By“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,” - Matthew 28:19 NKJV
Discipleship is a laborious aspect of ministry. One of the primary duties of the Church is to disciple people, both new converts and maturing Christians. When Jesus was about to ascend to heaven, He told the apostles (excluding Judas Iscariot) to go and make disciples of all the nations. Why? Because God wants people both to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth (1 Timothy 2:4).
It doesn’t take much effort to help another person to get saved. But it takes much labour to disciple people. It requires the constant provision of spiritual nourishment from the Word of God, especially to new converts. All the sermons preached, the books, articles, and devotionals written, and other Christian resources are existent because of one major thing, discipleship.
As a servant of God, you shouldn’t only be interested in people getting saved. You must also be concerned about how the saved will be discipled. When over three thousand people got born again in Acts 2, the apostles hosted and discipled them (Acts 2:42-44). They didn’t let the people go. I personally believe they stayed to listen to the apostles because of the message of Christ. Over time, these people grew spiritually to the extent that they pioneered the gospel outreach during persecution (Acts 8:4).
Discipleship isn’t easy. But its benefits, when done well, are far rewarding. Remember that Jesus has sent you to go and make disciples (John 20:21). Ministers, please ensure this work gets done diligently. I pray God will empower you by the Holy Spirit to do it.
You’re a blessing.
Devotional Code: KGD // 2022 – 009
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