DISCIPLEMAKING Ambassadors – Part 11 6/16/2024 Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God." 2 Corinthians 5:17-20 ESV The Call to Disciple: Understanding the Great Commission Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. Matthew 28:19-20 NIV Discipleship is the process of learning about Jesus, imitating Him, and teaching others to do the same. Every believer is called to be both a disciple and a disciple-maker. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others. 2 Timothy 2:2 NIV Biblical Examples of Discipleship Training • Jesus and His Disciples See Lk 11:1; Jn 13:1-17);Matt 10:1-42). • Paul and Timothy (See Acts 16:1-3) • The Early Church (See Acts 2:42-47 Practical Steps in Training Others to Disciple • Build Relationships • Teach Sound Doctrine But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. Titus 2:1 NIV • Model Christ-like Behavior Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.1 Corinthians 11:1 NIV • Equip and Empower … to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up. Ephesians 4:11-12 NIV • Encourage Accountability Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. James 5:16 NIV Overcoming Challenges in Discipleship • Time Constraints "… make the best use of the time, because the days are evil." Ephesians 5:15-16 NIV • Fear of Inadequacy - God equips those He calls. • Reluctance to Change Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2 NIV The Rewards of Discipleship • Personal Growth As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." Proverbs 27:17 NIV • Building God’s Kingdom • Eternal Impact Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. Matthew 6:19-20 NIV Let’s commit to being Ambassadors who asre disciple-makers, fulfilling the Great Commission and making an eternal impact for the Kingdom of God.