Explain how this teaching about discipleship might Affect the life of a Christian today.

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Chris Yates 10.S

Explain how this teaching about discipleship might

Affect the life of a Christian today.

The aim of this essay is to show the different effects of discipleship today. Many Christians have different commitments, for example, jobs, looking after kids and so on. These people are baptised but do not fulfil their commitment to god, only attending masses at Christmas, Easter, death or Marriages. Some Christians do not even manage this. These Christians haven't understood the commitment involved.

On the Other hand, some Christians are true disciples as they help out at masses with readings and collections. They give voluntary work at youth clubs and charity events and so on. They are called to apply Jesus' teachings in everyday life. Especially with the problems today with violence, drugs, crime, homelessness and healing the sick. These people have true faith and take discipleship a bit further, meaning more cost, but greater rewards.
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Another type of Christian discipleship, is those who sacrifice all to spend life with god. A good example of this people are Roman Catholic Church Priests, who give up marriage and family to dedicate their lives to the church by having no distractions and no ties. Many people respect Priests because they have cost very important things to be closer with God and the Church. Some people do not respect Priests and think its bad that they have sacrificed most important things. In the C of E Vicars make a commitment, but they are allowed to marry. This ...

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