3: Building the Temple_Lessons 40 - 58

• Lesson 40.doc – Lesson 58.doc

 

• Kindle Version: ‘Journey With Jesus’, Books Series 1, 2, 3

• A Journey with Jesus Book 1 – Fishers of Men.epub
• A Journey with Jesus Book 2 – Into the Harvest.epub
• A Journey with Jesus Book 3 – Building the Temple.epub 

 

• Kindle Version: ‘Follow Me’, The Combined Gospels

• Follow Me_REV3.epub

 
Also, accessible at our Web Site is our entire Spiritual Growth Process: http://www.key2changes.com/the-spiritual-growth-process.html, with many other Downloadable “Systematic” Spiritual Growth Lessons.

A Journey with Jesus – Book 1 - Fishers of Men –  a new worldview. (6 hrs) – (a FreeDevotional Versionof Books 1-3can be found at Appointed time.blogspot.com)
The Introduction.

1. Follow Me.   (To hear and obey Jesus, our Lord)
2. What Do You See?  (Observing people can lead to a spiritual encounter)
3. A New Perspective.   (Live joyously)
4. Shining Lights.   (How to let your light shine)
5. Jesus, The Fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets.  (Explaining the Law and the Prophets and how Jesus fulfils them)

 
A Journey with Jesus – Book 1 - Fishers of Men–  new family values. (12 hrs)

1. Subduing Anger.   (Dealing with anger)
2. Being Faithful.   (Dealing with sexual sin)
3. Keeping Promises.   (Keeping your word)
4. Giving Up Your Rights.   (Dealing with difficult people)
5. Love Your Enemies.   (How to treat your enemies)
6. Receiving Honor.   (Avoiding hypocrisy)
7. Prayer.   (The Lord’s Prayer)
8. Acquiring Treasure.   (How to find and store real treasure)
9. The Scales of Justice.   (There is only one judge)
10. Developing Discernment.   (Differences between judging and discerning)
11. How to Live Forever.   (Living eternal life now)
12. Fruit Inspection.   (Learning to discern evil)

 
*** Begin reading the rest of the Bible.
 
How to Study the Bible – teaches believers how to effectively read and study the Bible. (3 hrs) 
 
*** Public Celebration – this is the end of the Childhood stage.
 
Stage 3 - Adolescence: “I feel really close to Christ and depend on Him for daily guidance.”

• These believers report much higher levels of personal spiritual practices than earlier segments. Serving emerges as an important expression of their faith. While their devotion to Christ is growing, they still hold back from full commitment.
• Attitudes/Behaviors:
  • The Bible provides direction for their lives.
  • Prayer is central to their lives.
  • They have not surrendered everything to Christ.
  • Small groups are less important to them.
  • Spiritual friends increase in importance to them.
  • They serve regularly.
  • They are concerned for the lost like Jesus was.
  • They have a desire for growth in spiritual disciplines.
• Needs:
  • Serving opportunities.
  • Advanced personal spiritual practices.
  • Learn to share their faith.

 
*** Begin serving in a ministry of the church.
 
A Journey with Jesus – Book 2 – Into the Harvest –  the kingdom of God. (3 hrs)

1. Kingdom Parables.   (Understanding the Kingdom of God)
2. Growing in Understanding.   (Understanding parables)
3. More Kingdom Truths.   (You teach a parable)

 
Gifts of the Spirit– equips the believer to use spiritual gifts. (10 hrs)·    Receiving spiritual gifts.

• Difficult questions answered.
• The three categories of gifts: 1) Motivations, 2) Ministries and 3) Manifestations
• Discovering which one(s) you have.
• Do you want more?
• Spiritual warfare issues.
• Working with the Holy Spirit – how the manifestations happen.
• Practice using your gifts in a small group setting.

A Journey with Jesus – Book 2 – Into the Harvest – evangelism. (4 hrs)

1. Going into the Harvest Fields.   (Finding and working in your harvest field)
2. Evangelism.   (Jesus shows us how to evangelize)
3. Serpents and doves.   (Be wise in the way you declare the gospel)
4. Sobering Decisions.   (Fear of men is overcome by faith in God)

 
*** Begin to purposefully declare the Gospel at every opportunity God gives you.  Use your personal testimony and spiritual gifts in conjunction with it.
 
