There are two questions spinning around in my head
1. What is Jesus’ pattern of making disciples?
2. Who cares?
The second question is a little strong, but that’s okay. I think it is the way that most people think…even Jesus’ people.
“Who cares if people become disciples of Jesus?!” We have our work issues to think about. Our finances are always either “out of whack" or “on the brink.” Our health is iffy and our economy is chaotic. We don’t have time for religious “hobbies” like making disciples. Maybe we should leave that to the paid professionals.
Maybe the real question is “what difference does it make” or “why does it matter” if we make disciples?
What if Jesus’ purpose in inviting us to be disciples and calling us to make disciples is more than mere religious duty? What if Jesus invited us in to be a disciple because he knows that it is exactly what we need?!
What if discipleship is Jesus’ process of leading people to the fullest expression of human life.
Maybe Jesus wants us to live fully alive. And, maybe, all of the stuff that seems like a greater priority than discipleship would be radically reshaped by our formation to be more like Jesus.
The plans Jesus has for us (Individually and together ) always, always, always include our discipleship and include our formation through making disciples. Always.