Following Jesus: The Essentials of Christian Discipleship (Andrew M. Randall)

Description

Joy and fruitfulness in faith do not depend on flashes of genius but on getting the basics right most of the time.

Following Jesus focuses attention on the basics of Christian discipleship, and covers the following vitally important themes: faith, the Bible, the church, prayer, the Holy Spirit, holiness, growth in grace, guidance, loving others, parenting children, evangelism, work , stewardship, suffering, and perseverance.

The chapters have been written to help new followers of Jesus lay solid foundations for a healthy and rich Christian life. They also provide a refresher course in what it means to be a disciple for those who have been following Jesus for many years.

Endorsements

'Standing in the great tradition of preachers who were once lawyers, Andrew Randall skillfully unfolds from Scripture 'the truth . . . and nothing but the truth' about what it means to be a Christian. Fresh and compelling, shrewd and honest, winsome and reliable, Following Jesus is exactly the kind of book every young Christian should read, while at the same time it offers a wonderful review course for seasoned disciples. Read it on your own, or with others; discuss it in house groups; give it away to help a friend. It should lead you to the clear 'verdict'–that you want to follow Jesus for the rest of your life!' — SINCLAIR B. FERGUSON

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTIONix

1 FOLLOWING JESUS AT HIS CALL: The Essentials of Faith (Mark 1:14-22) 1

2 FOLLOWING JESUS BY THE BOOK: The Essentials of the Bible (2 Timothy 3:10–4:5) 11

3 FOLLOWING JESUS IN COMMUNITY: The Essentials of Church (Ephesians 2:11-22) 27

4 FOLLOWING JESUS IN CONVERSATION: The Essentials of Prayer (Philippians 4:6) 43

5 FOLLOWING JESUS BY HIS POWER: The Essentials of the Holy Spirit (John 16:1-15) 59

6 FOLLOWING JESUS IN EVERYTHING: The Essentials of Holiness (1 Peter 1:13-25) 73

7 FOLLOWING JESUS MORE AND MORE: The Essentials of Growth (Ephesians 4:11-24) 89

8 FOLLOWING JESUS IN OUR CHOICES: The Essentials of Guidance (1 Thessalonians 5:16-22 and Romans 12:1-2) 99

9 FOLLOWING JESUS IN OUR LOVE FOR OTHERS: The Essentials of Relationships (1 Corinthians 6:9–7:5) 113

10 FOLLOWING JESUS THROUGH THE GENERATIONS: The Essentials of Parenting (Ephesians 6:1-4) 127

11 FOLLOWING JESUS IN HIS WORLD: The Essentials of Evangelism (1 Corinthians 9:12-23) 139

12 FOLLOWING JESUS EVERY DAY: The Essentials of Work (Ephesians 6:5-9) 151

13 FOLLOWING JESUS WITH ALL WE HAVE: The Essentials of Stewardship (1 Timothy 6:6-19) 165

14 FOLLOWING JESUS WHEN IT HURTS: The Essentials of Suffering (1 Peter 1:3-12) 177

15 FOLLOWING JESUS ALWAYS: The Essentials of Perseverance (Romans 8:28-39 and 2 Peter 1:1-15) 191

APPENDIX 1: Marriage – What’s Faith Got To Do with It? 205

APPENDIX 2: Suffering – Where Is God When It Hurts? 217

APPENDIX 3: Recommendations for Further Reading 229

Product Details

Title: Following Jesus: The Essentials of Christian Discipleship  

Author: Andrew M. Randall 

Publisher: Banner of Truth

Pages: 248

Binding: Paperback

Size: 21.6 x 13.7 x 1.7 cm

ISBN: 9781848718241