Tag: discipleship
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The Cost of Non-Discipleship
In addition to telling people the cost of following Jesus, preachers need to be honest about the cost of not following Jesus.
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Count the Cost of Discipleship
Following Jesus isn’t easy or pain-free. It costs something. Preachers should help their congregations learn how to count the cost of discipleship.
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Information Only Goes So Far
Preaching should go beyond simply providing information; it should facilitate spiritual transformation by partnering with Jesus to reform lives into His image.
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Spiritual Formation Tools
Hunter Bethea, co-founder of Preacher’s Block, emphasizes that sermons often do not instantly transform lives but can guide individuals toward spiritual practices. He suggests equipping congregants with tools like lectio divina or breath prayers, and highlights the importance of informing them about resources such as study Bibles to enhance their spiritual journey.
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