Discipleship isn’t a solo pursuit. Real growth happens when we follow Jesus side by side.
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September 3, 2025

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Discipleship was never meant to be a solo pursuit.


From the earliest days of the Church, believers “devoted themselves … to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer” (Acts 2:42). In community, faith takes root, grows deeper and endures through life’s challenges.

 

Barna research affirms this truth: Christians who experience relational discipleship—through mentors, small groups or spiritual friendships—are significantly more likely to remain resilient in their faith. In fact, these believers are more engaged in scripture, more consistent in prayer and more active in their churches.

 

The evidence is clear: discipleship flourishes when believers walk together.

 

Our hope is that the resources below encourage you—and equip you—to imagine new ways of nurturing discipleship in your own context.

Barna Minute

Where Do Christians Find Discipleship Community? 

There are many things a Christian can do alone, but growing as a disciple of Jesus is something that must be done with others. This Barna Minute explores the various places Christians find discipleship community.

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Discipleship Across Generations

As today’s Church seeks to disciple individuals at all ages and stages of life, there are legitimate questions about how it is practiced, perceived and prioritized across generations. 

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Additional Resources

Transformational Small Groups CoLab→

Are you wondering what the future of small group discipleship looks like for your church? Join this five-week cohort to help you build healthier discipleship ministry. Use code ACCESSCOLAB20 to get 20% off today. 

Discipleship in Community →

This report, created in partnership with RightNow Media, equips church leaders with research-backed strategies and practical tools to build stronger discipleship and lasting community.

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