A disciple-maker stays humble by remembering that Christ is the true Lord, God gives spiritual growth, Scripture remains the authority, and every leader is still a disciple who needs grace and correction. Spiritual influence becomes dangerous when leadership success begins to feel like personal importance.
Article 070: Remember Who Gives Growth
Paul refused to treat ministry fruit as proof of human greatness.
Stay Teachable
A leader who cannot receive correction will eventually misuse influence.
Admit Mistakes Quickly
Repentance models the gospel.
Avoid Measuring Worth by Numbers
Attendance and multiplication can become sources of pride.
Celebrate Other Leaders
Healthy disciple-makers rejoice when people learn from others.
Keep Private Spiritual Practices
Prayer and Scripture should not exist only for preparing lessons.
Ask for Feedback
Trusted believers can identify blind spots.
Point Attention Toward Christ
The goal is not for disciples to become impressed with the leader.
Keep One Person Who Can Correct You
Every disciple-maker should have at least one mature believer who is free to question motives, methods, relationships, and decisions. Humility becomes practical when someone has genuine permission to tell the leader what they may not want to hear.
Humility Protects Multiplication
A humble disciple-maker can release people, share leadership, and celebrate fruit without needing to remain central.