Our Lord Jesus invites us to be His disciple. He wants us to know the Word, experience His Word and teach others how to live by His Word. A disciple literally means a learner, a student and a follower. Our salvation occurs at the moment when, after having received the Gospel message, we put our faith in Christ as our Lord and Savior. While this experience may be instantaneous, discipleship must be learned by being taught the Word of God. As we become Christ’s disciples, we then disciple others. Thus discipleship is a way of life. Discipleship necessitates that we continue in the Word.
Our Lord Jesus said, “If ye continue in my Word, then are ye my disciples indeed.” (John 8:31)
What is at the heart of our discipleship program? To glorify our Heavenly Father by equipping God’s people to bear much fruit. Jesus also said, “Herein is my Father glorified…so shall ye be my disciples.” (John 15:8)