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Growing Up: How to Be a Disciple Who Makes Disciples
This Book has the Potential to Change your Life!
I think I'm a lot like you . There was a time in my life when I wanted to grow in my faith but just didn't know how.
* I owned a Bible, but didn't understand it.
* I heard others pray, but didn't know how to communicate with God.
* I wanted to share my faith with others, but didn't know where to start.
* I had friends at Church, but lacked deep relationships with anyone.
* I wanted to hide God's word in my heart, but lacked a plan for memorization.
* I read the Scriptures, but didn't know how to apply them.
Maybe this is where you are today.
One day my life changed forever. What was the turning point?
I realized the importance and power of discipleship.
Two men took the time to invest in my life (David Platt--author of Radical and Follow Me , as well as the Foreword of my book--and Tim Lafleur). Since then I have read nearly every book on discipleship, searching for answers to my questions.
Now I want to share my findings with you. Growing Up takes the guesswork out of growing closer to the Lord and equipping others to do the same. This book has the potential to change your life!
In Growing Up, you will
and much, much more!
Do not read this book and then discard it. As a manual for making disciples, Growing Up is a resource that you can use for years to come.
* Underline in it.
* Write in the margins.
* Interact with it.
* Meditate on it.
How can I promise that this book will change your Life?
Grow In Your Walk with Christ--Defend Your Faith--Lead Others in the Journey!
______________________________________________________
Get your Copy Today!
I think I'm a lot like you . There was a time in my life when I wanted to grow in my faith but just didn't know how.
* I owned a Bible, but didn't understand it.
* I heard others pray, but didn't know how to communicate with God.
* I wanted to share my faith with others, but didn't know where to start.
* I had friends at Church, but lacked deep relationships with anyone.
* I wanted to hide God's word in my heart, but lacked a plan for memorization.
* I read the Scriptures, but didn't know how to apply them.
Maybe this is where you are today.
One day my life changed forever. What was the turning point?
I realized the importance and power of discipleship.
Two men took the time to invest in my life (David Platt--author of Radical and Follow Me , as well as the Foreword of my book--and Tim Lafleur). Since then I have read nearly every book on discipleship, searching for answers to my questions.
Now I want to share my findings with you. Growing Up takes the guesswork out of growing closer to the Lord and equipping others to do the same. This book has the potential to change your life!
In Growing Up, you will
and much, much more!
Do not read this book and then discard it. As a manual for making disciples, Growing Up is a resource that you can use for years to come.
* Underline in it.
* Write in the margins.
* Interact with it.
* Meditate on it.
How can I promise that this book will change your Life?
Grow In Your Walk with Christ--Defend Your Faith--Lead Others in the Journey!
______________________________________________________
Get your Copy Today!
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May 25, 2024
This is a great book, and Gallaty’s writing style is very engaging. His passion for the subject is incredibly obvious, as is his commitment to spiritual disciplines.
The book is almost divided evenly into two parts. The first revolves around the biblical argument for discipleship, as well as Gallaty’s argument for how it should be accomplished.
The second half is an overview of spiritual disciplines that one should master, as well as be prepared to teach to others. This is the better of the two halves. I thoroughly enjoyed every single chapter of this section, and I came away with a better understanding of the spiritual disciplines important to discipleship.
If I were going to find a quibble, I would nitpick at Gallaty’s dismissal of one-on-one discipleship. He doesn’t argue that it’s wrong, just inefficient. I think it could be discouraging to someone who is being faithful by disciplining someone, even if one-on-one. I also think that Gallaty could have made some better arguments concerning holiness. An uncharitable reading might suggest that someone walking in habitual, unrepentant sin should still disciple someone else, which I’m not sure I fully agree with.
Overall, I’d recommend this book to anyone who is looking for an intro to the subject of discipleship. Is it groundbreaking? No. But, it is an excellent foundation to start from.
The book is almost divided evenly into two parts. The first revolves around the biblical argument for discipleship, as well as Gallaty’s argument for how it should be accomplished.
