What really is a Disciple?

This video is definitely food for thought about church.  Even though great preaching and great worship are great.... the MOST important thing in church is RELATIONSHIPS.  And the most important thing in a relationship with God is the CHANGE that takes place inside of us.

I love:  LOVE, LIBERATE, LEAD, & LAUNCH.  But how can we really LOVE people in our church...if we don't even KNOW them?  REALLY KNOW them?  When is the last time someone from your church was in your home....or you in theirs? Real relationships take place OUTSIDE of the foyer, and INSIDE of your life.



This is Discipling

Discipling our Children

Walter A. Henrichsen writes, “Discipling must begin with our children if it is ever to affect the rest of our culture. Before we go looking for people to disciple, we should start with our own families. For a few short years, God has entrusted our children to our care. Whether for good or bad, we will mark them for eternity.”


I want to do more than teach my children Bible Stories and bedtime prayers.  I am looking for tools to help me.  I found this blog this week that I am making sure to bookmark and keep up with.


www.discipleblog.com


It is all about DISCIPLING kids.  Love it.  I have ordered their curriculum before when I was teaching in Children's Ministry - but now I am exploring how I might order their materials to use in personal devotions with our kids.  So much of what I find in the bookstores is not comprehensive, doesn't focus on application, or is over their heads.  I will be sure and post what I find out on my blog for any who are interested!