This document outlines an 8-step process for systematically studying the Bible and making disciples: 1) Test and develop disciples' foundations by studying Genesis to Judges. 2) Engage the whole city by gathering believers and studying 1 Samuel to Malachi. 3) Gather kingdom-focused leaders and study Psalms to Ecclesiastes. 4) Begin discipleship training and study Lamentations to 2 Chronicles. 5) Begin additional training centers and study Matthew to Romans. 6) Transform cities by launching teams and studying 1 Corinthians to Colossians. 7) Release disciples to other churches and study 1 Thessalonians to Philemon. 8) Encourage elders and study Hebrews

1. Staying Connected for Life’s Story
Blog Summary: Genesis to Revelation in order of Hebrew canon (www.markpomeroy.com)
Christian researcher George Barna wrote that “churches expose Christians to scattered, random bits
of Biblical knowledge. . . . In just a few hours those principles or truths are lost in the busyness and
complexity of daily life. . . . Sufficient context was not provided, nor was a method taught that could
enable them to analyze, categorize and utilize the principles or truths discussed in class. This
inability to systematically apply Biblical truth produces a spiritual superficiality and immaturity
reflected in the behaviors and attitudes of general society and in the Church as well.”
Like the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, our hearts burn so we can understand the Scriptures
by studying the Law, Prophets, Psalms and now, the New Testament,
in consecutive order as follows (Luke 24:27,32,44-45):
Four fields of kingdom growth (diagram above) outline the basic process of how the Kingdom
grows. This process is outlined in many of Jesus’ agricultural-based parables, but particularly in
Mark 4:26-29. This parable illustrates the high value activities that Jesus prioritized throughout
His three years of earthly ministry.
• First, like the farmer, Jesus entered into the empty field looking for God prepared people.
• Second, like the farmer, Jesus casted the seed of God’s Word by proclaiming the Gospel of the
Kingdom and calling people to respond.
• Third, like the farmer, Jesus tended to the growth which God caused by His Spirit. He insured His
disciples’ growth by calling them to follow, love, and obey Him, while transforming them into fishers
of people.
• Fourth, like the farmer, Jesus gathered the harvest of disciples together; He did not simply disciple
people one-on-one, but formed communities of faith everywhere He went.
• Fifth, like the farmer, Jesus had a product that could be reproduced in the seasons to come. From
the harvest came leaders who reproduced the kingdom when Jesus left.
Develop Larger Vision for Church (Eph. 1-3)
• Rely on God’s Provision of Every Spiritual Blessing
in the Heavenly Places (Eph. 1:1-14)
• Ask for Wisdom to Know God (Eph. 1:15-23)
• Trust Christ as Savior and Demonstrate God’s Love
through Good Works (Eph. 2:1-10)
• Trust in Christ’s Blood to Create Unity (Eph. 2:11-22)
• Pray, Serve and Preach the Gospel (Eph. 3:1-13)
• Trust God for the Impossible (Eph. 3:14-21)
Implement Larger Vision for Church (Eph. 4-6)
• Five-Fold Gifted Ones Equip Believers for Works
of Service (Eph. 4:1-16)
• Teach Truth of Christ (Eph. 4:17-32)
• Be Filled with the Holy Spirit (Eph. 5:1-21)
• Demonstrate Christ’s relationship with His church
(Eph. 5:22-33)
• Train Children/Serve Christ Wholeheartedly (Eph. 6:1-9)
• Put on the full armor of God (Eph. 6:10-24)

2. Grounded: Abide in God’s word through prayer and Bible study
Step 1: Test and Develop the Disciples’ Spiritual Foundation
Pursue God-Fearing and Christ-Centered Values (Luke 1-3)
Find core group of disciples from various congregations in a city (Acts 19:1-7: principles from Ephesus)
Genesis Overcome family issues through stories of the Old Testament
Exodus Choose God’s path over the allure of world riches and success
Leviticus Learn to depend on God & recognize the significance of Christ’s death/resurrection
Numbers Serve others in a family environment
Deuteronomy Choose faithful disciple-makers
Joshua, Judges Use God’s word to build yourself up, encourage others & see relationships restored
Go: Determine where to go with the Gospel (e.g. friends, family, neighborhood, workplace, etc.)
Step 2: Engage the Whole City Church
Build a Bible-Based Environment (Luke 4-7)
Gather all willing believers in unity (Acts 19:8: principles from Ephesus)
1 & 2 Samuel Cultivate real relationships and establish accountability
1 & 2 Kings Develop unified disciple-making and mentoring relationships
Isaiah Find prepared hearts who will respond to city and national crisis
Jeremiah Find disciple-makers (mentor coaches) to disciple and rebuild cities
Ezekiel Prepare city for multiplying disciple-makers who practice and teach God’s word
Equip Disciple-makers to Rebuild Unified Church Across Cultural Spheres
Hosea Personal Preparation: Surrender to Christ’s Lordship through spiritual disciplines
Joel City-Wide Awakening: Bring life to your city as body of Christ returns to a loving God
Amos Encourage people to return to God by telling the truth and making His word primary
Obadiah Ministry Launch: See suffering to identify ministry so God rules in His assigned territory
Jonah Prayerwalk and proclaim God’s message in context of His sovereignty
Micah Ministry Strategies: Restore godly foundations teaching His word to establish His kingship
Nahum Pray God’s attributes to defeat control and materialism
Habakkuk Rejoice and live by faith in God to accomplish His purpose
Zephaniah Ministry Priorities: Ask God to rescue prodigals from sin
Haggai Steward God’s resources to participate in His kingdom
Zechariah Send disciple-makers who equip spiritually healthy people to disciple the needy
Malachi Develop closer relationships between fathers and children
Gospel: Share gospel of Christ whenever you have opportunity
Step 3: Gather Kingdom-focused Leaders
Create Spirit-Filled and Prayer-Focused Outreach to Gain Kingdom-Minded Victories (Luke 8-13)
Preach the gospel and find willing leaders (Acts 19:9a: principles from Ephesus)
Psalms Reign with authority praying God’s word

