Early in my walk of faith I was encouraged to join a small group discipleship program called the ‘2:7 Series.’ I decided to participate, and it was one of the best decisions I ever made.
The 2:7 Series was developed by The Navigators, a parachurch ministry that for many years has emphasized both evangelism and disciple-making, in keeping with Jesus’ commands to His followers. The ‘2:7’ refers to Colossians 2:7, which reads, “ having been firmly rooted and now being built up in Him and established in your faith, just as you were instructed, and overflowing with gratitude.”
Those 25 words say a lot, but the ones that immediately jump out at me are “firmly rooted.” What comes ... (click for more)