The second half is an overview of spiritual disciplines that one should master, as well as be prepared to teach to others. This is the better of the two halves. I thoroughly enjoyed every single chapter of this section, and I came away with a better understanding of the spiritual disciplines important to discipleship.
If I were going to find a quibble, I would nitpick at Gallaty’s dismissal of one-on-one discipleship. He doesn’t argue that it’s wrong, just inefficient. I think it could be discouraging to someone who is being faithful by disciplining someone, even if one-on-one. I also think that Gallaty could have made some better arguments concerning holiness. An uncharitable reading might suggest that someone walking in habitual, unrepentant sin should still disciple someone else, which I’m not sure I fully agree with.
Overall, I’d recommend this book to anyone who is looking for an intro to the subject of discipleship. Is it groundbreaking? No. But, it is an excellent foundation to start from.
November 11, 2013
In the last few months I have read a number of books on the subject of discipleship, Growing Up: How to Be a Disciple Who Makes Disciples by Robby Gallaty is the most recent book I have read.
Gallaty is the senior pastor of Brainerd Baptist Church in Chattanooga TN and is the president of Replicate Ministries.
Growing Up begins with a challenging foreword from David Platt who discipled Gallaty. The book is written in a very readable way making it accessible to everyone, while at the same time the message of the book is not compromised and it maintains the weight of the conviction that disciples are to be making disciples.
In the introduction Gallaty says: “I’ve come to realize that when people don’t know what to do, they don’t do anything” (p. xx). This is a sad but very accurate statement regarding so much of the Church today and the lack of understanding of what it means to truly be a disciple of Jesus. This book is going to be an outstanding resource for the Church for years to come, in helping remedy this lack of understanding so many Christians have when it comes to discipleship.
Gallaty strongly encourages discipleship groups of 3-5 people (meeting for 12-18 months) as the optimal environment for making disciples and does a great job in describing what these kinds of groups should look like both functionally and scripturally. Authors like Greg Ogden (Transforming Discipleship) also encourage these kinds groups for effective discipleship to happen in.
Three chapters that really stood out to me were:
Chapter Six – an incredibly strong chapter on the importance of reading scripture. Gallaty stresses the necessity of God’s Word in a Christian’s life and then unpacks how we go about reading, understanding, and applying it.
Chapter Seven – is a great chapter on moving beyond simply believing in Jesus, to being a follower of Jesus.
Chapter Eight – is a convicting chapter on the importance and value of memorizing scripture. This is paramount in the life of a Christian and yet it is rarely encouraged in the church today.
Another feature of the book is that it goes beyond just being a one time read, to being a book that can be used for future study, small groups, and discipleship groups. Each chapter has “Questions to Consider” (which are excellent), and the back of the book is loaded with numerous resources including: Disciple-Making Covenant, Spiritual Journey Inventory, Accountability Questions, and much more.
Growing Up is an excellent addition to the conversation on discipleship for both long time followers of Jesus and brand new Christians. It’s not a call to a new program or a new movement in the Church, it’s a call to remember and live out the mission Jesus Himself gave us when He said “go and make disciples of all nations”.
Here are a few quotes from the book that stood out to me:
“Many Christians are birthed into the family of God and then abandoned. Nobody personally assumes the responsibility of helping them develop and grow. Nobody teaches them the basics of the Christian life, disciplines like Bible reading, prayer, Scripture memory, meditation, sharing one’s faith, or showing the love of Christ to others” (p. 25).
“Every believer should be able to answer two questions. Who am I discipling? And who is discipling me? Every church should be able to answer two questions. Do we have a plan for making disciples? And is it working?” (p. 31).
“You cannot be a true disciple of Christ apart from His Word. You cannot grow as a Christian without the Bible” (p. 86).
“The problem is not with the Architect of the church, nor is it with His plan. The problem lies with leaders of His movement – namely, pastors – and their lack of emphasis on discipleship” (p. 100).
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Gallaty is the senior pastor of Brainerd Baptist Church in Chattanooga TN and is the president of Replicate Ministries.
