"You've led them to Me, Now What?"-The LORD
Dear friends,
In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Amidst the dominance of busy lifestyles and modern distractions, our spiritual growth often takes a backseat. This prompts me to ask:
Where are you heading? Where are your children heading? Where are your families heading?
How will life and the world be without Jesus in the next 5-25 years?
How has your spiritual life evolved over the past five years? Has it grown, or has it stagnated?
Is your Relationship with God has become intimate, deeper, stronger, and steadfast, or is it limited to a church or Meeting centric approach?
Are you living with a sense of purpose, aligned with God's will?
You may have been a believer for many years, but have you matured as a disciple?
Perhaps you've been a disciple for a while, but are you equipping others to follow in Christ's footsteps as a disciple-maker?
As I ponder these questions, I am convinced that the answer lies in discipleship. Many believers yearn for a deeper connection with God, but struggle to mature in their faith due to a lack of guidance and support through discipleship. Consequently, they may miss out on fulfilling their God-given calling. The consequences are clear: a lack of discipleship leads to a lack of disciple-makers, hindering the fulfillment of the Great Commission.
Discipleship is the will of God, the Great Commission of Jesus, the ministry of the Holy Spirit, and the highest call of God for every believer. It's a lifestyle, a journey, and a relational experience that fosters a deeper connection with God and fellow believers. Discipleship is progressive, leading to spiritual growth and transformation. However, discipleship is often misunderstood. It's not a program or a course to be completed; it's not a curriculum or a series of lectures. It's not solely the responsibility of pastors, ministers, or evangelists.
As believers, we're called to go to people, to reach the lost, to make disciples, and to invest in the lives of those who have accepted Christ. Sadly, slothfulness in discipleship has become a pressing concern within the body of Christ. The scarcity of resources dedicated to discipleship outreach is alarming, with most funding targeting areas where churches are already established. Charitable works receive more funding than disciple-making initiatives, and few people respond to discipleship despite its importance. I'm reminded of Jesus' words: "The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few." This is why Kingdom Discipleship is dedicated to changing lives, one person at a time. Our vision is to see every person become a believer, every believer become a disciple, and every disciple become a disciple-maker.
The good news is, Your support can help bridge this gap,
accelerating the spread of the Gospel and empowering effective discipleship
outreach. The story of Mordecai and Esther inspires us to use our influence for such a
time as this. They saved their people in their time; Moses delivered people in
his time, and Nehemiah equipped people spiritually in his time. What are we
doing for our people in our time? Will you stand up today to disciple those
around you?
In 2011, my life took a dramatic turn. I was on cloud nine, having just concluded a successful crusade meeting. Hundreds of people had accepted Jesus as their personal Savior, and I was basking in the glory of what I thought was my success. But little did I know, God had other plans. As I was leaving the meeting venue, I heard a gentle whisper in my ear. It was as if God Himself was asking me questions that would shake me to my core: "Who will feed those who just accepted Me?" "Who will take care of them?" "Where will they grow?" "What about those precious souls?" Those questions struck a chord deep within me. I felt the weight of responsibility, the gravity of the task at hand. It was as if the Lord was saying, "You've led them to Me, Now What?"
In that moment, I knew I had to shift my focus. I couldn't just be a preacher; I had to be a maker of disciples. I had to invest in the lives of those who had accepted Christ, to nurture them, to guide them, and to help them grow in their faith. It was a Damascus Road experience for me, a call from God that changed the trajectory of my life. I knew I couldn't do it alone, but I was willing to take the first step. And that's exactly what I did.
Today, I'm not alone in this journey. God has called many others to join me in this movement of discipleship. And I invite you to be a part of it.
Let's walk this journey together, making disciples who will make disciples. Let's change the world, one life at a time because Harvest is plentiful but labourers are few! By supporting our Discipleship Movement, you'll be part of a select group of individuals who priorities Discipleship and Evangelism. We are grateful for your Consideration. Please explore the website to know the concept and Methods of the Kingdom Discipleship and How you will be part of it.
"... I have chosen you, I have appointed you to go and Produce fruits that will last."- John 15:16
With heartfelt regards,
Sanjeet Pradhan
