BE DISCIPLED INSTITUTE Podcast

Disciple Making Series

Episode: The Great Commission P1

Presented by DiscipleMakers Dialogue.

Presenters: Steve Timothy Pittman- Reconcile Men's Ministries

Barry Howard DeHart- DiscipleMakers Dialogue

Barry Scott Young- BE DISCIPLED INSTITUTE

In this series: We discuss Matthew 28:19-20, and the difference in salvation and making disciples.

Key Takeaways- The church has become disconnected from the Great Commission to make disciples. Only around 5% of believers are actively discipling others. There is a need to refocus on developing deep relationships and living out discipleship daily, not just attending weekly services. Topics- Examining Matthew 28:19-20 Jesus is giving them authority and the command to make disciples This involves both evangelism (v19) and teaching obedience to Christ's commands (v20), which is discipleship. The Church's Disconnect from Discipleship The church has become distracted from its core mission of making disciples. Focus has shifted to church programs, gatherings, and the individual's needs rather than discipleship. Only around 5% of believers are actively making disciples according to Barna research.

The Need for Relationship Discipleship happens through daily sharing life, not just weekly services. It requires vulnerability, intentionality, and sharing what God is doing. The church should embody being the "bride of Christ" in intimate relationship with Him.