![]() Here are some of the topics covered in the book: The book contains a step-by-step process for growing in your faith and leading others to do the same. Why is Growing Up different than other books on discipleship? My book takes the guesswork out of growing closer to the Lord and equipping others to do the same. At Brainerd Baptist, the church I pastor, we have seen the amount of people involved in discipleship groups grow from a handful in 2008 to over 1,000 expected this January. The information in the book has been tried and tested in a church setting. Although I have read a lot of great books that describe the philosophy and theory of making disciples, I have often been left wondering after reading, “Now what?”Īfter being discipled, I thought to myself, “If I had a manual for making disciples that was easy to understand and simple to implement, I would not have wandered for so long.” After a decade of research, I wrote Growing Up: How to Be A Disciple Who Makes Disciples as a way of sharing my findings. Since then, I have read nearly every book on discipleship, searching for answers to my questions. Two men took the time to invest in my life: David Platt-author of Radical and Follow Me, as well as the Foreword of my book-and Tim Lafleur. My upbringing did not promote Scripture reading, memorization, or unrehearsed prayer. For several months, I wandered aimlessly in my Christian life, uncertain of how to proceed. The Lord set me free from a three-year battle with drugs. In 2002, I experienced a Paul-like conversion after surrendering my life to Christ. Robby, why you are so passionate about making disciples? Here’s a quick interview with Robby about Growing Up Book: I’m impressed with Robby’s story and want you to know about his work. My prayer is that this resource from my friend and brother might be used in the hand of God.A pastor friend, Robby Gallaty, releases a new book this month on making disciples. “I want to encourage you as clearly as I possibly can. Robby is intentional about making disciples who will make disciples.” “I’ve had the wonderful privilege of sitting under the teaching of this man. He writes as a practitioner, not a theoretician.” “Invigorating! What makes the book so refreshing is the author’s own experience of discipleship. “Growing Up is church tested, scripturally rich, and worth your time.” Grow In Your Walk with Christ–Defend Your Faith–Lead Others in the Journey! I share my story of how God radically saved me from a life of drugs and alcohol in Chapter 1. My life has been impacted immensely through discipling relationships. These principles have been tried and tested over the past decade in various discipleship groups. God’s Word, which He promised would never return void, imparts faith and produces a life change. This book is built on solid biblical principles. How can I promise that this book will change your Life? As a manual for making disciples, Growing Up is a resource that you can use for years to come. The difference between an addition and multiplication strategy Īnswers to commonly asked questions about disciple-making ĭo not read this book and then discard it. Six questions every believer MUST be able to answer One spiritual discipline that every disciple should be practicing Why a D-Group of 3 to 5 is more effective than an 1-on-1 relationship How to begin, lead, and reproduce a D-Group (i.e., Discipleship Group) Three essential relationships every believer must be fostering This book has the potential to change your life!In Growing Up, you will learn: Growing Up takes the guesswork out of growing closer to the Lord and equipping others to do the same. Now I want to share my findings with you. Since then I have read nearly every book on discipleship, searching for answers to my questions. Two men took the time to invest in my life (David Platt–author of Radical and Follow Me, as well as the Foreword of my book–and Tim Lafleur). I realized the importance and power of discipleship. * I read the Scriptures, but didn’t know how to apply them. * I wanted to hide God’s word in my heart, but lacked a plan for memorization. * I had friends at Church, but lacked deep relationships with anyone. ![]() * I wanted to share my faith with others, but didn’t know where to start. * I heard others pray, but didn’t know how to communicate with God. * I owned a Bible, but didn’t understand it. There was a time in my life when I wanted to grow in my faith but just didn’t know how. This book has the potential to change your life! ![]()
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