4. Matthew 4:19-20 (NLT)
Jesus called out to them, “Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people!” 20 And they left their nets at once and followed him.

5. We are called to make disciples

6. We are called to make disciples
Matthew 28:19-20 (NLT)
Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
20 Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

7. We make disciples by imitating other strong disciples

8. Philippians 3:17 (NLT)
Dear brothers and sisters, pattern your lives after mine, and learn from those who follow our example.

9. Philippians 3:17 (NLT)
Dear brothers and sisters, pattern your lives after mine, and learn from those who follow our example.
1 Corinthians 11:1 (NLT)
And you should imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.

10. Philippians 3:17 (NLT)
Dear brothers and sisters, pattern your lives after mine, and learn from those who follow our example.
1 Corinthians 11:1 (NLT)
And you should imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.
2 Timothy 2:2 (NLT)
You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.

11. We make disciples by sharing what we know about Christ

12. We make disciples by sharing what we know about Christ
Acts 1:8 (NLT)
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

13. We make disciples so there will be future disciples

14. We make disciples so there will be future disciples
Romans 10:14-15 (NLT)
But how can they call on him to save them unless they believe in him? And how can they believe in him if they have never heard about him? And how can they hear about him unless someone tells them? 15 And how will anyone go and tell them without being sent? That is why the Scriptures say, “How beautiful are the feet of messengers who bring good news!”

16. Ephesians 4:1 (NLT)
Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God.

18. Matthew 16:24 (NLT)
Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross, and follow me.