Disciple-making continues between formal meetings through prayer, brief encouragement, preparation, follow-up, and attention to what the disciple is practicing. Between-meeting contact should support growth without creating dependence or constant monitoring.
Article 187: Pray Specifically
Remember the disciple’s current struggles, relationships, and next steps before God.
Review the Last Commitment
Know what act of obedience or practice the disciple intended to pursue.
Send Encouragement When Helpful
A verse, short question, or prayer can strengthen consistency.
Avoid Excessive Checking
Accountability should not feel like surveillance.
Prepare the Next Scripture Passage
Choose material that connects with the disciple’s present growth.
Notice Important Life Events
A difficult appointment, family event, interview, or anniversary may deserve follow-up.
Continue Your Own Growth
Disciple-makers should remain disciples themselves.
Keep Confidential Information Secure
Do not casually discuss the disciple’s life with others.
Pray About Reproduction
Ask God how the disciple may begin helping someone else.
Pray Through the Disciple’s Current Growth Areas
Keep a short private list of two or three areas the disciple is working on and pray through them during the week. This helps the next meeting begin from real life rather than from a generic lesson plan.
Between-Meeting Faithfulness Strengthens the Relationship
Thoughtful support helps the formal meeting remain connected to real life while preserving the disciple’s responsibility before Christ.