1. As we individually evaluate our understanding and personal effective in evangelism, what is the one question Coleman says is of the utmost importance to ask? Why do you think he poses such a question?
2. Look up 2 Timothy 2:2. How is this similar to Jesus' approach?
1. What are some of the guidelines that helped Jesus select disciples? What did He look for in the men he was to disciple? (Read Acts 4:13 to gain additional insight)
2. It is said Christ desired to disciple FAT men, not referring to size but to character (Faithful, Available, Teachable). How can you tell if a person has these qualities?
1. “Contrary to what one might expect, as the ministry of Christ lengthened into the second and third years, He gave increasingly more time to the chosen disciples, not less.” (p. 40) Why do you think He did this? Why do you think this was so important to Him?
2. To illustrate the point of association, chapters 8 and 9 of Luke include several examples of the disciples being with Him, and observing Him as He ministers to others. List several of these
examples. (Divide into 2 groups & choose a chapter. Write down what they were doing together & what you think the 12 learned from the experience.)
1. What is your definition of a disciple?
2. Why are so many who claim to be Christians stunted in their growth and not effectively sharing their faith?
1. In your own words, explain the necessity of selfless love on behalf of the Christian if others are to be influenced.
2. How did Jesus impart to His disciples a full understanding of the depth of His love for the lost world?
1. Coleman focused on Jesus teaching about prayer, the scriptures, and evangelism through demonstration. These are without an essential part of His ministry. What other things did Jesus demonstrate for the Disciples?
2. Why do you think He chose to teach this way?
1. There are obvious benefits and dangers of delegation. What are some of these?
2. List some ministry opportunities you could delegate to a new Christian or disciple.
1. After Jesus sent out the 12, they met back together to discuss what happened. Why was this important to Jesus and to the growth of the men? See Mark 6:30, Luke 9:10.
2. It is normal to get varied responses when sharing the gospel. It happened to Jesus. It happened to the apostle Paul. We can be assured it will happen to us too. In Acts 17:32-34 we
see three very different responses to the gospel in Athens. Read the passage and record the three responses below.
1. “A barren Christian is a contradiction” In your own words, explain why fruit is an expectation?
2. If an impartial observer was examining your life, what would he conclude was your mission in life?
