The Essentials Set
Thriving small groups.
Authentic leaders.
Compassionate disciples.
Motivated witnesses.
Does your church have the essentials?
The Essentials Set is a series of in-depth workbooks that brings the essentials of Christian ministry into contact with the real life of your congregation. With books on discipleship, evangelism, leadership, and the Great Commandment, there is something for everyone at your church, from veteran ministry leaders to regular attenders.
Unique among Bible study materials, the Essentials model seizes the great potential of small groups by calling individuals into intimate, accountable relationships centered on the essentials of God's Word.
Every Essentials experience is built on three conditions for transformation:
- The unchanging truth of God's Word
- Transparent relationships
- Mutual accountability
As each Essentials group matures in these areas, members are encouraged to start again with new groups, creating an ever-expanding, multigenerational discipling network within your community. If you want to see unprecedented growth in every facet of your ministry, there's no better place to begin than the Essentials Set.
Praise for the Series
"If you're looking for a shortcut to the likeness of Christ, stop looking because there isn't one. No program or structure can replace the hard, time-consuming, rewarding and utterly fulfilling process of discipleship. Discipleship Essentials is revolutionizing the lives of the people in our church. Everyone can and should use this effective tool!"
—Jan den Ouden, minister-at-large, OM International, Rotterdam
"One of the most serious challenges facing the church in North America is that of undiscipled church members. Greg Ogden's work seeks to move Sunday-only consumer Christians into the adventurous life of following Jesus on a daily basis in authentic community. It provides an indispensable resource to help local churches address this challenge."
—Eddie Gibs, professor, Fuller Theological Seminary
"Discipleship Essentials is the most effective tool I know of for use in encouraging actual growth in personal discipleship. I give it to all of the pastors I am working with in congregational transformation and missional engagement because growing disciples is essential to their congregations' vitality."
—E. Stanley Ott, president, The Vital Churches Institute
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paperbackDiscipleship Essentials
A Guide to Building Your Life in Christ
The Essentials Set
by Greg Ogden
We grow in Christ as we seek him together. Jesus' own pattern of disciple-making was to be intimately involved with others. This expanded 25-session workbook by Greg Ogden, perfect for small groups or individuals, helps us influence others as Jesus did—by investing in a few. Working through it will deepen your knowledge of essential Christian teaching and strengthen your faith.
Number of Studies: 25
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paperbackEssential Guide to Becoming a Disciple
Eight Sessions for Mentoring and Discipleship
The Essentials Set
by Greg Ogden
What am I committing to when I say I want to follow Jesus? Following the format of his bestselling book Discipleship Essentials, Greg Ogden has created this accessible introduction to Christian life for new believers. Whether you are mentoring one-on-one or in a small group, this essential guide will serve as an ideal on-ramp into the discipleship journey.
Number of Studies: 8
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paperbackLeadership Essentials
Shaping Vision, Multiplying Influence, Defining Character
The Essentials Set
by Greg Ogden and Daniel Meyer
Maybe you've shied away from leadership because you don't know what it will involve, or you feel too unsure of your own abilities. But your leadership is needed! Designed to work well on your own, with a partner or with a group, this twelve-session workbook is the essential preparation tool for those who would be led and shaped by Christ to lead others with strength and wisdom.
Number of Studies: 12
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paperbackNew Testament Essentials
Father, Son, Spirit and Kingdom
The Essentials Set
by Robbie F. Castleman
Have you ever been overwhelmed by the writings of the New Testament? This 12-session study helps us see Scripture in its own historical and cultural context before guiding us to apply it to our own lives—a comprehensive overview to enrich our knowledge and deepen our faith.
Number of Studies: 12
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paperbackOld Testament Essentials
Creation, Conquest, Exile and Return
The Essentials Set
by Tremper Longman III
Following the format of the Essentials series (as designed by Greg Ogden, author of Discipleship Essentials), this comprehensive guide from Tremper Longman offers a survey of the Old Testament for use in the context of a small group. Eachstudy contains a question-answer format, a field-tested inductive Bible study and questions to draw out key principles.
Number of Studies: 17
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paperbackThe Essential Commandment
A Disciple's Guide to Loving God and Others
The Essentials Set
by Greg Ogden
Is it really possible to live out the Great Commandment? In this practical, in-depth handbook which follows the format of his bestselling Discipleship Essentials, Greg Ogden draws from his years of pastoral experience training and discipling others to help us be changed by Christ into people who love God and others with all that we are.
Number of Studies: 12
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paperbackWitness Essentials
Evangelism that Makes Disciples
The Essentials Set
by Daniel Meyer
We know the radical difference the gospel of Jesus Christ makes, and we want others to know of it. So often, though, we feel that we are inadequate to the task. The Bible studies, exercises and readings in Daniel Meyer's new book will deepen yourfaith and equip you to minister to others with a new sense of confidence and calling.
Number of Studies: 12
