Following the Master

A Biblical Theology of Discipleship

By: Michael J. Wilkins

Narrated by: Tom Parks

In the aftermath of the waves of discipleship programs that have swept over the church in the last 30 years, clergy, and laypersons alike are more confused than ever about what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. What should a disciple of Jesus look and act like today? What is the relationship between discipleship and salvation, between discipleship and sanctification, between discipleship and ministry? How were disciples of Jesus different from other disciples in the ancient world? How did the early church carry out Jesus' agenda in "making disciples of all the nations"?

In Following the Master, Michael J. Wilkins addresses these and many other questions that perplex the church today- not by offering another discipleship program or manual but by presenting a comprehensive biblical theology of discipleship. Following the Master compares other forms of master-disciple relationships in existence in the ancient Judaism and Greco-Roman world, traces Jesus' steps as he called and developed disciples, and Mediterranean world as it followed Jesus' command to make disciples. Following the Master lays the groundwork necessary for developing biblical discipleship ministries in the church, on the mission field, and in parachurch ministries. It is essential for all pastors, students, and Christian workers.

Discussion questions are available in the audiobook companion PDF download.

Christian Discipleship

Perhaps not for the casual reader as this book is a bit academic, it remains one of the best books on Christian Discipleship I have read

Great book on discipleship

He presents a great case for true discipleship in following Jesus. I would really this book to those who are wondering what following Jesus really is.