What does it really mean to make an apprentice of Jesus? In this powerful convocation message, Dr. Kirk Brothers unpacks the biblical DNA of a disciple—connecting, converting, and coaching believers into lifelong learners of Christ. Drawing from Matthew 28, Ephesians 4, Hebrews 5, and 1 Timothy 4, Dr. Brothers emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, discernment, and active participation in the body of Christ.

Whether you’re a preacher, teacher, or passionate follower of Jesus, this episode will inspire you to pursue unity, maturity, and ministry—equipping you to handle God’s Word accurately and live out truth in love.

📌 What You'll Learn:

The three key actions of disciple-making.

Why lifelong learning is at the core of following Jesus.

How to develop discernment in a world full of noise.

The role of the church in spiritual maturity.

Practical insights for ministry training and leadership.

🎯 Perfect for church leaders, Bible students, and anyone serious about living and leading like Jesus.

Chapters / Timestamps

00:00 – Intro: The Call to Make Apprentices of Jesus

01:22 – What “Make Disciples” Really Means

03:05 – Connecting, Converting, and Coaching

05:23 – God’s Trainers: Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, Teachers

07:48 – Unity, Maturity, and Ministry in the Body of Christ

08:49 – Critical Thinking as a Christian Discipline

10:53 – The DNA of a Disciple

12:15 – From Milk to Solid Food: Spiritual Maturity in Hebrews 5

14:58 – Training Like an Athlete: Practice and Preparation

15:48 – Handling God’s Word Accurately (1 Timothy 2:15)

18:46 – The Apostles’ and Paul’s Training Journeys

22:20 – Knowing Scripture and Knowing the World

24:48 – All Truth Is God’s Truth

25:55 – Final Challenge: Souls Are in the Balance

Keywords

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