Maintaining a focus on who we are, who we work for, and the mission at hand is necessary to successfully fulfill the mission of disciple making. This concentration helps us stay focused and confident on our part of the great commission. The great commission compels us to reach out to the world and share our belief. Let’s discuss how our walk as disciples could be made more effective.

Better understand the stigmas we have within our culture about mental illness and that people with mental illness need to hear they are loved and included in the sacrifice of Jesus as much as anyone else. Learn some ways to reach out, as well as ways the mentally ill may see the world. Understand some of the challenges they face. Become aware of things to say or not to say and ways to help them cope. For example, people who deal with chronic depression sometimes have trouble just accomplishing basic day-to-day tasks. Reaching out with a phone call, mowing a lawn, or taking a meal to them can be a huge help.

Young people in our churches today may be getting the false message that everything is okay, and if it isn’t, there is something wrong with them. However, regardless of how we are raised, what life experiences we face, and who we believe in, our time on earth can be riddled with pain, loss, and unanswered questions. Talking about these issues is one of the first steps to finding peace and perspective. Knowing there are others experiencing the same hardships helps build a sense of community and support. It is the facilitators’ hope that attendees will be encouraged and informed, knowing Jesus helps us to heal, to share the truth about our struggles, and to understand that the pain is only temporary.

In pairs and small groups, examine bad and good instruction and how learning takes place. Learn the techniques Jesus used and how to implement these approaches.

Better understand the stigmas we have within our culture about mental illness and that people with mental illness need to hear they are loved and included in the sacrifice of Jesus as much as anyone else. Learn some ways to reach out, as well as ways the mentally ill may see the world. Understand some of the challenges they face. Become aware of things to say or not to say and ways to help them cope. For example, people who deal with chronic depression sometimes have trouble just accomplishing basic day-to-day tasks. Reaching out with a phone call, mowing a lawn, or taking a meal to them can be a huge help.

Imagine the adventure awaiting as you become a part of an individual’s spiritual journey. So whether you are being mentored like Timothy or like Paul you are helping and guiding someone, mentoring could become an integral part of your life and spiritual journey. We will explore how to get started as a mentor and mentee. Being a part of another’s journey will also help you grow with your own. Adventure awaits.

Share challenges that can hinder engagement and receive encouragement to move past them.Attendees will experience less discomfort related to engaging with individuals about the gospel.

Believers need deep spiritual roots to help us stand during times of crisis; to trust, believe, and obey God; and love our neighbor. We must know God to stay on mission. Let’s identify the obstacles that are making us sluggish or preventing us from moving forward spiritually and the tools to help us become consistent in spiritual growth.