Biblical Foundations

• The church is the body of Christ. Ephesians 1:22-23
• The church is a gathering of Jesus’ disciples. Matthew 18:15-20
• The church is to have the attitude of Jesus. Philippians 2:1-11
• The church has the keys to the Kingdom. Matthew 16:13-20
• The church has been given its commission. Matthew 28:16-20
• God’s kingdom is like the harvest process. Mark 4:26-29
• Disciples multiply in relational streams. Luke 10:1-9
• Evangelism and church are Holy Spirit activities. Acts 1:1-2:4

Scripture is the foundation of discipleship because Jesus is at the heart of the Bible. The Bible is the handbook or manual for Christian life and mission. It reveals the message, model, and method of discipleship particularly revealed in the life of Jesus and the early Christian church. In private devotion and small group, Bible study people should prayerfully engage Scripture through Discovery Bible Reading.