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THE DISCIPLESHIP PATHWAY

Your story.
His invitation.
Keep going.

A practical guide to growing with Jesus, finding your people, and living your purpose. Start where you are. Take one faithful next step.

Discipleship Pathway
AN INVITATION TO GROW

Become more
like Jesus.Day by day.

The Discipleship Pathway helps you grow as a follower of Jesus: closer to Him, deeper in community, and more intentional in your purpose.

You don’t need to have it all figured out. Reflect on where you are, choose one practical next step, and invite someone to walk with you.

JESUS · PEOPLE · PURPOSE

START WHERE YOU ARE

Every story has
a next chapter.

Which of these sounds like your season?
Explore a stage. Find a faithful next step.

  • Discover pages in the Discipleship Pathway guidebook
    STAGE 01

    Exploring faith & beginning the journey.

    You’re exploring. You’re curious. You’ve got questions. Start getting to know Jesus and explore what life with Him could look like.

    JESUSMeet Jesus
    PEOPLEExplore with people
    PURPOSEExplore God’s purpose
  • Develop pages in the Discipleship Pathway guidebook
    STAGE 02

    Growing in faith, friendships & purpose.

    You said yes to Jesus. Now you’re learning to follow Him. Build rhythms of faith, find your people, and discover how God has shaped you.

    JESUSFollow Jesus
    PEOPLEFind your people
    PURPOSEDevelop your purpose
  • Deepen pages in the Discipleship Pathway guidebook
    STAGE 03

    All of life is being shaped by & for Jesus.

    Let Jesus shape every part of your life. Grow in surrender, deepen your relationships, and live your purpose in the everyday.

    JESUSBe shaped by Jesus
    PEOPLEDo life with people
    PURPOSELive your purpose
  • Disciple Maker pages in the Discipleship Pathway guidebook
    STAGE 04

    Multiplying disciples & living on mission.

    Help others take their next step with Jesus. Invest your life in people and multiply what God has done in you.

    JESUSJoin Jesus
    PEOPLEInvest in people
    PURPOSEMultiply your purpose

You may recognize yourself in more than one stage. Start with the earlier one, and talk it through with someone who knows you.

Not sure where to start? You don’t have to choose alone. Explore Pathway Onramp →

Discipleship Pathway Guidebook included with Pathway Onramp
A GUIDED WAY TO GET STARTED

Pathway Onramp.

Pathway Onramp is a one-time, interactive workshop to help you find your next step—whether you’re new to Rise, exploring Jesus, or ready to get more connected.

  • Get oriented. Receive your Discipleship Pathway Guidebook.
  • Make it personal. Reflect on your journey and ask questions.
  • Leave with a next step. Find practical ways to grow in faith, community, and purpose.

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A LOOK INSIDE

Made to be opened.
Marked up.
Lived out.

A guide to come back to—through new beginnings, ordinary days, and the moments that change you.

A map for your journey.
01 / SEE THE BIG PICTURE

A map for your journey.

See how the four stages connect and reflect on the steps you’ve already taken.

Space to pause & reflect.
02 / MAKE IT PERSONAL

Space to pause & reflect.

Honest questions help you recognize where you are and what God may be inviting you into.

One faithful step at a time.
03 / PUT FAITH INTO PRACTICE

One faithful step at a time.

Build rhythms of Scripture, prayer, community, and purpose in the life you’re already living.

WATCH THE SERIES

Faith foreveryday life.

Explore the teaching behind the Discipleship Pathway. Watch on your own, or choose a message to discuss with someone walking alongside you.

A FEW THINGS YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING

Questions before
you start.

Still have a question?
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Who is the pathway for?

Anyone exploring or following Jesus. You can begin with questions about faith, build new rhythms as a believer, deepen your walk with Jesus, or grow in helping others follow Him.

Do I need to start at the beginning?

Begin by reading the stage descriptions and reflecting on where you are. If more than one stage fits, start with the earlier one. You can return to earlier steps whenever you need to strengthen a foundation.

How long does it take?

There’s no deadline. Some steps take weeks or months; others keep shaping you for a lifetime. Move at a pace that lets you put what you’re learning into practice.

Can I use the guidebook with someone else?

Yes. Read a section with a friend, spouse, mentor, or small group, discuss what stands out, and encourage each other as you take your next steps.

Is there a digital version?

Yes. You can open the full guidebook on your phone, tablet, or computer using the digital guidebook links on this page.

ONE JOURNEY. A LIFETIME OF GROWTH.

You don’t need to see
the whole path.
Just take the next step.