Quotes about Discipleship

Christians are called to distinguish themselves as Christ followers, not community organizers.

Learn to keep close to [Jesus], to listen to His voice, and follow Him.

Evangelism is more than simply encouraging decisions for Christ. It is urging people to become disciples—followers—of Jesus Christ. As such, the evangelist has a responsibility to make growth in discipleship possible for those who come to faith under his ministry.

We aren't only called to become Christians; we are also called to be Christians.

We have made Christianity too easy.

The men upon whose shoulders rested the initial responsibility of Christianizing the world came to Jesus with one supreme request. They did not say, "Lord, teach us to preach"; "Lord, teach us to do miracles"; or "Lord, teach us to be wise"... but they said, "Lord, teach us to pray.

As Christians, we are not to get our worlds mixed up... We are not to mingle with the world, but we are to witness to the world.

As for the world system of evil, we are to be separated from it. This then is our problem: to associate with and love those who are involved in the world without being contaminated, influenced, or swayed by them. This distinction can be achieved only by a close walk with Christ, by constant prayer, and by seeking the Holy Spirit's leadership every hour of the day. We are in the world, but the world is not to be in us.

Jesus told His disciples that the "world," meaning the world system, the political and social order organized apart from God, will despise Christians.

The feet of the Christian need to tread the narrow path that the Savior trod, keeping in step with Him.

Too many people want to have one foot in the world and one foot in the kingdom of God, and it is like straddling a fence. You are not happy either way. Declare yourself for Christ.

When the church lives out its mission, it will be founded on the gospel, evidence true discipleship, positively impact society, and become the body of Christ in whatever cultural context it develops. Ministry will be done. Jesus will be worshiped as supreme above all else.