To automatically fill in the blanks, click the blue check next to the fill-in field. Destination of Discipleship What does discipleship mean? (Part 2) Mark 8:34-38, 9:33-37, 10:35-45, John 13:1-17, 34-35, 15:17, 17:20-26 The goal of a follower is to where the is at. Jesus made the journey pretty simple: Become a to all; by as He . How does discipleship happen? John 15:1-17, Galatians 2:20 The to do this is not of , but by . Our part is a choice to with the . Where does discipleship take us? (other than Heaven) 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9 The best way to connect with North Coast is through the Connection Card. If you watched online or attended in person, let us know! https://my.northcoastchurch.com/connectioncard. DISCUSSION GUIDE These questions are designed to help groups discuss the weekend teaching while building relationships with each other and applying God’s Word to our lives. March 08, 2025 | 1 Timothy 3:1-7 WARM UP This weekend, we talked about our discipleship journey. Share a funny or wild road trip story where things went totally wrong—maybe you got lost, ran out of gas, or had another unexpected adventure on the way to your destination. Chris taught about the “destination” of discipleship from passages written to church leaders. Did it encourage you to know we can all reach this place in our faith, or did it feel daunting to know that this is expected of everyone, not just leaders? Is there a part of this weekend’s message that has lingered in your mind since hearing it? KNOW IT Read Titus 1:5-9 and 1 Timothy 3:1-7, remembering that this is what discipleship looks like and that it’s the result of following Jesus. How do these qualities reflect the heart of a disciple rather than just a checklist of behaviors? Make a list of the areas that feel the most challenging to you. (Seriously, make a list! You’re gonna use it later.) Read Matthew 15:8-9 and Ezekiel 36:26-27. In recent weeks, we've learned that true spiritual growth comes through the Holy Spirit’s work in us. What do these verses reveal about the difference between following Jesus in our own strength versus allowing God to transform us from the inside out? SHARE IT Have you witnessed a transformation in someone who is following Jesus? Perhaps it’s someone in your Life Group, a friend, or a family member whose change clearly reflects God's work in their life. Share the changes you've seen! Have others seen changes in you, in relation to the list we read in Titus and Timothy? Would those who know you casually be surprised to learn you're a Christian? How about those who know you best? In other words, are you a disciple everywhere or just in certain places? LIVE IT Revisit the list you made in Question 1 of “Know It”. Spend some time praying and asking God to help you grow in these areas, then, think of an action step to help you remember. This could include seeking accountability, setting a prayer reminder, writing a note to yourself, or anything else that comes to mind. Share your action step with your group. Taking Communion is an important part of being a disciple of Jesus because it reminds us of what He did for us and why He’s worth following in the first place. As you prepare to take Communion with your Life Group this week, reflect on why you choose to follow Him and share those reasons with your group. COMMUNION Jesus wants us to remember what He has done for us and that He is here to walk through life with us. That’s why He told the disciples at the Last Supper to keep coming together and taking Communion. Communion is about remembering all that Jesus accomplished through His death and resurrection. It’s through His sacrifice that we receive His grace and mercy. This week, your Life Group will wrap up by doing what the disciples did – taking Communion together. To get ready for this, read the following verses and think about Jesus’ commitment and work in your life. Jot down a few thoughts on how each verse impacts you. Romans 5:7-8 John 15:12-17 1 Corinthians 11:23-27 Take Communion with us this week! If you are not in a Life Group and would like to take Communion with us, see northcoastchurch.com/communion to follow along.