Growing Up begins with a challenging foreword from David Platt who discipled Gallaty. The book is written in a very readable way making it accessible to everyone, while at the same time the message of the book is not compromised and it maintains the weight of the conviction that disciples are to be making disciples.
In the introduction Gallaty says: “I’ve come to realize that when people don’t know what to do, they don’t do anything” (p. xx). This is a sad but very accurate statement regarding so much of the Church today and the lack of understanding of what it means to truly be a disciple of Jesus. This book is going to be an outstanding resource for the Church for years to come, in helping remedy this lack of understanding so many Christians have when it comes to discipleship.
Gallaty strongly encourages discipleship groups of 3-5 people (meeting for 12-18 months) as the optimal environment for making disciples and does a great job in describing what these kinds of groups should look like both functionally and scripturally. Authors like Greg Ogden (Transforming Discipleship) also encourage these kinds groups for effective discipleship to happen in.
Three chapters that really stood out to me were:
Chapter Six – an incredibly strong chapter on the importance of reading scripture. Gallaty stresses the necessity of God’s Word in a Christian’s life and then unpacks how we go about reading, understanding, and applying it.
Chapter Seven – is a great chapter on moving beyond simply believing in Jesus, to being a follower of Jesus.
Chapter Eight – is a convicting chapter on the importance and value of memorizing scripture. This is paramount in the life of a Christian and yet it is rarely encouraged in the church today.
Another feature of the book is that it goes beyond just being a one time read, to being a book that can be used for future study, small groups, and discipleship groups. Each chapter has “Questions to Consider” (which are excellent), and the back of the book is loaded with numerous resources including: Disciple-Making Covenant, Spiritual Journey Inventory, Accountability Questions, and much more.
Growing Up is an excellent addition to the conversation on discipleship for both long time followers of Jesus and brand new Christians. It’s not a call to a new program or a new movement in the Church, it’s a call to remember and live out the mission Jesus Himself gave us when He said “go and make disciples of all nations”.
Here are a few quotes from the book that stood out to me:
“Many Christians are birthed into the family of God and then abandoned. Nobody personally assumes the responsibility of helping them develop and grow. Nobody teaches them the basics of the Christian life, disciplines like Bible reading, prayer, Scripture memory, meditation, sharing one’s faith, or showing the love of Christ to others” (p. 25).
“Every believer should be able to answer two questions. Who am I discipling? And who is discipling me? Every church should be able to answer two questions. Do we have a plan for making disciples? And is it working?” (p. 31).
“You cannot be a true disciple of Christ apart from His Word. You cannot grow as a Christian without the Bible” (p. 86).
“The problem is not with the Architect of the church, nor is it with His plan. The problem lies with leaders of His movement – namely, pastors – and their lack of emphasis on discipleship” (p. 100).
www.jonathanstephens.wordpress.com
Twitter: @jonstephensNY
January 20, 2020
I've really enjoyed discovering Robby Gallaty!
As a new believer with an incredible testimony, Robby discovered many issues with the way we do church today and our great omission of making disciples. Churches today look more like businesses and have left discipleship unattended in search of attendance and baptism numbers. Robby has some great ideas for disciple-making and I took a ton of notes. One thing I learned was his discouragement of one on one discipleship. Discipleship is best done in groups of 3-5. He's got some great points. I highly recommend this book to someone looking to get themselves or their church started with making disciples.
As a new believer with an incredible testimony, Robby discovered many issues with the way we do church today and our great omission of making disciples. Churches today look more like businesses and have left discipleship unattended in search of attendance and baptism numbers. Robby has some great ideas for disciple-making and I took a ton of notes. One thing I learned was his discouragement of one on one discipleship. Discipleship is best done in groups of 3-5. He's got some great points. I highly recommend this book to someone looking to get themselves or their church started with making disciples.
November 11, 2024
We don’t talk enough about TRUE discipleship, let alone practice it. This book is a fabulous resource on what it means to not only be a disciple, but how to replicate disciples who make disciples….multiply! It gives a clear blueprint on how to start your own discipleship group, what it entails to follow Christ daily, and how to encourage your group members to go on and create their own groups. I highly recommend.
