Posts by Mark Dever
Discipleship is Ordinary Christianity
What is your task as a Christian? If God gave you instructions for everyday ...
Nobody gets the church they want.
I've barely gotten out of bed the last few days. That's rare for me, because I...
Is the Bible too complicated for those who try to read it?
When I was 18 or 19, I finally learned to read books — not just try...
Giving and Receiving Godly Criticism: Sharpening Each Other With Words
«"Iron sharpens iron, and a person's behavior is shaped even by the gaze of his friend" (P...
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...
Does doctrine matter in poor churches?
A few years ago, I (Mike) was sitting over coffee with an old college friend of mine...
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...