Simple Discipleship Guide Using Ephesians

Session 1: Knowing God
Passage: Ephesians 1

  • Have the person you’re discipling read chapter one multiple times, writing down (1) observations and (2) questions.

Big Idea:

  • Salvation begins with God. The Father planned it, the Son accomplished it, and the Spirit secures it.

Key Theological Truths:

  • The Father chose and adopted us (1:3–6)

    • Before we ever pursued God, He pursued us.

  • Salvation is rooted in His grace, not our performance.

    • The Son redeemed us (1:7–12)

  • Redemption means Jesus purchased our freedom through His blood.

    • Our sins are forgiven because Christ paid for them.

  • The Spirit seals us (1:13–14)

    • When we believe the gospel, the Holy Spiritcomes to dwell in us.

  • The Spirit is God’s guarantee that we belong to Him forever.

Application:

  • Thankful prayer (1:15-23)

    • Use Paul’s words of thanksgiving to communicate your thankfulness for the Lord’s work in the life of who you’re meeting with.

Discussion:

  • What does it mean that God “chose us” before the foundation of the world?

  • Why is it important that salvation is based on grace rather than effort?

  • What does it mean that the Holy Spirit “seals” believers?

Christian Habit # 1: Prayer

  • Thank each person of the Trinity in prayer.

  • Memorize Ephesians 1:7.

  • Start a habit of daily gratitude for salvation.

Session 2: Knowing Ourselves
Passage: Ephesians 2