Developing an Intentional Disciple Making Strategy for Fathers to Lead Their Families in Spiritual Transformation

Developing an Intentional Disciple Making Strategy for Fathers to Lead Their Families in Spiritual Transformation
Author: Michael Cauthorne
Publisher:
Total Pages: 127
Release: 2021
Genre: Discipling (Christianity)
ISBN:

Do current student ministries produce disciples that can stand the test of the current culture? Has creating a separate ministry worked against God’s plan for making disciples? Statistics from across the Church would suggest the American Church is in decline. Within the Southern Baptist Convention there has been a continual decline in baptisms over the past few years. This project will seek to determine if there is a correlation between how student ministries are led in the modern church to how effectively the church has been in making disciples. With research and data collected from current and former student ministries, Data will be presented to study the long-lasting effects student ministries have had on reaching the lost and making disciples with and without parental support. Does the demand to produce numbers hurt student ministry and keep them from fulfilling the Great Commission. This research and data will be used to encourage and provide a return to the basics in making disciples in the local church through the family of God. Michael Kibbe shares “this is the first key to this phase of research; you need to have something to contribute to the discussion”.

Cornerstones

Cornerstones
Author: Brian Dembowczyk
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2018-04
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1462782345

For centuries, parents have used the ancient method of learning and reciting questions and answers to teach the core doctrines of the faith. This beautifully designed book uses this regular rhythm of asking and answering to introduce children to spiritual truths and spark a hunger within them to know God even more.

Intentional Disciplemaking

Intentional Disciplemaking
Author: Ron Bennett
Publisher: NavPress Publishing Group
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2001
Genre: Discipling (Christianity)
ISBN: 9781576832622

Disciples don't just happen. They're developed through intentional planning and the effort of a community of believers. This strategy-filled guide shows readers how they, too, can make disciples of their church members.

Family Discipleship

Family Discipleship
Author: Matt Chandler
Publisher: Crossway
Total Pages: 189
Release: 2020-08-28
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 143356632X

The most important disciple a parent will make is within their own home, and yet this is the most difficult disciple to make. Family Discipleship by Matt Chandler and Adam Griffin helps readers develop a sustainable rhythm of gospel-centered discipleship through a guided framework focusing on moments of discipleship in 3 key areas: time (intentional time gathering your family around gospel activities or conversations), moments (leveraging opportunities throughout the day), and milestones (celebrating significant life events). Each section provides parents with Scriptures to consider, questions to answer, structures to implement, and ideas to try out as they seek to see Christ formed in their children. Here is a book that begins with the end in mind, offering ideas and examples of what gospel-centered family discipleship looks like, helping parents design their own discipleship plan as they seek to raise children in the love and fear of the Lord.

Gospel-Centered Kids Ministry

Gospel-Centered Kids Ministry
Author: Brian Dembowczyk
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 123
Release: 2018-10-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1535939567

The story of Jesus interacting with the Emmaus disciples after his resurrection provides an outline for what a gospel-centered kids ministry looks like: gospel-centered teaching that points to Jesus in every session, gospel-centered transformation that positions the gospel to change a child's heart and then his or her behavior, and gospel-centered mission where kids join in on the big story of Jesus that continues to unfold. Seven out of ten kids will walk away from church after they turn eighteen. About five will return when they have families of their own. But two will never return. Clearly, something isn’t connecting with our kids. As kids ministry leaders, we need to take a hard look at what we are missing in our kids ministries and provide kids the one thing that will satisfy them and keep them connected to the church—the gospel. Gospel-Centered Kids Ministry also addresses how to communicate with and encourage gospel-centered leaders and parents as part of your ministry.

Equipping Fathers at First Baptist Church, Sherwood, Arkansas to be the Primary Disciple Makers in Their Families

Equipping Fathers at First Baptist Church, Sherwood, Arkansas to be the Primary Disciple Makers in Their Families
Author: Toby Michael Havens
Publisher:
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2016
Genre: Church work with men
ISBN:

This project is designed to equip young men at First Baptist Church, Sherwood, Arkansas, to be the primary spiritual leaders in their homes. Chapter 1 introduces the ministry context, along with the purpose, goals, rationale, definitions, limitations, delimitations, and research methodologies of the project. Chapter 2 provides the biblical and theological basis for a man's spiritual leadership within the home. A thorough exegesis of Ephesians 4:19-6:4 demonstrates that God has both called and equipped men in their roles as husbands and fathers to lead their families to treasure Jesus Christ. Chapter 3 offers practical guidance for how a man can lead his family to treasure Jesus Christ. Particular emphasis is placed upon developing personal practices that honor Christ, establishing a home that is saturated with God's Word, ensuring the home is gospel-centered, and developing an intentional spiritual growth plan for the family. Chapter 4 provides the details of the three phases of project implementation, including an initial preparation phase, a teaching phase, and a follow-up phase. Chapter 5 offers an evaluation of the results of the project, theological and personal reflections, key takeaways, and next steps.

