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The Biblical Response: Paul's Discipleship Model


The discipleship model of Paul describes how he established and disciple the churches in a variety of locales during his lifetime. His lessons, connections, prayer, suffering, objectives, example, team, trust, time, and the God’s power through him were 10 major factors in his ministry that led to effective discipleship. All of these factors combine to create one of history's most dominant discipleship tactics.

By looking at Paul's discipleship model, we may understand how we might enhance our own process and begin to experience the same dramatic change that Paul did. Paul did a lot in his lifetime, thanks to the Holy Spirit, and if we can learn how, we may apply those tactics to our own discipleship practices, we can do the same.

Paul's Instructions

As proclaimed and expanded upon in his letters, Paul's discipleship model included a large amount of instruction. His letters largely intended to address any concerns that arose in the church after his departure, as well as continue to disciple long after he had left.

Paul didn't just give them a list of dos and don'ts; he took the time to explain what it meant to serve God, how Jesus lived his life, and how it related to them.

Establishing Long-Term Relationships


One thing that stands out in all of Paul's writings is his genuine concern for the congregations to whom he was writing. He genuinely wanted them to prosper and grow, and he had developed close bonds with every one of them.

His paradigm prioritizes relationships, and we can see how much he cared for the church there. Their bond, he says, is analogous to that of a parent rearing a kid. Discipleship is made more meaningful by relationships. We are not only teaching others how to have a connection with God, but we are also modeling that connection for them by how we treat one another.

Continued Prayer


Prayer is an essential component of any ministry, and Paul's is no exception. In several of his letters, Jesus emphasizes the need of regular prayer for the people, as well as encouraging the people to pray constantly.

The fruits of this may be seen in the churches' perseverance and strong faith. While they continued to face challenges in numerous areas, many of them were identified and recognized as having a faith that spread over the globe.

Be Up Front About Your Suffering


Many Christians today have lost sight of what it means to be persecuted for their religion. Some people have gotten so complacent that they are no longer identifiable from the rest of the world. However, the Bible repeatedly teaches that while seeking a relationship with God, pain is to be expected. Paul was well-versed in this situation. Throughout his ministry, he was stoned, assaulted, and imprisoned several times, yet he never wavered in his beliefs.

Paul's Desire for His Followers

Goals are vital in all domains of endeavor, and they have always been. However, we often overlook the fact that this principle also applies to discipleship. When goals aren't kept in mind, the discipleship process becomes disorganized, and the disciples appear aimless. Paul's technique does not reflect this aimlessness. Paul had a vision of the churches to which he served being completely committed to the cause of Christ and beginning to grow independently. We know what we're working towards and have a sense of purpose when we have a goal in mind.


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