Another Word on Discipleship

Colin Marshall and Tony Payne have written a tremendous book on pastoral ministry. It takes a fresh look at the nature of the church and the role of pastoral ministry. It shifts the conversation away from organizational structure to organic disciple-making body. This article on discipleship from Marshall at the Gospel Coalition is interesting and worth your time.

Here’s an excerpt:

What would it look like if each member had a personal pastor to help him or her grow, no matter how big the church becomes? Realistically our members will vary in how much they learn and apply from sermons. And most will benefit greatly from someone getting alongside them, listening and understanding, speaking the word of truth in love, praying, and being open about his or her own struggles. Many need the parent they never had, just to learn some basic wisdom in how to live.

Read the whole thing.