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Why we make disciples

Depending on the situation and the person or group making the decision, there can be a variety of reasons for doing so. People may decide to become disciples for a variety of reasons, including:


Knowledge sharing: If someone has found value in a certain teaching or practice, they might feel compelled to spread that knowledge and enable others to gain from it as well.


Making disciples may be viewed as a duty or responsibility in some spiritual or religious traditions. For instance, in order to maintain the tradition, a teacher or master may be expected to impart their knowledge to others.


Making disciples is another strategy for disseminating a message or worldview. To help others find meaning or purpose in their lives, or to encourage positive change in the world, may be the driving force behind this.


Making disciples can also help to create and strengthen a group of people who are on the same page as you and have similar interests or goals.


Making disciples should ultimately come from a genuine desire to share something of value with others rather than out of duty or a need for personal gain. Making disciples can be a potent means of promoting spiritual and personal development as well as effecting positive change in the world when done with integrity and compassion.


The reasons why individuals or organizations choose to make disciples can vary depending on the context. Here are a few possible reasons:

  1. Spiritual growth: Making disciples can be seen as a way of helping others to grow and develop spiritually. By sharing teachings and practices, and providing guidance and support, individuals or organizations can help others to deepen their understanding of a particular tradition and cultivate positive qualities such as compassion, wisdom, and mindfulness.
  2. Community building: Making disciples can also be a way of building a sense of community and connection. By bringing people together around a shared set of values and practices, individuals or organizations can help to foster relationships and support networks that can provide a sense of belonging and support.
  3. Legacy building: In some cases, making disciples may be seen as a way of preserving and passing on a particular tradition or set of teachings. By ensuring that others understand and practice the teachings, individuals or organizations can help to ensure that they are not lost or forgotten over time.
  4. Leadership development: Making disciples can also be a way of developing leaders within a particular community or organization. By identifying and nurturing individuals who show potential as teachers or mentors, individuals or organizations can help to ensure that the tradition or community continues to thrive and grow over time.

Overall, the decision to make disciples is often motivated by a desire to share and pass on teachings and practices that are seen as valuable, meaningful, and transformative.



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