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The Strategy of the Early Church for Making Disciples

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Oct 05, 2025
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The Book of Acts offers more than just history; it provides a blueprint for an unstoppable, growing Christian movement. In Acts 2:42-47, we find the vibrant, communal life of the first believers—a template for discipleship that is as powerful today as it was 2,000 years ago.

For any person or ministry serious about making disciples who reproduce, the strategy isn’t complicated. It’s elegantly summarized by four letters: L.I.F.E.

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This framework perfectly aligns with a Word Ministry focused on the Great Commission, ensuring that spiritual growth is holistic—touching the mind, the heart, the community, and the mission field.

L - Learning: Devotion to the Word

The early church wasn’t built on feelings or charismatic personalities; it was built on truth.

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching…” (Acts 2:42)

The core of discipleship is the Word of God. Without deep learning…

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