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Discipleship Guides & Resources

Practical wisdom for walking with someone toward Jesus. Tips for individuals and church leaders alike.

For Church Leaders

The Hidden Cost of No Discipleship Strategy: What Every Pastor Should Know

Church leaders focus on budgets for buildings and programs--but what about the cost of NOT investing in discipleship? Here's what's actually at stake.

February 24, 202612 min
For Church Leaders

Best Discipleship Software for Churches in 2026: A Complete Guide

Comprehensive comparison of discipleship tracking tools, church management systems, and specialized software. Find the right solution for your church's discipleship ministry.

February 24, 202614 min
For Church Leaders

Best Discipleship Software for Churches in 2025: A Complete Guide

Comprehensive comparison of discipleship tools for churches. What features matter, what to avoid, and how to choose the right solution for your ministry.

February 24, 202514 min
For Church Leaders

Church Management vs. Discipleship Tools: What's the Difference and Do You Need Both?

Planning Center is great for check-ins. Breeze handles your database beautifully. But neither was built to track one-on-one discipleship. Here's why specialized tools matter.

February 24, 20259 min
For Church Leaders

Discipleship Metrics: What to Track and Why It Matters for Your Church

Spiritual growth is hard to measure, but not impossible. Learn which discipleship metrics actually matter and how to track them without losing sight of what's important.

February 24, 202511 min
For Church Leaders

How to Train Volunteer Disciplers at Your Church (Without Overwhelming Them)

Most volunteers think they're not qualified to disciple. Here's a simple 2-3 session training framework that equips lay leaders without requiring a seminary degree.

February 24, 202511 min
For Church Leaders

From Sunday Attenders to Disciple-Makers: A 12-Month Church Roadmap

A quarter-by-quarter strategic plan for church leaders to build a thriving discipleship culture. Move beyond programs to sustainable multiplication.

February 24, 202514 min
For Church Leaders

The Senior Pastor's Guide to Delegating Discipleship Without Losing Quality

You can't personally disciple everyone. Here's how to empower lay leaders while maintaining the depth and accountability that produces real transformation.

February 24, 202514 min
Getting Started

How to Disciple Someone: A Complete Guide for Beginners

Step-by-step practical guide to starting a discipleship relationship. No seminary degree required -- just a willing heart.

January 15, 202412 min
Getting Started

One-on-One Discipleship: Why It's More Effective Than Small Groups Alone

Small groups are great, but they can't replace the depth of a one-on-one relationship. Here's why every believer needs both.

January 8, 20248 min
Discipleship Tips

50 Discipleship Questions to Ask in Your Next Meeting

Never run out of things to talk about. These questions cover spiritual growth, accountability, and life application.

January 1, 202415 min
For Church Leaders

How to Start a Discipleship Ministry at Your Church

A practical roadmap for church leaders who want to build a culture of one-on-one discipleship.

December 20, 202310 min
Discipleship Tips

What to Talk About in Discipleship: Topics for Every Stage of Faith

New believers need different conversations than mature leaders. Here's what to cover at each stage.

December 15, 20239 min
For Church Leaders

Why Spreadsheets Are Killing Your Church's Discipleship Program

You've tried tracking pairs in Excel. It's not working. Here's why -- and what to do instead.

December 10, 20237 min

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