Becoming a Generous Disciple

Becoming a Generous Disciple: Six Principles to Live By, The Presiding Bishopric, Herald Publishing House, Independence MO, 2004. ISBN 9780830911202. This book is offered as a formative guide to help Community of Christ members and friends receive God’s generous gifts of love and grace as they respond faithfully as generous disciples of Jesus Christ. It expands upon the new understanding of tithing first presented at World Conference 2002 and explores in depth the six principles of a Disciple’s Generous Response: - A disciple practices generosity as a spiritual discipline in response to God’s grace and love. - A disciple is faithful in response to Christ’s ministry. - A disciple’s financial response, while unique to individual circumstances, expresses love of God, neighbor, creation, and oneself. - A disciple shares generously through tithing so that other may experience God’s generosity. - A disciple saves wisely in order to create a better tomorrow for self, family, the church’s mission and the world. - A disciple spends responsibly as a commitment to live in health and harmony with God and the world.

Resource Categories

• Discipleship development
  • Getting to know Jesus
  • Getting to know Christianity
  • Discipleship instruction
  • Spiritual Formation
• Evangelism
  • Articulating our faith
  • Sharing our witness
  • Community of Christ missionary resources
• Starting new groups/congregations
• Congregational leadership
• Worship
• Christian education
• Children and Youth Ministry
• Bridging ministry (outreach to people who have become separated from the church)
• Hospitality Ministry
• Community/Neighborhood Involvement
• Internet ministry
• Skills acquisition
• Natural Church Development
• International Christianity