Osburn, Robert. Developing Redemptive Change Agents: Discipleship That Helps Nations Flourish Rather Than Flounder. 250p. 2021. Purchase here
Abstract: Knowing that Christians are called not only to have strong personal spirituality, but to also solve real problems in their societies, the book aims to show the characteristics, formative practices, theological basis, and examples of people of God whom God has used to transform their societies.
Keywords: worldview, disciple, theology
Perry, Bill. Add to Your Faith. Multilanguage Media. Book, 111p. English. [Click here]
Abstract: How does one disciple an international who has come to the Lord without westernizing him? Add to Your Faith provides an answer. Using the seven components of Christian character from 2 Peter 1:5-7, it begins a study of the New Testament books in the order they were chronologically written. For example, the book of James was the first NT book written and it also is the book which exemplifies the first component of Christian character, moral goodness. While surveying the book of James, further principles of spiritual growth are discovered. Then through personal application questions, the student is able to apply these Universal Growth Principles to his own life and therefore to his own cultural understanding.
Keywords: discipleship, 2Peter, character
Cubs to Lions from Engaging Islam.
See Islam. This discipleship program is specifically for MBBs (Muslim Background Believers).
Thornborough, Tim, and Kerry Fee. Discipleship Explored. Universal Edition
Book. Simplified English. 111p. [Click here]
Abstract: Discipleship Explored is a journey into the book of Philippians. As they discover Paul's extraordinary letter, participants explore for themselves the meaning of Paul's words: "For me, to live is Christ and to die is gain."
Keywords: discipleship, Philippians
How to Pray. RUF International Courses. Course/Series. English. [Click here]
Abstract: RUF-I semester-length courses (photocopied PDF files) include a summary teaching, printed Bible text, and inductive discussion questions. Marginal notes explain difficult words. Table hosts encourage international students to read aloud to “practice their English." After each paragraph, table hosts ask, “Are there any words or ideas that you do not understand?” RUF International is pleased to offer these Dinner and Discussion Courses for free (you may print unlimited copies) at no charge to our friends who serve international students in Christ’s Name. (A suggested $25 donation [for each course] is appreciated.
Keywords: prayer, Lord's Prayer, kingdom
Rawson, Katie; Martin, Krista; Wu, Eric. I-DIG: International Disciples Group Guide. IVPress. Book, 136p. English. [Click here]
Abstract: The I-DIG small group guide for international disciples uses the three habits of community, practice, and accountability to prepare international students and scholars for fruitful following of Jesus wherever God may lead them. With a special emphasis on discovering the treasures of the kingdom of God in the Bible, in each other, and in the cultures of the world, the I-DIG encourages small group members to examine how cultural influences both help and hinder them in their journey as disciples.
Keywords: discipleship, community, accountability, spiritual discipline
iDisciple.
Online app with discipleship content. English. Click here to create an account, or search for the app on your mobile device.
Abstract: Contents include "growth plans" and "life themes." A Bible section is available for online reading in the NIV, KJV, ESV, NASB, and WEB. The KJV and ESV have an audio version.
Keywords: Audio, Bible, discipleship
Rosenberg, Joel, and Dr. T. E. Koshy. The Invested Life: Making Disciples of All Nations One Person at a Time. Tyndale, 2012. Book, 301p. English. [Click here]
Abstract: The Invested Life stresses the importance of discipleship in the life of the individual Christian as well as the local church, Both biblical and practical, the authors urge readers to allow Jesus to invest in them and in turn invest themselves in the lives of others, both becoming a true disciple and discipler. Testimonies illustrate each chapter, beginning with the Canadian couple who invested themselves in an international student from India, Bakht Singh, who became the renowned evangelist. The author, Dr. T. E. Koshy, was in turn a disciple of Bakht Singh. The role of international student ministry is woven throughout the book. For individual or group study.
Keywords: discipleship, witness, India, spiritual formation
Our Daily Bread Christian University. Free online courses. Click here to access the website.
Abstract: Our Daily Bread Christian University provides free biblical courses online to students around the world. Over 160 courses available. They are designed for students to gain biblical understanding and to grow in Christian discipleship and personal ministry. A certificate option is available for a monthly fee. Available in English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, and Russian.
Keywords: discipleship, Bible, study, online, English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian
Whitney, Donald. Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. NavPress, 1997. Book, 266p. English. Also available in audio format. Accompanying study guide available. [Click here]
Abstract: Whitney shows how discipline in Christian living results in freedom. He examines the following disciplines: Bible intake, prayer, worship, evangelism, serving, stewardship, fasting, silence and solitude, journaling, and learning.
Keywords: discipleship, spiritual disciplines, godliness
Zahniser, A. H. Mathias. Symbol and Ceremony: Making Disciples across Cultures. MARC (World Vision International), 1997. Book, 236p. English. [Click here]
Abstract: Making converts is easier cross-culturally than making disciples. Western approaches have largely depended on cognitive understanding, "missing the power of symbols and ceremonies," making it difficult to transfer the concepts from one cultural context to another." The author is convinced that Christian disciplers need to adjust their discipling to the cultures of believers in their own context--contextualization without syncretism, using symbols and ceremonies in cross-cultural discipleship.
Keywords: symbols, ceremonies, discipleship, cross-cultural, animism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam
TWR (TransWorld Radio). Multiple topics, multiple languages.
App for mobile devices. Audio files in multiple languages for listening or download. Click here to download Android or iTunes app.