Growing in Christ

by Brett Eastman, Dee Eastman, Todd Wendorff, Denise Wendorff, Karen Lee-Thorpe

• ISBN13: 9780310249856
• ISBN10: 0310249856
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-03-01
• Publisher: Harpercollins Christian Pub

Summary

Our world these days is so hectic, so complex. Where do we turn for wisdom and guidance in navigating the ins and outs of life? There are many voices to listen to and many examples to follow, but we really need look no further than the Author of Life, Jesus. He taught and lived a way of life that was purposeful and pleasing to God. These six sessions will show you the value and the nature of a life of discipleship, as modeled by Jesus. Experiencing Christ Together helps your group explore the five biblical purposes that make up a high-impact Christian life -fellowship, discipleship, ministry, evangelism, and worship. Jesus perfectly lived out God's purposes for his life, and he taught his followers how to do the same. As you walk in the footsteps of those first disciples by listening to and watching Jesus through these studies, you and your group will be transformed. One small group leader put it this way: "The Experiencing Christ Together series has motivated me more than any other Bible study that I have ever been to. This Bible study gets to the heart of the matter-my character in Christ-and that has created action on my part."

Table of Contents

Read Me First	7	(6)
SESSION 1 The Treasure of Discipleship	13	(11)
SESSION 2 The Power of the Desert	24	(12)
Personal Health Plan	34	(2)
SESSION 3 Pressing the Pause Button	36	(9)
SESSION 4 Persistent Prayer	45	(9)
SESSION 5 Building on a Solid Foundation	54	(8)
SESSION 6 Where's Your Treasure?	62	(9)
APPENDIX
Frequently Asked Questions	71	(3)
LIFE TOGETHER Agreement	74	(2)
Small Group Calendar	76	(1)
Team Roles	77	(3)
Personal Health Assessment	80	(2)
Personal Health Plan	82	(2)
Sample Personal Health Plan	84	(2)
Journaling 101	86	(1)
Bible Reading Plan: 30 Days through the Gospel of John	87	(2)
Leading for the First Time	89	(2)
Hosting an Open House	91	(1)
EXPERIENCING CHRIST TOGETHER in a Sunday School Setting	92	(2)
A Simple Retreat Plan	94	(3)
LEADER'S NOTES	97	(14)
About the Authors	111	(1)
Small Group Roster	112