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Being a minister means having to deal with a multitude of tasks to support the church and in the midst of it all, you might neglect the most important duty – discipleship.  Discipleship, or helping fellow Christians follow Christ properly, requires an extensive amount of time and focus.  It’s not just about how many are in your congregation, it’s about having meaningful relationships with those that attend church and supporting their faith.  Here are a few ways you can help discipleship flourish in your ministry.

 

Do you remember how Jesus taught his disciples?  He would have them participate in occasions like the last supper or the sermon on the mountain.  One idea worth trying is to divide your congregation into small groups and have them take part in activities such as going on a hike or studying the Bible.  As members work together, they will likely connect more and share what has enhanced their faith.

Another great way of encouraging interaction is to have church members take part in the discussions on ministry websites and social media.  When they share experiences and answer questions from others, they are more inclined to build long lasting bonds which are vital in true discipleship!

 

Naturally, people will choose to connect with others who are closest to their age.  This often happens in church groups but it’s not good for discipleship.  Different generations might have helpful advice to share with each other but this exchange of information may never happen unless you encourage them to come together.

For instance, old couples might have marriage insights to share with young couples.  When these two groups are together, encourage them to share what techniques have helped the most so the generation gap is bridged.  On occasion, evaluate the impact of these tactics by following ministry websites to know if you are helping others live righteously.