Discipleship Defined
Author gives a Gospel-centered perspective on building disciples
New Book Offers a Way for the Church to Regain Its Effectiveness
Author gives a Gospel-centered perspective on building disciples
2010-12-22
LONGWOOD, FL--In this generation, there are a lot of gimmicks and pseudo-theological books about discipleship but few books that give a clear understanding of how Christians can obey Jesus from a Gospel-centered perspective. It is time to understand what Jesus wanted when He commanded people to "make disciples" and to be held accountable toward obeying His request. Discipleship Defined ($10.99, paperback, 978-1-61215-355-1; $17.99, hardcover, 978-1-61215-356-8; $5.49, eBook, 978-1-61215-233-2), a soundly biblical, challenging, and practical new book from Xulon Press author Eric Russ, is all about building disciples, not programs. This book is exactly the prescription that is needed for the church to regain much of its lost effectiveness.
"I want readers to read, digest, and share," the author says. "Read this book, build conviction that Jesus explains clearly how to make disciples and then live life according to Jesus' commands. Finally, share this book with others in order that together we might hold the community of faith accountable to be making disciples."
Eric Russ is lead pastor of Mack Avenue Community Church in Detroit, Michigan. He and his team have planted this church in a very needy neighborhood through discipleship-making--which is no small task. But they have persevered to see a growing body of believers take root and reach out in love to their community. It is the author's hope that this book will inspire readers to do the same in their own communities.