be a disciple

MAKE a disciple

Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Matthew 28:19-20

WELCOME TO YOUR DISCIPLESHIP HUB!

Developing dynamic disciples has always been a cornerstone of the ministry at First Baptist Church of Glenarden. Jesus commissioned His church to engage in the work of duplicating believers, and this remains our steadfast mission as a church body. Anchored by Matthew 28:19-20, we strive to create churchwide engagement through discipleship communities.

This Discipleship Hub is your comprehensive resource for all things discipleship at First Baptist Church of Glenarden. Here, you'll find key definitions, clear pathways for members to connect and grow, and vital tools to enrich your discipleship journey.

Discipleship is exposure to the knowledge of the truth; Learning and knowing the truth and applying it to one's life.

A follower of Jesus and Doer of the Word.

A follower of Christ and Doer of the Word who makes other followers of Jesus while in community.

A Godly environment where accountability support and encouragement, spiritual development take place.

BE A DISCIPLE

Being a disciple doesn't imply perfection; rather, it begins with a heartfelt desire to grow and become more like Jesus in our daily lives.

There are THREE pathways to discipleship at FBCG:

Formal Discipleship Programs: Structured initiatives that utilize specific curricula, often tailored to particular demographic groups, to guide participants in their spiritual growth. Learn more about our discipleship programs.
Ministry Community: There are 100+ opportunities to serve, receive instruction & support, or pursue an interest while growing with others. Search our ministry finder.
Organic Community: Outside of FBCG, discipleship opportunities exist among personal groups of friends, family, and/or associates.

MAKE A DISCIPLE

Making disciples doesn’t have to be difficult. It’s easy! It’s all about forming relationships and doing life together. Pray and ask God to show you who you are to disciple.

Ideas on ways to make a disciple include the following:

Invite someone to worship with you and then use the Discipleship Moment to engage in conversation in the upcoming week.
Schedule regular meet-ups using a Devotional or Bible Plan.
Identify opportunities to 'do life' with those on your F.R.A.N.C.E.S (Friends, Relatives, Acquaintances, Neighbors, Co-workers, Enemies, Strangers) list.

In your discipleship encounters, remember to use the B.L.E.S.S model as your guide in getting started!

B - Begin with Prayer

L - Listen with Care

E - Eat Together

S - Serve in Love

S - Share Your Story