The document summarizes the key points from a church class on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. It discusses that to be a disciple, one must deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Jesus. Denying oneself means not living independently from God through pride and self-reliance. Taking up one's cross signifies being willing to die to oneself to do God's will. Following Jesus entails living as He lived through ongoing commitment and submission to His teachings. The document questions whether one can truly be a Christian without being a disciple in this sense.