Discipleship & Disciplemaking
Being committed followers of Christ who intentionally invest in others — helping them become disciples who make disciples.
Matthew 28:19–20 · 2 Timothy 2:2
Make Disciples, Not Just Converts
Jesus' final command was not to gather crowds — it was to make disciples. Matthew 28:19–20 frames the entire mission of the Church: "Go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you."
At OA Othniel Ministry, discipleship is not a programme — it is the life we live. Every believer is called to be a disciple and to make disciples. This conviction shapes everything we do: our camp meetings, our podcast, our resources, and our one-to-one relationships.
2 Timothy 2:2
"And the things you have heard me say… entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others."
Four Pillars of Disciplemaking
Word
Grounding every disciple in Scripture — reading, studying, and obeying the Word of God.
Prayer
Cultivating a life of prayer — individually and corporately — as the foundation of all ministry.
Community
Doing life together in accountable, loving fellowship that mirrors the early church.
Mission
Sending every disciple to go and make disciples — reproducing the pattern Jesus modelled.
"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you."
Matthew 28:19–20 ESVThis is not a suggestion — it is the defining mandate of every follower of Christ. We are called to reproduce, not merely to attend.
Intentional, Relational Investment
Our discipleship model follows the pattern Jesus demonstrated — pouring his life into twelve so that they could pour their lives into the world. Intentional: we identify, invite, and invest in people. Relational: discipleship happens in the context of real, honest relationships.
Be a disciple
Everything begins with personal surrender and growth in Christ.
Find a Paul
Identify a mature believer who can pour into your life and hold you accountable.
Find a Timothy
Invest intentionally in someone younger in faith — teach what you have received.
Repeat the pattern
Entrust what you receive to faithful others who will teach still others (2 Tim 2:2).
Resources for Your Journey
Teachings, podcasts, and written resources to help you grow as a disciple and equip you to make disciples.
Teachings
In-depth biblical teachings to ground you and those you disciple in the faith.
Read TeachingsReady to Begin Your Journey?
Whether you are just beginning to follow Christ or are looking to invest in others — there is a place for you in this mission.