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How Jesus Transformed An Intellectual Philosophy Major Named R.C. Sproul
*This article was published in the Introduction to the book Reason To Believe (originally published in 1978 as
Posted by lifecoach4God on March 21, 2012 in Biographies, Book Excerpts, Christian Testimonies, R.C. Sproul
Tags: Christian Testimony, Conversion, Dr. R.C. Sproul, How Christ found R.C. Sproul, How R.C. Sproul came to Christ, Intellectual Inquiry, Journey of Faith, Pilgrimage, R. C. Sproul, RC Sproul, Reasonable Faith, Sproul, transformation in Christ
Profiles of a Convert, Disciple, Worker & Leader
WHAT DO CONVERTS, DISCIPLES, WORKERS, AND LEADERS LOOK LIKE?
((Adapted from Leroy Eims, The Lost Art of Disciple Making, pp. 184-186)
Profile of a Convert:
- Gives evidence of possessing new life (2 Cor. 5:17)
- Attitude toward Christ is now favorable.
- Attitude toward sin is unfavorable.
Profile of a Growing Disciple:
- As a follower of Jesus Christ, places Christ first in the major areas of life and is taking steps to separate from sin (Luke 9:23; Romans 12:1-2).
- Continues in the Word through such means as Bible study and Scripture memory; is regular in applying the Word to life with the help of the Holy Spirit (John 8:31; James 1:22-25; Psalm 119:59).
- Maintains a consistent devotional life and is growing in faith and intercessory prayer (Mark 1:35; Hebrews 11:6; Colossians 4:2-4).
- Attends church regularly and demonstrates Christ’s love by identifying with and serving other believers (Psalm 122:1; Heb. 10:25; John 13:34-35; 1 John 4:20-21; Galatians 5:13).
- Is openly identified with Jesus Christ where he or she lives and works, manifests a heart for witnessing, gives testimony clearly, and presents the gospel regularly with increasing effectiveness (Matt. 5:16; Col. 4:6; 1 Peter 3:15).
- A learner who is open and teachable (Acts 17:11).
- A visible follower and learner of Jesus Christ, and demonstrates consistency and faithfulness in all of the above areas (Luke 16:10).
Profile of a Worker
- Evidences growth in the virtues and skills outlined above (1 Peter 3:18).
- Shows a growing compassion for the lost and demonstrates ability to lead others into a personal relationship with Christ (Matt. 9:36-38; Rom. 1:6).
- Being used of God to establish believers who have become disciples, either personally or in a discipling group context (Col. 1:28-29).
- Is currently engaged in the task of making disciples (Matt. 28:19).
- Regular intake of the Word by all means and the quiet time are now regular habits (Philippians 4:9).
Profile of a Leader
- Is an equipped worker who evidences growth in the virtues and skills listed above.
- Has been used of God to help disciples become workers.
- Is banding and leading workers in evangelizing the lost and establishing believers.
- Displays faithfulness and integrity in balancing life and ministry.
Time Element: Convert to disciple – 2 years; Disciple to worker – 2 years; Worker to leader – 3 years.
Posted by lifecoach4God on March 9, 2012 in Charts, Coaching Resources, Leadership, Spiritual Life
Tags: Conversion, Discipleship, Leadership Development, Leroy Eims, Making Disciples, Making Multiplying Disciples, Profile of a Christian Convert, Profile of a Christian Disciple, Profile of a Christian Worker