5 Traits of a Disciple Maker

Rwh06sep Ep.380 – Run With Horses Podcast – 5 Traits of Disciple Makers
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https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BCSDDVLB – James Norman Smith
https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BMGW51FW – Susan Jane Smith

1.. The Call to Discipleship
• Jesus’ Invitation
• Mark 1:17
• Goal of Discipleship
• Romans 8:29

2.. Theological Foundation of Spiritual Growth
• The Seed Growing
• Matthew 13:31–32
• Athletes Training
• 1 Corinthians 9:24–27
• Endurance in the Race
• Hebrews 12:1–2

3.. Core Virtues in the Journey

1. Discipline
• 1 Timothy 4:7–8
2. Perseverance
• James 1:2–4

3. Risk-Taking (Faith in Action)
• Jonathan and His Armor-Bearer (1 Samuel 14:6–7)
• Risk: Attacking a Philistine garrison with just two men.
• Faith: Jonathan trusted that God was not limited by numbers or strength.
• Outcome: God gave them victory, sparking courage in Israel.

4. Curiosity (A Holy Hunger)
• Acts 17:11

Zacchaeus Seeking Jesus
• Luke 19:3–4
• Curiosity: Zacchaeus was determined to see Jesus.
• Outcome: His seeking led to salvation coming to his house.

Godly curiosity:
• Is fueled by humility (acknowledging we don’t know everything).
• Leads to greater revelation (God meets seekers with truth).
• Results in deeper faith and obedience, not mere intellectual satisfaction.

5. Integrity (Wholeness and Consistency)
• Matthew 5:37

6.. Conclusion
• Philippians 1:6
• Return to Jesus’ words: “Follow Me, Fish for men.”

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Day by day, God is transforming us into the image of His Son. Be encouraged that He will complete His work! And Until next time, keep your eyes on Jesus and never stop running."