Explain the meaning of discipleship.

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A disciple is someone who follows, believes and devotes themselves to a leader. This leader may belong to any art, thought, conduct or group. In the Christian belief a disciple is someone who adheres to the life, word and teachings of Jesus. They are also referred to as suffering servants.

In today's world most people consider the word disciple to mean one of Christ's followers. They do not believe that there are disciples in the present age because they are referred to in the bible. It is my belief that modern day disciples are clerics, nuns, missionaries and all those who live their life in light of Jesus.

Discipleship is one of many themes in Mark's gospel. It is very interesting; it focuses on the calling of men to follow Jesus. As you read through the whole of the gospel there is a feeling that the theme of discipleship moves through three main stages. First, the disciples don't understand who Jesus is or what he is teaching. An example of this is illustrated in the calming of the storm, they were afraid when Jesus calmed it. Jesus was angry at their lack of faith and so scolded them.