Modern Disciples

Strip away the church jargon and here's what it comes down to: a disciple is someone who follows Jesus with their whole life, not just their Sunday morning. It's not about being perfect — it's about being committed to growth, even when it's messy, uncomfortable, or inconvenient.

The problem is, somewhere along the way, we turned discipleship into a program instead of a way of life. We made it about completing studies instead of becoming like Christ. We focused on knowing the right answers instead of living the right way.

And honestly? Most of us are paying the price for that approach.

Maybe you've been there. You know enough Bible verses to sound spiritual in small group, but when life hits hard, you're not sure your faith can handle it. You've heard about The Great Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 where Jesus tells us to "go and make disciples," but you're thinking, "How can I make disciples when I'm barely figuring out how to be one myself?"

Or maybe you're on the other end of the spectrum. You've been in church for years, maybe even decades. You can quote Scripture, you know the stories, you've served on committees. But if someone asked you to explain why you believe what you believe — really explain it, not just repeat what you've heard — you'd struggle.

Sharp Edge: Christian discipleship isn't about accumulating Bible knowledge or checking off spiritual activities. It's about transformation. It's about becoming the kind of person who thinks, acts, and loves like Jesus. And that doesn't happen by accident.

The reality is, most Christians today are living on spiritual autopilot. We go through the motions, we say the right things, we show up when we're supposed to. But deep down, we know something's missing. We know there's supposed to be more to this faith thing than what we're experiencing.

You're not alone in feeling that way. In fact, you're in good company. Even the original disciples — the guys who walked with Jesus for three years — struggled with doubt, fear, and confusion. The difference is, they didn't stay there.

That's what The Great Commission is really about. It's not just a command to evangelize (though it includes that). It's Jesus saying, IMHO - I'm giving you everything you need to become who I've called you to be, and then I want you to help others do the same.

But here's where most people get stuck: they try to skip the "becoming" part and jump straight to the "helping others" part. They want to make disciples without first learning how to be disciples themselves.

That's backwards. And it doesn't work.

If you're ready to stop playing church and start living like a disciple, you're in the right place. Because that's exactly what we're here to help you do.

Most Christian websites throw information at you and hope something sticks. They give you 47 different Bible reading plans, 12 steps to spiritual maturity, and enough theological jargon to make your head spin. Then they wonder why people burn out or give up.

We take a different approach.

Discipleship isn't about consuming more content — it's about transformation. It's about taking what you learn and actually applying it to your life, your relationships, your work, and your daily decisions. That's why everything we create is designed with one question in mind: "Will this actually help someone become more like Christ?"

Our content is built around three core principles:

Real-world application. Every article includes practical steps you can take this week. Not someday when you have more time or feel more spiritual. This week. Because faith that doesn't change how you live isn't really faith at all.

Biblical foundation. We don't chase trends or try to make Christianity more palatable for modern audiences. Scripture is our authority, and we're not apologizing for that. When the Bible says something clearly, we say it clearly too.

Honest conversation. We talk about the hard stuff — doubt, failure, disappointment, and yes, even the times when following Jesus feels impossible. Because pretending those struggles don't exist doesn't make them go away.

Whether you're brand new to faith or you've been walking with Jesus for decades, our goal is the same: to help you grow in Christian discipleship that actually makes a difference in your life and the lives of people around you.

We cover everything from basic Bible study methods to complex theological questions, from practical relationship advice to deep apologetics discussions. But it's all connected by one thread: helping you become the disciple Jesus called you to be.

And here's something you won't find on most Christian sites: we actually expect you to disagree with us sometimes. We expect you to wrestle with what we're saying, to test it against Scripture, and to think for yourself. That's not rebellion — that's maturity.

Sharp Edge: If you're looking for a site that will tell you what you want to hear instead of what you need to hear, keep looking. We're not interested in making you comfortable. We're interested in helping you grow.

The truth is, there are plenty of places online where you can find safe, sanitized Christianity that never challenges you or makes you uncomfortable. This isn't one of them.

But if you're ready for discipleship that actually transforms your life instead of just filling your head with more information, then you've found the right place.

One of the biggest problems with most Christian websites is they dump everything on you at once and expect you to figure out what you need. That's like handing someone a toolbox and saying "build a house" without any blueprints.

We do things differently. Based on where you are in your faith journey, here are two proven paths that will actually get you somewhere:

New to the Bible? Start Here:

• Biblical Worldview — Get the big picture first. How do Christians actually see the world? What makes our perspective different? Start here to understand the framework before diving into details.
  
  
  

• Bible Study — Learn basic study methods and reading plans. You need tools before you can build anything meaningful.
  
  
  

• Biblical Hermeneutics — Now learn to interpret Scripture correctly. This is where most people skip ahead and mess up. Don't be most people.
  
  
  

• Apologetics — Defend what you've learned. If you can't explain why you believe something, do you really believe it?
  
  
  

• Theology — Go deeper into doctrine. Now you're ready for the heavy lifting.
  
  
  

Been in Church for Years? Try This:

• Biblical Hermeneutics — START HERE. Most church folks never learned this properly, and it shows in how they read Scripture.
  
  
  

• Christian Apologetics — Test what you think you know. Can you actually defend your beliefs, or are you just repeating what you've heard?
  
  
  

• Theology — Challenge your assumptions. You might be surprised what you discover.
  
  
  

• Biblical Worldview — Apply it all to real life. This is where theory meets practice.
  
  
  

• Bible Study — Refine your methods with better tools. Time to upgrade your approach.
  
  
  

Why These Paths Work:

New believers need the big picture before diving into interpretation rules. Trying to learn hermeneutics without understanding the Christian worldview is like learning grammar rules in a language you don't speak.

Seasoned church-goers often have gaps in foundational skills, especially biblical hermeneutics. They know a lot of Bible stories but struggle to interpret Scripture correctly on their own.

Both paths ensure everyone gets proper Bible interpretation training, because that's the foundation everything else is built on. Different entry points prevent overwhelm and meet people where they actually are, not where we think they should be.

Sharp Edge: Been going to church for 20 years but can't explain why you believe what you believe? Yeah, you're not alone. Most Christians skip the foundation and wonder why their faith feels shaky. You’re not alone. However, it’s time to fix that.

The goal isn't to make you feel bad about where you are. The goal is to help you get where you need to be. That way, you don’t stay “stuck” like many folks do.