What is a disciple according to Jesus?

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:43:38 GMT

In this episode, we consider the markers that Jesus said His disciples will have.

Jesus said the following of those who would be His disciples:

1. They will abide in His word

2. They will love one another

3. They will bear fruit

4. They will be His witnesses

5. They will be totally committed to His mission

In addition, we see the progression of disciples:

Believing Him
Obeying His teachings
Bearing fruit
Making disciples of Him

To learn more, the Bible verses referenced in this episode are:

Matthew 7:24-27

Matthew 5, 6, & 7

John 8:31

John 13:34-35

John 15:8

Matthew 28:19-20

Acts 1:8

Luke 9:23-26,14:25-33

Mark 8:34-38

Matthew 10:37,16:24-27

Mark 3:31-35

Matthew 12:46-50

Luke 8:19-21

What was the view of discipleship when Jesus started His ministry?

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:10:06 GMT

In this initial episode, we consider what it meant to be a disciple at the time Jesus called His first disciples. We consider the historical context of disciples in the Jewish culture and what it meant during that time in Jewish history.

To learn more, the Bible verses referenced in this episode are:

2 Kings 2:5-7

2 Kings 6:1-7

John 9:28

Acts 5:33-41

John 19:12

Luke 24:13-21

Acts 1:6-8

Luke 6:46 Discipleship Ministry

What is a disciple according to Jesus?

What was the view of discipleship when Jesus started His ministry?