1. Local Church Community: Even Jesus didn't walk alone. He called 12 disciples who journeyed with him in ministry. He held them accountable, and they grew through community. At the birth of the New Testament Church in Acts 2, we see that after men and women put their faith in Jesus and were baptized, they entered into a community where they grew in the word, prayer, and fellowship. Do you have a local community that you are committed to? 

2. Devoted Prayer Life: Again, Jesus, our example, taught us in Luke 18:1 that we should always pray; he taught his disciples the model way of praying, and in his own life was devoted to prayer. The apostles were praying men and taught the church to be a praying body of believers. No growth in discipleship is absent from a commitment to prayer. Do you have a devoted life of prayer? 

3. Devoted to Studying God's Word: The Bible is the inspired word of God and is authoritative in the life of the believer. Through God's word, we learn of his nature, his will, and his way. The Bible teaches us not only about the faith but also how to walk in it. The word of God teaches us about the whole armor of God that we must put on to stand against the attack of the enemy. A faithful walk in discipleship requires that we be rooted in God's word. Are you committed to the study of the word of God? dsdf

4. Lead by the Spirit of God: A disciple's life must be Spirit-led, according to Ephesians 2. When we are saved, we are given the Spirit of God to indwell us. The Spirit of God not only seals us but empowers us (Acts 1:8) to live a regenerated life full of dependence on God. A disciple of Christ must trust the Spirit of God who lives in them every day of their lives. We walk in the flesh of our own ways; we will surely fall, but when we trust the Spirit to lead us, we can stand in surety that we have the victory. 

5. Walk in Accountability: When you become a disciple of Christ, not only do you walk in community, but you also walk in accountability. The word of God calls us to submit to God (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit), Church leadership, and submit to one another (the Body of Christ). Accountability helps to keep us aligned with God's will and challenges us in areas where we need growth. Accountability is discipleship are necessary, and to neglect such a matter would negatively impact the walk of a disciple.