Posts by Mark Dever
Why Complementarity is Important for Discipleship
Complementarity is crucial to Christian discipleship because it...
When to stop consulting?
As a pastor or counselor, how do you know when to stop counseling? During...
Jesus' Discipleship Program for Your Church
I believe that the Congregationalist model of plural church leadership is a failure...
9 factors to consider when choosing a student
Imagine two church members. Let's call them Bob and Bill. Bob is a Bible student. He loves...
The role of prayer in the discipleship relationship between sisters
«"I will pray for you!" We often say this familiar phrase to our friends...
Six Benefits of Personal Evangelism for Discipleship
«"Evangelism (the gospel) changed my life," said John, my taxi driver, while...
How to choose and plan mentoring sessions
Editor's Note: Recently, a new pastor asked a seasoned minister in his...
How a church leader can help cultivate a culture of discipleship
Build your own weekly schedule to include time for communication...
Should churches primarily view discipleship as a «program» or a «way of life»?
The church should not view discipleship as a special event or a spectacular program. Discipleship...
How can we practically make disciples for other Christians?
Joining and engaging in the community Join the church. Come to...
How does apprenticeship work?
Discipleship occurs primarily through learning and imitation. The best thing about...
The connection between evangelism and the local church
Evangelism is both a personal task and a team effort. Think of fishing...