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    Becoming a Disciple: A Lifelong Venture

    By Adolf Hansen

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    Becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ. It’s not easy, and it is never over. Jesus himself set forth the conditions: “If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.”

    Eight United Methodist clergy—all ordained since 2008—explore a definition disciple and help us along in our efforts to pursue the adventure of a lifetime.

    Each writer looks at one aspect of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. He or she is a person who . . .

    Experiences the forgiveness and acceptance of God.
    Follows the life and teachings of Jesus.
    Demonstrates the fruit of the Spirit.   
    Shares in the life and witness of a community of disciples, including Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
    Serves in some form of ministry every day.   
    Participates in God’s suffering and transformation of the world.                    
    Anticipates a future life in the presence of God.
    Yearns to lead others to become disciples.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAbingdon Press
    Release dateMay 5, 2015
    ISBN9781501805059
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    Becoming a Disciple: A Lifelong Venture
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    Adolf Hansen

    Adolf Hansen is Theologian in Residence, St. Luke s United Methodist Church in Indianapolis, Indiana, and Senior Scholar and Vice President Emeritus, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois.

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