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Question: What is the God-given purpose of the local church? Answer: Relational discipleship. DiscipleShift walks you through five key "shifts" that churches must make to refocus on the fundamental biblical mission of discipleship. These intentional changes will attract the world and empower your church members to be salt and light in their communities.Over the last thirty years, many influential church leaders and church planters in America have adopted various models for reaching unchurched people. While many of these approaches have merit, something is still missing, something even more fundamental to the mission of the church: discipleship.Making disciples—helping people to trust and follow Jesus—is the church's God-given mandate. Devoted disciples attract people outside the church because of the change others see in their Christ-like lives. And discipleship empowers Christians to be more like Christ as they intentionally develop relationships with non-believers.Through biblical and professional insights, Jim Putman and Bobby Harrington discuss the transformational effectiveness of making disciples and just how to do so, in practical terms. You’ll learn:The specific roles of a disciple-making pastor.The components of person-to-person discipleship.How each ministry in your church leads to discipleship.How to implement discipleship in your church.Disciple-making leaders will not produce perfect churches, but they will create effective churches.

Question: What is the God-given purpose of the local church?

Answer: Relational discipleship.

DiscipleShift walks you through five key "shifts" that churches must make to refocus on the fundamental biblical mission of discipleship. These intentional changes will attract the world and empower your church members to be salt and light in their communities.

Over the last thirty years, many influential church leaders and church planters in America have adopted various models for reaching unchurched people. While many of these approaches have merit, something is still missing, something even more fundamental to the mission of the church: discipleship.

Making disciples—helping people to trust and follow Jesus—is the church''s God-given mandate. Devoted disciples attract people outside the church because of the change others see in their Christ-like lives. And discipleship empowers Christians to be more like Christ as they intentionally develop relationships with non-believers.

Through biblical and professional insights, Jim Putman and Bobby Harrington discuss the transformational effectiveness of making disciples and just how to do so, in practical terms. You’ll learn:

The specific roles of a disciple-making pastor.The components of person-to-person discipleship.How each ministry in your church leads to discipleship.How to implement discipleship in your church.

Disciple-making leaders will not produce perfect churches, but they will create effective churches.

The statistics are sobering: between 80 and 90 percent of kids who have grown up in the church are leaving the church after age eighteen. Children slipping away into a culture that tells them the Bible isn't true, sin is no big deal, God isn't real, or there are many ways to get into heaven. Whether parents may blame themselves or the culture, the result is the same: lost souls.But our God specializes in lost souls and the gospel is as powerful as it ever was. With wisdom that comes from personal experience, Jim Putman and his father, Bill Putman, offer brokenhearted parents and loved ones hope for their prodigals. A prodigal son himself, Jim has also found himself in the role of the prodigal's father when his own son rejected the faith. This family's powerful story of restoration, along with solid biblical truths and practical advice, will inspire, motivate, and equip readers to go after their lost sheep with acts of love and service.

Now available in trade paper, Church Is a Team Sport shows proven ways to push believers, new and mature, toward growth as both Christians--and leaders. Through this powerful, thought-provoking volume, ministers both in the congregation and on staff will discover how to expand the church one soul at a time. Making disciples is the crux of pastor Jim Putman''s message.The plan works. Caring for people, following up on stray sheep, and teaching what it means to love God and obey him. That''s how Church Is a Team Sport transforms Christians from Monday-morning quarterbacks into dynamic players.

The statistics are sobering: between 80 and 90 percent of kids who have grown up in the church are leaving the church after age eighteen. Children slipping away into a culture that tells them the Bible isn''t true, sin is no big deal, God isn''t real, or there are many ways to get into heaven. Whether parents may blame themselves or the culture, the result is the same: lost souls.But our God specializes in lost souls and the gospel is as powerful as it ever was. With wisdom that comes from personal experience, Jim Putman and his father, Bill Putman, offer brokenhearted parents and loved ones hope for their prodigals. A prodigal son himself, Jim has also found himself in the role of the prodigal''s father when his own son rejected the faith. This family''s powerful story of restoration, along with solid biblical truths and practical advice, will inspire, motivate, and equip readers to go after their lost sheep with acts of love and service.

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Reform the way small groups make disciples.

This companion training manual to Real-Life Discipleship provides unique guidance and insight to pastors, church leaders, and their disciples as they work to create an effective discipleship program. With a thorough, results-oriented process that can be applied in other contexts and cultures, this manual explains the necessary components of disciple-making so that every church member can play a part in reaching others for Christ. A great leader’s resource, it shows you how to cultivate new leaders for the future and equip them to make disciples.

This manual includes these teaching tools:

Activities and questions that teach an effective, Christlike approach to discipleshipTraining on how to identify, recruit, and develop gifted leaders from within your church fellowshipAn explanation of the role of personal relationships in making disciples

Part of following Jesus is reaching out to others and sharing what we believe. Develop the heart of a disciple-maker in the members of your small group and help them follow God’s call to go and make disciples.

Unlock Spiritual Growth with The Disciple’s Journey!

Embark on a transformative journey of spiritual growth. From the creators of the popular Real-Life Discipleship resources comes a workbook designed for individual Christians seeking to integrate Jesus’ message into their modern lives. This comprehensive resource offers a structured pathway across five key spheres:

Abiding/Relationship with GodChurchHome/FamilyWorld/WorkSpiritual WarfareBy exploring biblical principles through the lens of Ephesians, this workbook provides practical insights, tools, and applications that ensures transformational growth. Key Features include:12-week structured program for guided spiritual growth,Daily sessions and self-evaluation questions for deeper reflection,Adaptable to individual or group study, fostering community engagement,

Experience personal growth, community engagement, and fulfillment in living out your faith in every sphere of life. Get started now and unlock the full potential of discipleship.

Do you long for a genuine Christian community?

Many of us experience loneliness and isolation, even in our church communities. Churches often emphasize increasing knowledge rather than encouraging believers to foster deep, authentic connections that reflect the heart of God. We sometimes forget that both are important if we want to experience vibrant spiritual growth.

In The Power of Together, Jim Putman invites you to develop deeper, more meaningful relationships within your church community and to move beyond superficial interactions to form genuine bonds. Putman draws on his extensive pastoral experience to offer a compelling blueprint for spiritual growth that goes beyond individual practices. Discover how God can use you to make a significant impact in your community.

This insightful guide to relational discipleship includes:

Practical Insights: Gain actionable advice and real-life examples from Jim Putman’s many years of pastoral experience.Biblical Foundations: Rediscover the true meaning of love and relationships.Relational Discipleship Model: Learn how genuine relationships within the Christian community can enhance your spiritual journey.A Comprehensive Resource: Part of the Real Life Discipleship Resource Line, this resource provides a cohesive approach to discipleship.