journey with jesus
Discipleship is understood as corporate and individual apprenticeship in the way of Jesus. Apprenticeship in the way of Jesus involves being found in and formed into the image of Christ to the glory of God through the faithful interplay of the following elements: Word-Centered Life, Prayer-Filled Life, Witnessing Life, Worshiping Life, and a Faithful Life.
Word-Centered Life
Growing in loving and understanding Scripture through faithful preaching and teaching, regular reading, reflection, and dialogue with others in and outside the Harderwyk community.
Witnessing Life
Living out one’s Christ following in word and deed, including developing an increasing desire and ability to share one’s story and the Story of the Gospel with others while cultivating hospitable environments that encourage spiritual conversations..
Faithful Life
Developing a lifestyle that increasingly manifests the fruit of the spirit, stewardship of resources, and an ongoing investment in the life of a local church through participation in its community life, and a desire to be equipped for ministry within and outside the Harderwyk community.
Prayer-Filled Life
Cultivating a life of personal and communal prayer that creates space for us to talk with God, listen to God and be with God.
Worshiping Life
Honoring and glorifying God in the ordinary moments of life and in the regular gathering of God’s people.