Jesus commanded the church to “Go and make disciples of all nations.” (Matthew 28:19)
At Lynn Haven Methodist our mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ who love God and love others. We seek to be, and develop others to be, the type of disciples who are always taking the next steps that lead to becoming a “Dream Disciple”. On January 11, 2026, we launched a vision plan for what it means to be a “Dream Disciple”. We invite you to follow along with us as we explore what it looks like to live as Faithful Followers, Compassionate Friends, Bold Storytellers & Intentional Investors.
Faithful Follower
I will surrender daily to the way of Jesus...
Helpful Resources
Accountability Questions:
How are you walking out your faith daily?
How are you doing with basic spiritual disciples like daily Bible reading, prayer and regular participation in corporate worship?
Do you make an effort every day to grow closer to God, to surrender your own agenda and to have a soft repentant heart?
What is God doing in your life right now?
Can you see the good things God is doing right now?
Are there areas where you need to surrender or grow?
What can you celebrate, and what are your challenges?
Do you have a group of people to share this with?
How to start a daily quiet time
Recommended book on quiet times: “Feeding Your Soul“ by Jean Fleming)
Compassionate Friend
I will love & serve others sacrificially...
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Accountability Questions:
How have you loved & served others this week?
Where are you actively showing love to others beyond your immediate family – in the church, in the community, elsewhere?
Can you list specific things you did this week to love and serve others?
What are you giving of your time, talents, and treasure for others?
What new relationships are you building where you live, work, and play?
Consider your “circles of influence” where you live, work, and play. What relationships do you already have in these circles?
What new relationships are you intentionally building in each circle?
Be specific and list names of people where you have an opportunity to be a Compassionate Friend and share the love of Jesus.
Bold Storyteller
I will share the gospel & what God has done...
Helpful Resources
Accountability Questions:
Who did you share with this week?
Have you given thought to what your story with Jesus is and how you would share it with someone else?
Can you do it in less than 3 minutes, as an opening line to a deeper discussion?
Are you prepared to explain the gospel in a simple manner?
Who are you praying will hear your story?
Are you praying that God would help you be attentive and see people?
Who in your “circles of influence” might need to hear your story?
Be specific and list names of people, then begin praying for an opportunity to tell your story.
Intentional Investor
I will invest in the spiritual growth of others...
Helpful Resources
Accountability Questions:
How are you using your gifting and strengths right now?
Do you know yourself, your unique gifting and strengths? (Consider the SHAPE class
linked below – spiritual gifts, heart passions, special abilities, personality, and experiences.)
Are you using your strengths to invest in others inside the church oroutside?
Are you thriving in your unique calling and space?
How are you helping someone grow this week?
Who are you investing in?
If you do not have someone, where might you find someone in
your circles of influence to invest in?
Pray about this. Is anyone investing in you?