3. Job Allow trials of life to produce more of God’s character in you
Proverbs Obtain wisdom to develop a healthy family and successful relationships with others
Ruth God brings unusual & unexpected events and people to accomplish His purposes
Song of Songs Create a loving and intimate marriage through God’s love
Ecclesiastes Manage work-life balance and build a Biblical worldview in your city
Grow: Disciple individuals to grow in image of Christ after they trust Him as Savior
Step 4: Begin a Daily, City-Centered, Discussion-based, Discipleship Training
Disciple Mission-Driven Leaders in a Soul-Saving Community (Luke 14-24)
Create a centralized, discipleship movement to train disciples (Acts 19:9b-10: principles from Ephesus)
Lamentations Restore wounded individuals and cities
Esther Embrace God’s calling to act with boldness
Daniel Trust Christ during crisis to influence people toward wisdom
Ezra Obey God to build God’s kingdom upon spiritual foundation
Nehemiah Rebuild broken walls to impart Biblical worldview in your community
1 & 2
Chronicles
Develop character values to support a reproducing, discipleship movement
Find a core group of disciples from various congregations in a city
to test and develop their spiritual foundation (Genesis – Judges)
and gather all willing believers in unity to engage the whole city church (1 Samuel – Malachi),
to preach the gospel & find willing leaders for Spirit-filled/prayer-focused outreach (Psalms – Ecclesiastes)
to begin a daily, city-centered, discussion-based, discipleship training center
(Lamentations – 2 Chronicles)
that trains disciple-makers (persons of peace) continuously from surrounding regions
to begin additional discipleship centers (Matthew – Romans)
and launch apostolic teams into various cultural spheres to transform cities (1 Corinthians – Colossians)
by building relationships/teaching full counsel of God with city churches (1 Thessalonians – Philemon)
to encourage, train, and protect city church elders from false teaching (Hebrews – Revelation)
Grow: Disciple individuals to grow in the image of Christ after they trust Him as Savior
Step 5: Begin Additional Discipleship Training Centers
Empower Persons of Peace in Holy Spirit (Acts 1-12)
Train disciple-makers continuously in surrounding regions (Acts 19:10: principles from Ephesus)
Matthew Allow God’s word to develop your character for healthy relationships and to serve others
Mark Step into Jesus’ calling to share the Gospel with others
Luke Engage in outreach to others through prayer, the Spirit and God’s word
John Share your testimony as a witness of Christ’s power
Acts Seek God for Spirit-led apostolic teams
Romans Develop a more solid identity in Christ as you teach others about God’s grace

4. Gather: Begin churches with persons of peace in homes, workplaces and schools
Step 6: Transform a City and Surrounding Areas Completely
Launch Apostolic Teams into Various Cultural Spheres (Acts 13-16)
Infiltrate and transform the culture by a city (Acts 19:11-41: principles from Ephesus)
1 Corinthians Grow deeper in knowing who Christ truly is
2 Corinthians Disciple others to follow the Spirit’s leading in reaching others for Christ
Galatians Experience God’s mighty power through the Holy Spirit
Ephesians Implement a larger vision for church in your city so the gospel goes forth with boldness
Philippians Know and make Christ known
Colossians Be rooted in Christ to prepare for discipleship ministry
Guide: Multiply the harvest by training disciple-makers who repeat the preceding process
Step 7: Release and Minister to Other City Churches
Teach Full Counsel of God (Acts 17-22)
Build relationships and worship with disciples from various cities (Acts. 20:1-12: principles from Ephesus)
1 Thess. Develop a discipling and multiplying church culture
2 Thess. Allow God to spread His message rapidly
1 Timothy Learn the prerequisites and actions for an effective congregation
2 Timothy Use God’s word to free people from Satan’s snares
Titus Mentor and disciple younger adults
Philemon Share your faith to refresh others
Guide: Multiply the harvest by training disciple-makers who repeat the preceding process
Step 8: Encourage and Train City Church Elders
Expand Your Disciple-making Initiatives (Acts 23-28)
Serve & share gospel and protect shepherds from false teaching (Acts 20:13-38: principles from Ephesus)
Hebrews Apply Jesus’ death to extend God’s kingdom on earth
James Submit to God for life-giving faith and blessings
1 & 2 Peter Allow trials and studying God’s promises equip you as a shepherd
1, 2 & 3 John Proclaim God’s truth to experience joyful and loving fellowship with true gospel workers
Jude Contend earnestly for the faith
Revelation Participate in the kingdom of God and live in Christ’s victory