D2: Becoming a Devoted Follower of Christ - Softcover

Phil McKinney II

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1684261805 ISBN 13: 9781684261802

Publisher: ACU Press/Leafwood Publishers, 2019

Synopsis

Following Jesus is a lifelong journey of transformation.

Follow me! These two words changed the lives of twelve unlikely individuals in the first century, and they can change the course of your life as well. Many people claim to follow Jesus, but truly following him involves a commitment to transformational discipleship, not just nominal acceptance. Discipleship was the mission of Christ, and therefore, as disciples, it is our mission as well, both to be disciples and to make disciples.

Following as a disciple of Jesus begins with hearing his call and then desiring to grow in our relationship with him. However, we are too often satisfied with simply receiving God s grace and neglect to give it back. We desire to gain all the privileges of a disciple minus the commitment to be one. As a result, we need to develop a consistent, coordinated, and intentional plan for greater spiritual growth and discipleship, focused on gaining an everincreasing ability to apply God s Word to life. If you want more than sitting in pews and checking off church participation boxes, if you are ready to live the life Christ calls you to by following him with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength, this book is for you.

Praise for D2

Phil's heart for discipleship is evident from the start. Challenging a 'fast food' approach to the Christian life, he outlines a methodology for becoming a committed disciple of Christ. This book provides a much-needed approach for strengthening God's church for both mission and service, showing us what it takes to live as true representatives of God.
Rev. John Delancey, director of Biblical Israel Ministries and Tours and author of Devotional Treasures from the Holy Land

D2 is one of the few books on discipleship I have seen that actually offers a clear path to knowing God in a more intimate way. Phil answers the practical questions of Why? What? and How? in a manner accessible for everyone. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has a longing to dive deeper in their faith.
Jackie Halstead, founder and CEO of the Selah Center for Spiritual Formation

With the simple image of fast-food Christianity, Phil asks us to think about what we are truly converted to. We are all inevitably discipling someone to something, but what if what we are leading them to makes little difference? There is, as this book makes clear, a 'more excellent way.'
Randy Harris, instructor, Department of Bible, Missions, and Ministry, Abilene Christian University, and author of Living Jesus

When relegated to theory, spiritual formation becomes only an abstraction. McKinney's volume refreshingly repudiates this notion by providing readers with rock-solid spiritual practices for the heart, soul, and mind. Both individuals and small groups will benefit from his explanation of discipleship, one that is accessible to all maturing disciples of Jesus.
David Wray, professor emeritus of Bible, Abilene Christian University

This is a thorough and honest explanation of the challenges and great blessings of discipleship. McKinney dissects the cultural forces preventing us from following Jesus and offers a plan for getting in step with the Spirit. It's a reminder of the simple, but high, hopes Jesus has for our discipleship. The church needs this book!
Houston Heflin, associate professor of ministry, Abilene Christian University, author of Pray Like You Breathe

About this title

About the Author

Phil McKinney II (PhD) is an associate professor of ministry leadership and the director of online ministry programs and family ministries at Johnson University. he has more than thirty years of experience in ministry, teaching, coaching, and leadership development and has served in mission work across twenty countries. As an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Mentor Coach, and trained Spiritual Director, Phil integrates leadership, organizational health, and spiritual growth to equip Christ-centered leaders who lead with character and conviction. He and his wife of over thirty years have three daughters.

From the Back Cover

Following Jesus is a lifelong journey of transformation.

"Follow me!" These two words changed the lives of twelve unlikely individuals in the first century, and they can change the course of your life as well. Many people claim to follow Jesus, but truly following him involves a commitment to transformational discipleship, not just nominal acceptance. Discipleship was the mission of Christ, and therefore, as disciples, it is our mission as well, both to be disciples and to make disciples.

Following as a disciple of Jesus begins with hearing his call and then desiring to grow in our relationship with him. However, we are too often satisfied with simply receiving God's grace and neglect to give it back. We desire to gain all the privileges of a disciple minus the commitment to be one. As a result, we need to develop a consistent, coordinated, and intentional plan for greater spiritual growth and discipleship, focused on gaining an ever increasing ability to apply God's Word to life. If you want more than sitting in pews and checking off church participation boxes, if you are ready to live the life Christ calls you to by following him with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength, this book is for you.

Edition details

• Publisher: ACU Press/Leafwood Publishers
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1684261805
• ISBN 13: 9781684261802
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160