November 23, 2020
This book dives into an underemphasized aspect in the Christian faith of our call as followers of Jesus to not just share our faith but to do life with people intimately to make one another look more like Christ. Great book to walk through a discipleship group with or someone you are disciplining.
August 28, 2025
This book was excellent! A great resource for all Christians but especially those in discipleship relationships - which every Christian should be in anyway 🤣
September 24, 2013
Ever since I read, Accidental Missionary by Steve Murrell, I've determined to make discipleship the clear focus of our ministry here in Portugal. For the last several months I've been saying over and over to our church that we need to make disciples who also want to make other disciples.
Church growth strategies make me nauseous. A program based church model is like trying to throw stuff at the wall to see what sticks. Pretty soon you get tired of throwing and other people get tired of trying stuff that's stuck to the wall.
So, instead of just doing church like we've been doing it for so long, why don't we stop and instead try to do what Jesus did? Why don't we focus on doing what He told us to do? That would make total sense. Amongst His last words to the eleven remaining disciples before his ascension was the command to go and make disciples, in Matthew 28:19, 20 he says, "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations…Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you…."
What the Lord meant in telling us to go and teach, was for us to go and make disciples. In our Portuguese Bible it says exactly that, translated: Go, make disciples.
Be honest. Whether your a pastor, Sunday School teacher, new believer or none of the above, chances are that your major focus is not discipleship. You're probably not meeting with someone on a weekly basis (outside of the formal meetings at the church building) so that they can be strengthened in their walk the Lord while they are growing toward a healthy, mature relationship with Christ. Sadly, you may not be teaching someone to cultivate that relationship with Jesus because no one ever took the time to teach you or compel you to do the same with someone else.
That's why you really need to get your hands on a copy of Dr. Robby Gallaty's new book, Growing Up: How to Be a Disciple Who Makes Disciples. As a pastor who has discipled believers on and off for more than a decade, I've often considered how I could more effectively disciple both new converts as well as others who simply want to grow in their walk with the Lord.
Honestly, while I've discipled people for years, I've never felt like I've done the best job that I could. I've always questioned whether or not I was really making the most out of the opportunities that I was given.
Growing Up answered some of those key questions that I had. Questions like what's the better method of discipleship, 1-on-1 or together in a group of 3-4? Gallaty has an answer. A biblical one. Have you ever wondered what's the best length of time to mentor someone? Or, have you ever had problems with a new convert not following through with a commitment to be mentored?
I did, and Gallaty answered them for me.
However, maybe the most refreshing point about a very refreshing book was the length that the author goes to emphasize that discipleship is not easy, nor should it be entered into lightly. Making disciples is a time intensive process. Gallaty says it better than anyone I've heard in a long time: "…you can't microwave disciples."
Discipled by David Platt as well as other like-minded men of faith, he conveys a clear understanding of the importance of moulding true followers of Jesus in the opening chapters and then moves to a set of distinct, logical steps that, if followed, provide a perfect blueprint for anyone that wants to train future leaders.
He is engaging, convicting and at times courageous in his writing, placing blame on the shoulders of those who deserve to bear it, saying:
"The church has been providing new believers with the wrong fuel for growth, or, in some cases, no fuel at all. The problem is not with the Architect of the church, nor is it with His plan. The problem lies with leaders of His movement—namely, pastors— and their lack of emphasis on discipleship. Bill Hull, a leading author in the area of discipleship, stated, 'I find it particularly puzzling that we struggle to put disciple-making at the center of ministry even though Jesus left us with the clear imperative to make disciples.'"
Every time I review a book, my goal is to be objective and write from a critical viewpoint. I include my opinion on how I believe the book misses the mark or could where it could've been better. I tried to find something even slightly negative to say about Growing Up, but I never did. For me, it hit on all cylinders.
