A few months ago, I wrote a blog called “Take Initiative, Get Discipled”. I’ve seen quite a few people who don’t know how to be a good disciple. I’ve also seen some who don’t really know how to disciple. I’ve been in both of those parties myself.
I’m passionate about discipleship largely because it saved my life. Gary Black was a guy who reached out to me and discipled me in a way that I’d never seen before. He believed in me, challenged me and encouraged me. I think we all need that!
I’m also passionate about discipleship because it’s what we’re commissioned to do. I think it means much more than meeting over coffee once a week. I think there are young men like myself who want great discipleship, but don’t have someone to disciple them.
So, I’m planning a discipleship roundtable. I just sent out the invitation to about 150 people, but there’s only space for about 75. I invite you to be a part as well. First come first serve here. Just comment below or contact me if you’re interested. Here is the email I sent out earlier, along with all the details:
Hey everyone,
You’re getting this email because I think that you may be interested in the topic of discipleship. Specifically, how does one disciple or get discipled using Jesus’ model in today’s world? This will be geared toward action. It will challenge you to disciple and get discipled while offering guidance and resources in doing so.
This is a Discipleship Roundtable…
A bunch of people who we all know and respect will come together to talk about their successes and failures with discipleship in today’s world. Expect:
-Teaching on discipleship and spiritual authority from Seth Barnes, Clint Bokelman and others
-Great community worship
-Spend time in corporate listening prayer on the subject and what God is saying about this generation
-Talk organically with guys that have done this for years
-Roast mallows around the fire
-Games with everyone
Why?
It’s what we’re commanded to do. We need to do it well.
There are a bunch of guys that I’ve spent a good bit of time and energy pouring into over the years and I mostly didn’t know what I was doing. I still struggle. On the other side, I’ve also put myself under people to be discipled, but didn’t really know how to be a good disciple. We need to learn and have people around us who are doing it and have some great experience to learn from.
When?
Jan. 28 (pm) – Jan. 31 (am)
Where?
The Hylton’s – Gainesville, GA
Who can come?
Anyone who is interested growing in discipleship. Please pass this on to anyone you like.
Cost?
$30 to cover the cost of the food – 8 meals.
$20 – 5 meals (Lunches and dinners)
Please give money to Seth Barnes, Jr. by Jan. 21st if you plan on attending.
RSVP
Just reply to this email and let me know if you’ll be coming or not. With a limited space at the house, there is a cut-off number, so sign-up quickly. There is also bedding at the Hylton’s. Let me know if you’d like a bed. Those are also limited.
It will look very similar to the Luke 10 roundtable of August. Look for a tentative schedule of the event soon.
Seth Jr.
