Ephesian church. Paul’s work in Ephesus reveals three principles for training disciples. First, there must be our penetrating presence—our fellowship. We must spend time in the world of the disciples. We adapt to their environment and culture. Paul spent three years training disciples in Ephesus. Second, we must have ab parent-bbheartbuilding a loving relationship with the church family. Paul was like a father to the church—providing spiritual food and training for its members. Acts 20:17-38 shows the love between Paul and the church. Third, we must be the pace- setter—modeling the faith. Acts 20:17-38 reveals that Paul was an excellent role model for the church [see also Philippians 4:9]. Disciples observe the lifestyle of the teacher. Jesus told his disciples, Follow me (Matt. 4:19), rather than Just listen to
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