Filled with tweetable quotes, sound biblical wisdom, and a definitive plan for making disciples who make other disciples, Growing Up may very well become the standard for churches who truly want to fulfill the Great Commission the way Jesus intended.
Published by Crossbooks, a division of Lifeway, it's available for pre-order now.
Thank you, Pastor Gallaty for providing me a free copy in exchange for this review. By doing so, you've motivated us even more to be disciples who make disciples.
Church growth strategies make me nauseous. A program based church model is like trying to throw stuff at the wall to see what sticks. Pretty soon you get tired of throwing and other people get tired of trying stuff that's stuck to the wall.
So, instead of just doing church like we've been doing it for so long, why don't we stop and instead try to do what Jesus did? Why don't we focus on doing what He told us to do? That would make total sense. Amongst His last words to the eleven remaining disciples before his ascension was the command to go and make disciples, in Matthew 28:19, 20 he says, "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations…Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you…."
What the Lord meant in telling us to go and teach, was for us to go and make disciples. In our Portuguese Bible it says exactly that, translated: Go, make disciples.
Be honest. Whether your a pastor, Sunday School teacher, new believer or none of the above, chances are that your major focus is not discipleship. You're probably not meeting with someone on a weekly basis (outside of the formal meetings at the church building) so that they can be strengthened in their walk the Lord while they are growing toward a healthy, mature relationship with Christ. Sadly, you may not be teaching someone to cultivate that relationship with Jesus because no one ever took the time to teach you or compel you to do the same with someone else.
That's why you really need to get your hands on a copy of Dr. Robby Gallaty's new book, Growing Up: How to Be a Disciple Who Makes Disciples. As a pastor who has discipled believers on and off for more than a decade, I've often considered how I could more effectively disciple both new converts as well as others who simply want to grow in their walk with the Lord.
Honestly, while I've discipled people for years, I've never felt like I've done the best job that I could. I've always questioned whether or not I was really making the most out of the opportunities that I was given.
Growing Up answered some of those key questions that I had. Questions like what's the better method of discipleship, 1-on-1 or together in a group of 3-4? Gallaty has an answer. A biblical one. Have you ever wondered what's the best length of time to mentor someone? Or, have you ever had problems with a new convert not following through with a commitment to be mentored?
I did, and Gallaty answered them for me.
However, maybe the most refreshing point about a very refreshing book was the length that the author goes to emphasize that discipleship is not easy, nor should it be entered into lightly. Making disciples is a time intensive process. Gallaty says it better than anyone I've heard in a long time: "…you can't microwave disciples."
Discipled by David Platt as well as other like-minded men of faith, he conveys a clear understanding of the importance of moulding true followers of Jesus in the opening chapters and then moves to a set of distinct, logical steps that, if followed, provide a perfect blueprint for anyone that wants to train future leaders.
He is engaging, convicting and at times courageous in his writing, placing blame on the shoulders of those who deserve to bear it, saying:
"The church has been providing new believers with the wrong fuel for growth, or, in some cases, no fuel at all. The problem is not with the Architect of the church, nor is it with His plan. The problem lies with leaders of His movement—namely, pastors— and their lack of emphasis on discipleship. Bill Hull, a leading author in the area of discipleship, stated, 'I find it particularly puzzling that we struggle to put disciple-making at the center of ministry even though Jesus left us with the clear imperative to make disciples.'"
Every time I review a book, my goal is to be objective and write from a critical viewpoint. I include my opinion on how I believe the book misses the mark or could where it could've been better. I tried to find something even slightly negative to say about Growing Up, but I never did. For me, it hit on all cylinders.
Filled with tweetable quotes, sound biblical wisdom, and a definitive plan for making disciples who make other disciples, Growing Up may very well become the standard for churches who truly want to fulfill the Great Commission the way Jesus intended.
Published by Crossbooks, a division of Lifeway, it's available for pre-order now.
Thank you, Pastor Gallaty for providing me a free copy in exchange for this review. By doing so, you've motivated us even more to be disciples who make disciples.
July 14, 2021
Good reminder of the importance of Christian community, disciplines, and, most importantly, the Great Commission.