DiscipleShift

DiscipleShift
Author: Jim Putman
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2013-04-23
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310492637

Question: What is the God-given purpose of the local church? Answer: Relational discipleship. DiscipleShift walks you through five key "shifts" that churches must make to refocus on the fundamental biblical mission of discipleship. These intentional changes will attract the world and empower your church members to be salt and light in their communities. Over the last thirty years, many influential church leaders and church planters in America have adopted various models for reaching unchurched people. While many of these approaches have merit, something is still missing, something even more fundamental to the mission of the church: discipleship. Making disciples—helping people to trust and follow Jesus—is the church's God-given mandate. Devoted disciples attract people outside the church because of the change others see in their Christ-like lives. And discipleship empowers Christians to be more like Christ as they intentionally develop relationships with non-believers. Through biblical and professional insights, Jim Putman and Bobby Harrington discuss the transformational effectiveness of making disciples and just how to do so, in practical terms. You’ll learn: The specific roles of a disciple-making pastor. The components of person-to-person discipleship. How each ministry in your church leads to discipleship. How to implement discipleship in your church. Disciple-making leaders will not produce perfect churches, but they will create effective churches.

Intentional Parenting

Intentional Parenting
Author: Tad Thompson
Publisher: Cruciform Press
Total Pages: 70
Release: 2011-02
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 193676010X

There are literally thousands of books available on how to live various aspects of the Christian life. Of these, at least a couple of dozen pertaining to family life and child training are well worth reading. This is not one of those books. This book is designed to help you take those other books, as well as all the sermons, teachings, and exhortations you have received on child training and leadership in the home, and make sense of it all. Pastor Tad Thompson has assembled a biblical approach to effective family discipleship. Let him share it with you in this clear, encouraging, accessible book. This is not another book of tactics and techniques. It is a book of strategy for parents who want to be intentional about discipleship in the home.

Intentional

Intentional
Author: Brandon Guindon
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2023-09-12
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310155215

"Go and Make Disciples" will become more than a church slogan as the power of Jesus's command transforms our lives. Jesus Christ intentionally discipled twelve people every day for three and a half years and then commanded us to go and make disciples as well. And he empowered us by sending us the indwelling Holy Spirit to guide us. The early church thrived and expanded by imitating the intentional relational methods Jesus modeled, yet somewhere along the way we lost sight of the simple truth that Jesus' methods of disciple making are as holy as his message. Today, churches and their leaders relentlessly pursue innovation of the next new idea that will somehow capture the attention of the spiritually lost, yet very few Christians know how to walk out a day-to-day lifestyle of intentional disciple making. Rather than looking for something new, Intentional equips you to imitate the methodology Jesus modeled for us. Drawing from decades of experience making disciples, pastor Brandon Guindon equips you by introducing the eight principles of disciple making and practically showing you how to apply them in everyday life. Personal stories of success and failure in discipling relationships illustrate how we must be personally committed to consistently living out the values that Jesus modeled. Brandon also examines the obstacles in our lives that prevent us from imitating the ancient ways of Christ, sharing practical steps for approaching relationships differently and viewing the world through a Kingdom oriented lens.

Intentional Fatherhood

Intentional Fatherhood
Author: Adam Sculnick
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

In "Intentional Fatherhood," fathers embark on a transformative quest, delving into the heart of the Gospel for a deeper understanding of what it means to be and to teach their sons to be faithful disciples of Jesus Christ. This isn't just a book; it's a tactical guide, illuminating the path to stronger relationships and Gospel-centered living. *Unveil the intricacies of God's love, the depths of redemption, and the purpose of a life lived in gratitude. With insights that draw from a rich Christian tradition and timeless biblical truths, this book equips fathers to share the message of the Gospel with clarity, purpose, and love. As they guide their sons, they embark on a journey of spiritual discovery and transformation, nurturing the next generation of faithful believers. Whether you're new to the Gospel or seeking to deepen your faith, "Intentional Fatherhood" offers guidance, inspiration, and a pathway toward a life lived in full devotion. Join the ranks of fathers who have chosen to embrace intentional discipleship, strengthening the bond with their sons and leaving a legacy of faith that will transcend generations. Get ready to embrace the transformative power of discipleship, deepen your relationship to your kids, and experience the radical power of the Gospel like never before.