Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-discipleship-process-biblical-models-for-spiritual-formation Creating followers of Jesus -- for both disciples and would-be disciplers. Looks at Bible definitions of disciples, examines the discipling strategies of both Jesus and Paul. Refines our understanding of the gospel, training curricula, and mentoring. Examines the role of spiritual disciplines or practices, and explains how to disciple individually or in small discipleship groups © 2026, Ralph F. Wilson. All rights reserved. 8556223c-2ab8-5fde-ac62-21f0ec9c3009 yes en Wed, 20 May 2026 11:06:39 -0700 Wed, 20 May 2026 11:07:34 -0700 https://www.jesuswalk.com/discipleship/ https://img.transistorcdn.com/xn1AISAj1Qd_rd61lraoaWFEUYMjFY_Qv5NxYF7HzZ0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lZTRj/MmE1YWQ4YmY5OGZi/OWZiNzJjN2YwMGU4/N2U4MC5qcGc.jpg https://www.jesuswalk.com/discipleship/ serial Ralph F. Wilson Creating followers of Jesus -- for both disciples and would-be disciplers. Looks at Bible definitions of disciples, examines the discipling strategies of both Jesus and Paul. Refines our understanding of the gospel, training curricula, and mentoring. Examines the role of spiritual disciplines or practices, and explains how to disciple individually or in small discipleship groups Creating followers of Jesus -- for both disciples and would-be disciplers. discipleship, discipling, spiritual formation, Christian education, follow-up Ralph F. Wilson No No 1 1 Preface to the Discipleship Process full 6f66799b-0ef9-4d9b-885d-bb1fe5c0eacb https://share.transistor.fm/s/229c6103 Introduces the parameters of this study.

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]]> discipleship, discipling, spiritual formation, Christian education, follow-up No 2 2 1. What Is a Disciple? full 96fc34c6-1065-4564-a207-af760b7e0854 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2f682a00 We examine the Great Commission and consider four synonyms: disciple, follower, believer, and Christian. We examine three analogies of discipleship: abiding in the vine (John 15:1-9), sitting at Jesus' feet (Luke 10:39), and taking his yoke upon us (Matthew 11:23-30). Finally, we consider what Jesus expects of his disciples -- doing, obeying, continuing, and holding firmly, with grace when we slip.

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]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:42:15 -0700 Ralph F. Wilson Ralph F. Wilson 3468 We examine the Great Commission and consider four synonyms: disciple, follower, believer, and Christian. We examine three analogies of discipleship: abiding in the vine (John 15:1-9), sitting at Jesus' feet (Luke 10:39), and taking his yoke upon us (Matthew 11:23-30). Finally, we consider what Jesus expects of his disciples -- doing, obeying, continuing, and holding firmly, with grace when we slip.

]]> discipleship, discipling, spiritual formation, Christian education, follow-up No 3 3 2. Jesus' Discipling Strategy full f4a3efad-8b36-4202-860c-5e2cd907e2a9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/95cf9f8f We study the Gospels carefully to analyze how Jesus worked with his disciples -- selecting, spending time, teaching them to pray, teaching publicly and privately, rebuking, involving in ministry, and building a community of disciples.

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]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:43:28 -0700 Ralph F. Wilson Ralph F. Wilson 3165 We study the Gospels carefully to analyze how Jesus worked with his disciples -- selecting, spending time, teaching them to pray, teaching publicly and privately, rebuking, involving in ministry, and building a community of disciples.

]]> discipleship, discipling, spiritual formation, Christian education, follow-up No 4 4 3. Paul the Disciple Maker full d69aae44-ec23-4584-9fe0-08c06a72a54f https://share.transistor.fm/s/3cc06118 Paul worked differently from Jesus, but quite effectively. We'll consider various passages on maturity in Christ; being "formed in Christ"; correcting, rebuking, and exhorting; portraits of a disciple maker; use of his personal example; praying; mentoring; and writing letters.

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]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:45:31 -0700 Ralph F. Wilson Ralph F. Wilson 3442 Paul worked differently from Jesus, but quite effectively. We'll consider various passages on maturity in Christ; being "formed in Christ"; correcting, rebuking, and exhorting; portraits of a disciple maker; use of his personal example; praying; mentoring; and writing letters.

]]> discipleship, discipling, spiritual formation, Christian education, follow-up No 5 5 4. Elements of Discipleship Training full e5d04088-f9a7-4b65-94cd-5769f65f08c4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f196649f Turning to making disciples in our day, we examine the essential elements of the gospel, various disciple-training curricula, and the roles of mentors and influencers.

]]> Turning to making disciples in our day, we examine the essential elements of the gospel, various disciple-training curricula, and the roles of mentors and influencers.

]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:46:57 -0700 Ralph F. Wilson Ralph F. Wilson 3161 Turning to making disciples in our day, we examine the essential elements of the gospel, various disciple-training curricula, and the roles of mentors and influencers.

]]> discipleship, discipling, spiritual formation, Christian education, follow-up No 6 6 5. Spiritual Disciplines (part 1) full 44d7c68b-0345-4b37-88d9-68a094b948cc https://share.transistor.fm/s/cc74524a We examine various spiritual disciples that help us encounter Jesus, sorted by frequency. Here we look at spiritual disciplines that can be practiced continually and daily, with particular focus on a bundle of spiritual disciplines wrapped into a daily Quiet Time.

]]> We examine various spiritual disciples that help us encounter Jesus, sorted by frequency. Here we look at spiritual disciplines that can be practiced continually and daily, with particular focus on a bundle of spiritual disciplines wrapped into a daily Quiet Time.

]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:48:20 -0700 Ralph F. Wilson Ralph F. Wilson 3250 We examine various spiritual disciples that help us encounter Jesus, sorted by frequency. Here we look at spiritual disciplines that can be practiced continually and daily, with particular focus on a bundle of spiritual disciplines wrapped into a daily Quiet Time.

]]> discipleship, discipling, spiritual formation, Christian education, follow-up No 7 7 6. Spiritual Disciplines (part 2) full cfa8a927-6b08-42ee-9b13-3b34af06e5d1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/42ac37f9 We continue our study of spiritual disciplines with those that are typically practiced weekly, monthly, and annually. We'll also discuss developing a personal rule of life or spiritual trellis, as well as temptations to avoid.

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]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:49:54 -0700 Ralph F. Wilson Ralph F. Wilson 2547 We continue our study of spiritual disciplines with those that are typically practiced weekly, monthly, and annually. We'll also discuss developing a personal rule of life or spiritual trellis, as well as temptations to avoid.

]]> discipleship, discipling, spiritual formation, Christian education, follow-up No 8 8 7. Both Disciple and Disciple Maker full fb4a5fa3-e000-4bdf-80bc-b2f1852e207d https://share.transistor.fm/s/fa5e0c28 We conclude with the practicalities of growing as disciples ourselves and of discipling individuals, in small groups or classes.

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]]> discipleship, discipling, spiritual formation, Christian education, follow-up No 9 9 Appendix 2. Various Approaches to Discipling (a conversation) full d351a838-1e4e-44b6-84e6-7171b9d04522 https://share.transistor.fm/s/93320a1e Conversations with disciplers involved with the Rock Harbor Covenant Church community, Rocklin, California. These give you examples of how various types of discipleship groups can be conducted.

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]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:52:38 -0700 Ralph F. Wilson Ralph F. Wilson 2307 Conversations with disciplers involved with the Rock Harbor Covenant Church community, Rocklin, California. These give you examples of how various types of discipleship groups can be conducted.

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