TechnologyJuly 15, 2026

discipleship

/dɪˈsaɪpəlsɪp/

Definition

The active process of mentoring, teaching, and guiding individuals to grow in their maturity, character, and commitment to the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'disciple,' originating from the Latin 'discipulus' (learner or pupil), combined with the Old English suffix '-ship' indicating a state or condition. It evolved to describe the specific relationship and training process between a teacher and their followers.

In the news

In this article, the author explains that using AI for administrative tasks creates more time for the relational, hands-on work of discipleship, which is a core pastoral duty. It emphasizes that while AI can manage data, it cannot perform the spiritual development required for genuine faith growth.

Guest Editorial: What working with AI has taught me about the church

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Baptist Standard

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