Creating Your Church's Discipleship Plan
Define. Design. Develop. Together.
What would happen if your church was known as a community of healthy and mature disciples of Jesus? Imagine the transformation—lives changed, families healed, communities served, and a deep sense of purpose and joy radiating from your congregation. We all want that. But does your church have a clear plan to make that vision a reality?
The answer is complicated if you’re like most church leaders I talk to. You may feel like your church is busy—packed calendars, lots of activity—but not producing the kind of spiritual growth and transformation you long to see. That gap between effort and impact can feel discouraging and overwhelming.
Here’s the truth: Discipleship doesn’t happen by accident. Without a clear vision and pathway, it’s easy to mistake activity for effectiveness. And that’s why I created the Transformational Discipleship program—to help leaders like you build a simple and sustainable way to make disciples using a proven blueprint that you adapt to your context.
A Crisis of Clarity
When I ask pastors, “What does discipleship look like in your church?” most pause. They may describe small groups, Bible studies, or mentoring programs. But when I push deeper—asking for a clear definition of what discipleship means or what a mature disciple looks like—the answers become more uncertain.
Why does this matter? Without clarity, we risk:
Fragmented Efforts: Ministries operate in silos, each pursuing its version of discipleship.
Stagnant Growth: People attend events but don’t experience meaningful transformation.
Frustrated Leaders: Pastors and staff burn out trying to hold everything together without a cohesive strategy.
Busyness becomes a substitute for intentionality. Churches feel stuck in a cycle of doing more but seeing less fruit. And the longer this goes on, the harder it becomes to break free.
A Clear Vision for Discipleship
Clarity is a game-changer. When your church has a clear vision for discipleship, everything changes. You begin to:
Focus Your Efforts: Ministries align around a shared purpose, reducing wasted energy.
Measure Progress: You can track spiritual growth and celebrate wins.
Engage Your People: Members understand their role in the process and feel empowered to grow and serve.
This is where the Transformational Discipleship program comes in. It’s designed to help you define, design, and develop a discipleship system that transforms your church from the inside out. Let’s break that down.
1. Define Discipleship
The first step is gaining clarity. What does discipleship mean in your church? What does a mature disciple look like? These questions might seem basic, but answering them with depth and precision is revolutionary.
In Transformational Discipleship, we’ll help you:
Write a definition of discipleship that reflects your church’s unique DNA.
Identify the key characteristics of spiritual maturity.
Create a framework that ensures everyone—from new believers to seasoned leaders—is working toward the same goal.
2. Design the Pathway
Once you’ve defined discipleship, the next step is building a clear pathway to guide people from where they are to where God wants them to be. This includes:
Mapping the stages of spiritual growth.
Aligning your church’s ministries to support that growth.
Simplifying the process so it’s easy for people to take their next step.
3. Develop Leaders
Finally, we’ll equip you to develop leaders who can adapt and lead effectively in a changing world. You’ll learn how to:
Engage your leadership team in creating alignment.
Equip small group leaders to facilitate transformation.
Build a culture of discipleship that goes beyond programs.
From Frustration to Focus
Let me share a story about a pastor I’ll call Adam. When I first met Adam, he was exhausted. His church had plenty of activity—a calendar full of events and programs—but he felt like they were spinning their wheels. People showed up, but lives weren’t changing.
Through the Transformational Discipleship process, Adam realized his church had not yet clearly defined discipleship. Ministries were doing good work, but they weren’t aligned. Together, we worked on defining discipleship, designing a pathway, and engaging his team in the process.
The result? Adam’s church now has a simple, actionable plan that helps people grow in their faith. Leaders are energized. Members feel more connected. And Adam has a renewed sense of purpose.
This kind of transformation is possible for your church, too.
What Happens If You Don’t Act?
Let’s be honest: Staying stuck is easy. You can keep doing what you’ve always done, hoping for different results. But here’s the risk:
Burnout: You and your team continue to pour time and energy into efforts that don’t bear fruit.
Disengagement: Members feel unchallenged and disconnected, leading to declining attendance and involvement.
Missed Opportunities: Your church’s potential to impact your community and fulfill its mission remains untapped.
But it doesn’t have to be this way. You can lead your church into a future marked by clarity, growth, and transformation with the right tools and support.
Your Next Step: Join Our Community
If you’re ready to:
Gain clarity about what discipleship looks like in your church,
Build a pathway that helps people grow,
And equip your leaders to thrive…
then I invite you to join *Transformational Discipleship*. This program isn’t about adding more to your plate. It’s about focusing your efforts and creating a lasting impact.
Here’s what you’ll get:
Practical Tools: Resources to help you define and design your discipleship system.
Coaching Support: Guidance to navigate challenges and implement change.
Community: Connect with other leaders who share your passion for making disciples.
The program begins in February 2025, but registration is open now. Don’t wait. This is your chance to start the year with clarity and confidence.
A Final Thought
Jesus’ final command was to make disciples of all nations. This is our mission. And it’s too important to leave to chance. Your church has the potential to be a place where people grow, thrive, and live out their faith in transformative ways. But it starts with a clear vision.
Let’s make 2025 the year your church steps fully into its calling. I’m here to help you every step of the way.
PS - I have five spots left for our Spring group that begins in February. If you’re interested in getting started this spring, set up a call, and I’ll help you make the best decision for you and your church.
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