January 31, 2025
Great actionable framework for discipling. Worth revisiting.
November 22, 2021
This book was so practical and had great wisdom on how to disciple and be discipled. It shed light on how to implement regular but necessary spiritual practices into your daily routine and into your discipleship relationships!
11-19-2021 Just finished this book again for D-Group
11-19-2021 Just finished this book again for D-Group
July 4, 2017
basic primer on discipleship -- used/using it now for discipling men in the church.
March 31, 2023
There is a poignant account in the Gospels (Luke 6:46) when Jesus asks those around him why they keep calling him "Lord" but failing to do what he tells them to do. It is incumbent on every believer to ask themself the question, "Is Jesus really my Lord?" One of the most acute commands of Jesus is found in The Great Commission, where Jesus instructs his disciples to go and make disciples. So, is Jesus your Lord in that command? In "Growing Up: How to Be a Disciple Who Makes Disciples" Robby Gallaty (with Randall Collins) makes a compelling case that making disciples is imperative for the Church.
In a practical and Pastoral way, but with the urgency of a General at war, Gallaty discusses the rationale for discipleship, he explains the concept of a discipleship group, and he explains the need for believers to strive to make disciples. This book is absolutely practical and very readable and very motivational, and the concepts contained in this book are simple and straightforward. One should be able to read this book in a few days, pray for who you might disciple, and then one can follow the simple blueprint set forth by Gallaty and begin to make disciples.
The Appendices are worth the price of the book. Contained therein is a group participation covenant, a spiritual inventory, accountability questions, discipleship resources and a Bible reading plan, along with other useful imformation.
So, is Jesus Lord? Then go forth and make disciples! Happy reading!
In a practical and Pastoral way, but with the urgency of a General at war, Gallaty discusses the rationale for discipleship, he explains the concept of a discipleship group, and he explains the need for believers to strive to make disciples. This book is absolutely practical and very readable and very motivational, and the concepts contained in this book are simple and straightforward. One should be able to read this book in a few days, pray for who you might disciple, and then one can follow the simple blueprint set forth by Gallaty and begin to make disciples.
The Appendices are worth the price of the book. Contained therein is a group participation covenant, a spiritual inventory, accountability questions, discipleship resources and a Bible reading plan, along with other useful imformation.
So, is Jesus Lord? Then go forth and make disciples! Happy reading!
January 16, 2025
If you’re looking for a practical guide to discipleship and starting small groups then read the first 3 chapters, then skip to the appendix where all the practical helps are. There is nothing wrong with the book and all the content is solid but just not in any kind of concise, logical manner. The book self describes itself and a disciple making book but it really is anything but. It starts off with the author giving his testimony and then making a case for why small group discipleship is necessary THEN… itstead of giving a practical guide with scriptural principles about how to do this, it takes a turn and just becomes basically a shotgun approach to the whole christian life. I really felt like he missed the mark here and never actually wrote a book about discipleship but more of a guide for a new believer and how to live. Let’s bet clear, that is necessary and honestly that is truly what this book is. I would honestly consider giving this to a new believer as a great guide. But it definitely is not a book directed at the seasoned believer as a guide to small discipleship group. So do I recommend it? Well yes, to new believers, but I would not recommend it as a discipleship handbook as it claims to be.
November 25, 2018
Finally! A plan to disciple new believers that is less program than ideas about how to get started and an encouragement to keep the relationship going with extension into the lives of others. Robby Gallaty knows what it is like to be a person that was not saved at 7 and wanting to grow, but not knowing how to get going. He also knows the value of being discipled by none other than David Platt, author of Radical and former president of the Southern Baptist Convention's International Mission Board. In this book, Gallaty lays out a simple list of proficiencies that every new believer must be exposed to and how to become not only proficient, but consistent in as discipline and how to pass it on to others. Written with every believer in mind, Gallaty has helped the church tremendously with this work. Even if you have never been discipled yourself, this is a blueprint that you can use to get started with others.
