3. We divide human growth
into identifiable stages
that normally are
associated with a
corresponding
chronological age that
allows us to define normal,
healthy growth and
identify abnormal growth
or development.
4. In a similar way stages
of growth for a disciple
of Jesus Christ have
been identified and
described to help us
know how healthy
Christian growth is
described in the Bible.
We will look at 5 stages.
13. C. What they need
(1 Peter 2:2-3)
1. Personal attention of
a disciple-maker (1
Thess 2:6-8)
2. Care and protection
3. Teaching and
modeling of truths and
values
14. C. What they need
(1 Peter 2:2-3)
4. To develop new
habits for life as
disciples
5. Solid Bible teaching
and preaching
18. C. What they need
1. Relational connection
to church and small
group
2. Teaching how to ‘feed
themselves’ spiritually
3. To learn who they are
in Christ
19. C. What they need
4. How to maintain their
relationship with Christ
5. How to relate to
believers and others
6. Realistic expectations
about others
23. C. What they need
1. A place to learn how to
serve
2. A spiritual parent to
debrief ministry
experiences
3. Relationships that offer
encouragement and
accountability
24. C. What they need
4. Help establishing
boundaries
5. Help identifying
their spiritual gifts
6. Skills training