A Journey with Jesus – Book 2 – Into the Harvest – discipleship. (5 hrs)

1. Looking for God’s Solutions.   (Blessing people and glorifying His name)
2. Fear not!   (Jesus cares for you and will help you)
3. A Little Leaven.   (Consider carefully the words you speak)
4. Taking Up the Cross.  (Being a disciple of Jesus will cost you your life) 
5. Listen to Jesus!   (God the Father speaks out loud)

 
A Journey with Jesus – Book 2 – Into the Harvest– problems in the church. (4 hrs)

1. Becoming Offended.   (Why you get offended)
2. Causing Stumbling Blocks.   (Don’t be a stumbling block to anyone)
3. Reproving a Believer.   (Correcting believers/church discipline)
4. Forgiving Believers Who Repent.   (Be ready to forgive)

 
A Journey with Jesus – Book 2 – Into the Harvest– the attitude of a servant. (6 hrs)

1. Cause for Rejoicing.   (Reasons to rejoice)
2. Praying with Faith.   
3. Hypocrisy.   (Test the spirits)
4. Freedom from Fear.   (You have no reason to be afraid of God)
5. Freedom from Life’s Worries.   (God will take care of your needs)
6. Servant-hood.   (Learn to be a good servant)

 
*** Go on a cross-cultural mission project at home or abroad.
 
*** Public Celebration – this is the end of the Adolescencestage.The believer should experience the “laying on of hands” by the leaders for additional giftings and empowerment for service because he has just moved into adulthood.
 
Stage 4 - Adulthood: “God is all I need in my life. He is enough. Everything I do is a reflection of Christ.”

• These people have fully surrendered their lives to Christ, demonstrated by their dramatically higher levels of spiritual behaviors and attitudes across the board. They “very strongly agree” that they seek God’s guidance in every area of their lives … at two times the level of any other segment.
• Attitudes/Behaviors:
  • They love God more than anything
  • For them, prayer is constant conversation with God.
  • They help to mentor others.
  • Service to others is a way of life.
• Needs:
  • Mentoring opportunities.
  • Wide range of serving opportunities.
  • Develop a ministry based on God’s call.
  • Prepare a personal mission statement.

 
Small Group Dynamics– It teaches the believer how small groups operate and how to facilitate them (6 hrs – seminar format – two sessions)  
 
A Journey with Jesus – Book 3 – Building the Temple– life lessons. (8 hrs)

1. Foretaste of the Kingdom.   (Those who will be spared)
2. Don’t Lose Heart.   (Pray and do not lose heart)
3. Children.   (Do not stop children from having a relationship to Jesus)
4. Up to Jerusalem.   (Unraveling mysteries of the Passover week)

Telling time God’s way.   (Understanding God’s calendar)

1. True Biblical Faith.   (Living by faith has requirements)
2. Chair of Moses.   (True authority) 

 
*** Two believers should form a team to facilitate the Spiritual Growth Process for new believers.
 
A Journey with Jesus – Book 3 – Building the Temple– 2nd coming of Christ (5 hrs)

1. Looking at the Future.   (Overview of the end times)
2. Do Not Be Misled.   (Follow Jesus’ instructions and you won’t be misled)
3. Signs.   (Understanding the signs of the end times)
4. Be Alert.   (Become alert when you see the signs in the heavens)

 
A Journey with Jesus – Book 3 – Building the Temple– Last things (10 hrs)

1. The Passover View.   (Prepare for the days ahead)
2. Breaking Bread.   (Communion)
3. Love One Another.   (Display love for one another)
4. Peaceful Hearts.   (What it means to abide in Christ)   
5. Abiding in Christ.   (God dwells in us then our words and actions should line up with the Word of God)   
6. Disillusioned.   (The promise of persecution)
7. Waiting for Him.   (Spiritual warfare)
8. Receive the Holy Spirit.   (Baptized with power from on high)
9. The Great Commission.   (Understanding your commission)

 
Overview of Church History– teaches the history of the church as a whole. (10 hrs)
 
*** Public Celebration – A Last Supper should mark the end of his original small group experience.
 
The believer should complete the entire Spiritual Maturity Process.  No matter what the believer’s specific call is, the understanding of the Spiritual Maturity Process is critical.  Receive advanced training as the Lord leads.  Discover and engage in God’s specific ministry call for him.