{"id":261421,"date":"2025-01-16T09:57:41","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T16:57:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dare2share.org\/?p=261421"},"modified":"2025-02-06T13:49:47","modified_gmt":"2025-02-06T20:49:47","slug":"from-disciple-to-disciple-maker","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dare2share.org\/gospel-advancing-ministry\/from-disciple-to-disciple-maker\/","title":{"rendered":"From Disciple to Disciple-Maker: Cultivating a Gospel Movement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Every follower of Jesus<\/strong> is called to grow in their faith, but the journey doesn\u2019t stop there. The real impact of the Gospel is multiplied when believers move beyond personal growth and step into the role of disciple-makers<\/strong><\/a>. This shift isn’t just about deepening our relationship with Christ\u2014it’s about actively sharing our faith and investing in others to do the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide will explore the key steps, principles, and practices that youth pastors can take to help their students make this essential transition, so they can effectively carry out the mission Jesus gave us in Matthew 28:18-20<\/a>\u2014to make disciples of all nations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why It Matters: Ensuring the Movement Keeps Growing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Becoming a disciple-maker in youth ministry isn\u2019t just a next step\u2014it\u2019s essential. It\u2019s how we keep the Gospel alive and active<\/strong> in today\u2019s world. As each person is equipped to disciple others, the reach of the Gospel multiplies, creating a legacy of faith that\u2019s strong enough to withstand challenges and big enough to spread far and wide. Each time a youth pastor helps a student move from being a disciple<\/strong> to becoming a disciple-maker, we\u2019re not just growing their faith<\/strong>\u2014we\u2019re building a global community of Gospel-advancing believers<\/strong> who are ready to carry the mission forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ripple Effect: Multiplying the Gospel Impact<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When discipleship is a major focus in your ministry and you begin to create disciples who become disciple-makers, the Gospel\u2019s impact doesn\u2019t just add up\u2014it multiplies<\/strong>. As you disciple the teens in your ministry, students will shares the Gospel and train<\/strong> someone else to do the same, and that will set off a chain reaction of faith. Suddenly, it\u2019s not just one person being reached, it\u2019s an ever-expanding network of new believers who are equipped to keep the movement going<\/a>. This is how we spark spiritual revivals<\/strong> on a global scale!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Transition: What It Looks Like to Become a Disciple-Maker<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Helping students make the move from disciple to disciple-maker takes intentional effort, but it\u2019s totally doable. Show them that it starts with being committed to your personal walk with Jesus\u2014through prayer, studying the Bible, and living out your faith. But it doesn\u2019t stop there. You\u2019ve got to find mentors, stay accountable, and learn how to share your faith in a way that\u2019s real and relatable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to regularly help your students know this transition isn\u2019t just a solo journey\u2014it\u2019s a team effort<\/a>. It\u2019s about connecting with others<\/strong> and building authentic relationships. You can create a space where students can grow in their faith and help others<\/strong> do the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teach your <\/strong>students these principles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n