October 6, 2019
I picked this book up because God put it on my heart to really start learning what it means to be a disciple. I didn’t feel like I knew what it meant to be a disciple, let alone how to go about making disciples (which is what He calls Christians to do).
Through this book, my walk with Christ has strengthened and I’ve found a more clear path. It has opened my eyes to my own weaknesses and inadequacies and offered actual advice and actions that I have been able to start applying to my own life.
If you have ever found yourself saying things like “I don’t understand the Bible, so why read it?” Or “I don’t know enough about the bible to talk to others” or “I don’t know how to talk to others about God” — pick up this book.
Through this book, my walk with Christ has strengthened and I’ve found a more clear path. It has opened my eyes to my own weaknesses and inadequacies and offered actual advice and actions that I have been able to start applying to my own life.
If you have ever found yourself saying things like “I don’t understand the Bible, so why read it?” Or “I don’t know enough about the bible to talk to others” or “I don’t know how to talk to others about God” — pick up this book.
July 1, 2018
I started reading this book as a member of a Discipleship Group (D-Group) and was immediately excited about the D-Group replication concept because it's exactly what I saw in the house churches in India. Robby's book discusses the importance of a D-Group, and how to be CLOSER to God. Closer stands for Communicate every day with God through prayer, Obey God's commands, Store God's Word in your heart, Evangelize, and Renew yourself spiritually daily. Robby breaks down each part of CLOSER into chapters and helps the reader learn how to do each of these things. My favorite take-away from this book was the the HEAR journaling method.
March 11, 2021
I found this book to be very practical and a good resource for both the disciple and the discipler. Obviously the text deals with the process of discipleship and thus its focus is the basic elements of the Christian walk. Bible study and memorization, prayer, witnessing, & fellowship were topics of emphasis. These materials can be very useful for those looking for materials to use in the discipleship relationships. The book contain several appendices with practical forms and suggestions for new believers. As with most resources, mature Christian may need to modify certain suggestions to fit the particular situation and the strengths of the mentor. .
December 24, 2024
I recommend this book as a guide to how to be a disciple and how to disciple others. This book is a great resource for someone who wants to learn what it really looks like to be a disciple and how to go about discipling others. I wouldn't recommend and it as a text for a class, but rather for a teacher to use as a reference for material to use in training others to disciple. I would recommend Dana Yeakley's book "A Woman's Guide to Discipling" as a workbook for a classroom setting or for personal use. I am thankful to Robby Gallaty and Dana Yeakley for writing on the subject of Discipleship
September 8, 2017
Practical model for disciple-making
The plan for making disciples is not new, and many books have been written on the subject. Many people study discipleship principles and churches talk about it. Robby Gallaty gives a practical guide for actually doing discipleship and making disciples who make disciples. His experiences as a disciple-making pastor of a disciple-making church offer inspiration and advice to others: Go make disciples.
The plan for making disciples is not new, and many books have been written on the subject. Many people study discipleship principles and churches talk about it. Robby Gallaty gives a practical guide for actually doing discipleship and making disciples who make disciples. His experiences as a disciple-making pastor of a disciple-making church offer inspiration and advice to others: Go make disciples.
January 5, 2018
Good resource on disciple-making
Growing Up is an easy-to-read yet fairly comprehensive introduction to the world of disciple-making. But Gallaty doesn’t merely seek to convince us to make disciples, or even simply explain what disciple-making is, he shows us how. Perhaps one of his most helpful sections explains the wisdom of disciple-making groups of 3-5, rather than one-on-one discipleship.
Growing Up is an easy-to-read yet fairly comprehensive introduction to the world of disciple-making. But Gallaty doesn’t merely seek to convince us to make disciples, or even simply explain what disciple-making is, he shows us how. Perhaps one of his most helpful sections explains the wisdom of disciple-making groups of 3-5, rather than one-on-one discipleship.
May 25, 2018
Fairly simple. That is a strength and weakness of this book. It’s strange because anyone at any level can read this book and take away from it. It’s a weakness because people have been in the faith for a while may have already tried these and are looking for deeper answers. It is modeled around journaling and discipleship. The emphasis is on the fact that it cannot be alone so this book is best read with an accountability partner or a group. It would be great for starting such a group.
