Biblical Discipleship: Its Meaning, Importance, Models, and Principles

Abstract

In recent years the Seventh-day Adventist Church has attempted to find reasons for its existence in discipleship. With such a shift of emphasis arises a need for a careful study of Scripture about the meaning, importance, and models of discipleship. Hence, this paper attempts to explain the meaning, importance, and models of discipleship from Scripture, the writings of Ellen White, and other relevant literature. The study affirms that the disciple-making ministry is a command given by Jesus. It is mission-oriented, relational, and practical.