What Does It Really Mean to Be a Disciple of Jesus? | Biblical Discipleship Explained

What does it really mean to be a disciple of Jesus? Is it just about believing — or is there a deeper call to transformation, surrender, and obedience? In this powerful and convicting Bible teaching, Mark Greathouse walks through 6 biblical stages of discipleship based on the life and ministry of Jesus. Whether you're new to faith or have followed Christ for years, this session challenges you to ask: Am I truly a disciple — or just a believer? 📖 In This Teaching, You’ll Learn: - The 6 stages of discipleship: Call, Hear, Respond, Invest, Submit, Teach - What Jesus actually meant when He said “Follow Me” - The difference between being saved and being submitted - Why true discipleship demands surrender, sacrifice, and transformation - How to move from spiritual passivity into purpose-driven discipleship 💡 This Message Answers Questions Like: - What is a disciple in the Bible? - Can I be saved without being a disciple? - Why does Jesus say, “Take up your cross and follow Me”? - How do I disciple others once I’m trained? - What are the costs of following Jesus? 📚 Key Scriptures Referenced: - Matthew 28:18–20 – The Great Commission - Luke 9:23–26 – Take up your cross and follow - Matthew 4:18–22 – Jesus calls the first disciples - James 4:6–8 – Submit to God, resist the devil - Romans 10 – Confess Jesus as Lord, not just Savior 🙏 Need Prayer or Want to Connect? Let us pray for you and walk with you in your discipleship journey: https://lakewoodchurch.com/prayer 📲 Stay Connected: Facebook: https://facebook.com/lakewoodchurch Instagram: https://instagram.com/lakewoodchurch Twitter: https://twitter.com/lakewoodchurch LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lakewood-church #Discipleship #JesusIsLord #BibleStudy #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving #LakewoodChurch #ChristianDiscipline #MarkGreathouse 00:00 - Welcome & Opening Prayer: Inviting God Into Our Study 02:02 - Series Introduction: What Is Discipleship, Really? 03:17 - Why Jesus Came & What He Came to Do 0