April 12, 2019
Growing Up is a must read for all church leaders. Robby has done a great job of writing a "back to the basics" volume for every Pastor to live in. Full of stories, quotes, research, practical ideas, and helps, Growing Up should spark a discipleship movement in our churches for years to come. It could revolutionize your church. I keep multiple copies in my shelf to give to anyone who agrees to read it.
December 9, 2019
I have been reading and thinking a lot about discipleship lately and this happened to be one of the book series that was recommended to me. I am actively discipling right now one on one and this book encouraged micro groups. That concept was certainly interesting to me. I found the book easy to listen to and simple to follow the plan for making disciples. I’m looking forward to reading the other two books in this series.
November 12, 2021
Amazing book on Discipleship that is insightful and offers very practical advise on how to go about leading in you own Discipleship relationship and though it is more focused on the personal aspect of Discipling other people. It also gives advice in being a leader of a church or people to move them to this Discipleship culture. Take notes as you read. There is a lot of useful stuff you will miss if you do not.
December 29, 2024
I wish I could give this a higher rating. Some of his best quotes were quotes from other writers. While this was a beneficial read, if you’ve read other books on discipleship you won’t find a lot of new material here. My favorite part of the book was his explanation of the “H.E.A.R.” Method of reading Scripture, which I’ve incorporated into my own personal Bible study and have loved. But overall, I thought it was an okay book.
September 18, 2025
Could not put it down
I haven’t read much of anything until I searched for discipleship books. This one jumped out at me. I read it through in a week. It jump started my daily scripture reading and journaling. Once a lost and struggling Christian I now see a clearer picture of my purpose and calling. I am now in the process of re-reading and taking notes for the purpose of implementing a discipling process in my church.
I haven’t read much of anything until I searched for discipleship books. This one jumped out at me. I read it through in a week. It jump started my daily scripture reading and journaling. Once a lost and struggling Christian I now see a clearer picture of my purpose and calling. I am now in the process of re-reading and taking notes for the purpose of implementing a discipling process in my church.
December 31, 2017
Great resource for making disciples in a specific discipleship group setting
Great resource for those seeking to make disciples in their lives. Take the good, spit out what doesn’t apply, and make disciples. Gallaty has a specific way and it has worked for him and many who have been discipled by him. No man’s way is perfect, but this is a great blueprint for making disciples.
Great resource for those seeking to make disciples in their lives. Take the good, spit out what doesn’t apply, and make disciples. Gallaty has a specific way and it has worked for him and many who have been discipled by him. No man’s way is perfect, but this is a great blueprint for making disciples.
May 7, 2018
A very helpful, practical, and attainable approach to learning about discipleship. An excellent read and a book to keep handy to discover again and again. Incredibly helpful appendix in the back for further learning. An easy-to-read book on a subject that we probably truly know very little about. Now, how to apply it!
February 24, 2019
A Book For Those Who Want To Grow & Make Disciples
Gallaty does a great job in this book explaining a framework to institute same gender intimate discipleship groups. As a pastor, if you want to develop a multiplying disciplemaking culture in your church then this is a vital resource for your library.
Gallaty does a great job in this book explaining a framework to institute same gender intimate discipleship groups. As a pastor, if you want to develop a multiplying disciplemaking culture in your church then this is a vital resource for your library.
October 3, 2021
Probably the most foundational moving book I have read outside the Bible.
Robby challenged me to dig deeper into what it means to be a disciple of Jesus, and I have been pursing that passion since I started his book.
Now it has spurred me to develop D-groups at my church. I have also finished my first book and am starting another that focuses on making disciples of Jesus who make disciples.
Robby challenged me to dig deeper into what it means to be a disciple of Jesus, and I have been pursing that passion since I started his book.
Now it has spurred me to develop D-groups at my church. I have also finished my first book and am starting another that focuses on making disciples of Jesus who make disciples.
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