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making disciples in the informational age
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Knowledge is Power… Sir Francis Bacon
The Informational Paradigm ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Expressions of  the Informational Paradigm ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Problems with the Informational Paradigm ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
The Formational Paradigm ,[object Object],[object Object]
The Formational Paradigm ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Issues with  the Formational Paradigm as practiced today ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
The formational paradigm should include the acquisition of information, but in actual practice sometimes avoids that in pursuit of  experiential learning.  Warning! Generalization Alert
Disciplemaking… Information = knowledge Formation = experience Knowledge Experience
Disciplemaking… Knowledge Experience
Disciplemaking… Knowledge Experience Epistemology How do we maintain our faith and trust in our knowledge and experience?
Disciplemaking… The intersection of knowledge, experience, & epistemology = Know How
Know How puts knowledge to work in the real world
“ Knowledge is power only if you  know how  to use it.” -Denise Caruso
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We need discipleship systems that… ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
What elements, methods, media, etc. are needed to create a disciple making system which combines knowledge and experience while allowing for authentic community?
Disciplemaking What information does a disciple of Jesus Christ need to have in order to be an effective disciple? What experiences and practices do disciples need to engage in on the journey to effective discipleship?
 
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Jay Voorhees [email_address] www.onlywonder.com www.technopastor.com www.methoblog.com www.imanthano.com

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