We have control over our prayer life, our relationship with Jesus.
Francis ChanRead
Making disciples isn’t about gathering pupils to listen to your teaching. The real focus is not on teaching people at all–the focus is on loving them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The essence of making disciples is rooted in genuine love rather than mere instruction.
In this quote, Francis Chan emphasizes that the act of making disciples transcends traditional teaching methods. Instead of viewing discipleship as simply conveying knowledge, it is about fostering deep, loving relationships that inspire and nurture individuals spiritually and personally.
Themes
DiscipleshipLoveRelationshipsTeachingSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
During a church service discussing the importance of community.
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