Field Guide

Building a Culture of Discipleship

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Illustration by Emily Fernando / Source Images: Alfred Fiedler / Artvee

CT Pastors December 17, 2025

Ask church leaders what their plan for discipleship in their church looks like, and most will give the same answer: small groups. But discipleship is not merely a program or a venue for ultra-committed Christians; it’s a calling for all who follow Christ. It’s God’s command to each of us to commit to the formation of others into the likeness of Jesus.

Below you’ll find advice for infusing your church with a culture of discipleship. That includes specific strategies for discipling people, but more than that, you’ll discover ways to make the Great Commission finding and growing followers of Jesus to find and grow more followers of Jesus a priority for your entire congregation.

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