Discipleship Resources
These are tools for disciplers to help them invest.
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The Discipler Helps
Looking for help on how to teach the Biblical Discipleship content? This is a collection of teaching examples, illustrations and proof texts to help support the lessons. Utilize these resources to help supplement and inform your teaching
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Managing the Session: How to Best Use Your Time with Your Disciple
Why the KJV?
As you know, the King James is the Bible version of choice at Midtown Baptist Temple. Because we believe it is God’s preserved word we ask that all disciples use the KJV when going through the lessons. Many of our growing disciples have questions about the theology, the history and the philosophy behind why we use this version. Here are some resources to help you and your disciple have a better understanding of these concepts.
Why We Use the King James Version (PDF)
In this article we briefly summarize our view that the KJV is God’s preserved and inerrant word.
Top 5 Reasons People Have Rejected the KJV by Alan Shelby
In this article pastor Alan Shelby lays out the historical arguments against the KJV then refutes each one.
This free online resource addresses many of the questions people commonly have for those who stand by the KJV position.
Sam Gipp Video Series
This series of videos articulates in simple language the reasons the King James is superior to other translations.
Comparative Religions & Faith Systems
Disciples of Jesus come from many different religious backgrounds before finding Christ. Learn more about other faith systems and be better prepared to answer questions about why Christianity is unique among all other faiths.
Understanding the Charismatic Movement (PDF)
This article helps us to explain the basic doctrinal positions of the Pentecostal and Charismatic churches.
Understanding the Black Hebrew Israelites by Alan Shelby
The Black Hebrew Israelite Movement is growing in popularity in the black community. Learn it’s history and why it is a cult.
Theological Resources & Difficult Doctrines
In the process of discipleship many difficult questions can arise. These articles and resources provide Biblical insight to questions your disciples might have.
Proofs for the Deity of Christ by Mark Trotter
Mormons, Jehovah’s Witness as well as many other variant biblical cults do not teach that Christ is the one true God. This article helps clarify who Jesus was.
5 Reasons Why Hell Exists by Alan Shelby
Many liberal Christians as well as non-Christians struggle with the concept of hell as a physical place of eternal judgment. This article describes why it not only exists but why it’s necessary.
Has the Local Church Come and Gone? by Brian Hedges
Why is our church so focused on the local church as the means by which God works in our world? This article describes God’s emphasis on the local church.
The Existence of Satan by Joshua Keatts
The character of Satan has often been dismissed as Christian superstition. This article presents the theological view on who Satan really is.
A Biblical Viewpoint on the Rapture by Beau Green
There are many varying views on the return of Christ, each with their own doctrinal implications. This article presents the theological view on the pre-tribulation rapture.
What is Baptism, Really by Brett Bartlett
There are many varying ideas of what baptism means spiritually. This article describes a doctrinal perspective on what baptism really is for the Christian.
Neglecting the Spirit by Alan Shelby
False views of the Holy Spirit impact Biblical perspectives, culture and mission of churches all over the world. This article points to what the Holy Spirit should do and what it doesn’t do in the life of the Christian.
Eternal Security by Alex Allen
Does God take His salvation from people? This article addresses the security we have in our salvation.
Homegrown Heresy: All-American Cults
A look at Mormonism and some typical qualities associated with cults.
