As pastors, our greatest privilege and responsibility is to steward the growth and development of the people God has entrusted to us. Foursquare has curated a library of actionable tools and resources around this very topic as we grow together on mission. The disciple, discover, develop and deploy leadership development resources are designed to support you in all areas of ministry as you disciple others and grow in your own discipleship journey.
Discipling resources
Tools to help you grow in character and Christlikeness alongside other believers.
ALPHA
The Alpha course seeks to introduce people to the basics of the Christian faith through a series of engaging talks and discussions. Learn more.
Rooted
A disciple-making resource based on the seven rhythms of discipleship and experiential learning. The discipleship ecosystem is designed to help churches align and energize existing small groups, create a clear discipleship journey for new people, launch a proven, sustainable plan for starting new groups, and help people engage in the rhythms of the early church to experience God’s Word, God’s Spirit, and God’s work. Learn more.
The Journey (books)
4-book set written by Foursquare’s own Daniel Brown that comprehensively covers basic doctrine. With easy-to-read language and practical exercises (for small groups or individuals), plus extensive Scripture references, the journey provides firm footing on essential Christian doctrines and practical insights for walking with God. Learn more.
Foursquare Path
10-week discipleship program established in the Foursquare Gospel. Developed by Foursquare Pastor and Professor Dr. Tim Lee, Foursquare Path equips churches and leaders to make disciples of Jesus rooted in the Foursquare Gospel. Learn more.
Operation Solid Lives (OSL)
Developed by Foursquare Pastors Jerry and Kimberly Dirmann, OSL is a highly effective, proven system of discipleship that has been written, tested and refined—time and again for over 20 years—to maximize its ability to impact individuals and accommodate masses of believers who are genuinely hungry for God’s word. Learn more.
Jesus’ Disciple App
Free discipleship app from The Rock Church. This discipleship system can be used by any group to learn and apply life-changing truths from God’s Word and be activated to a life of following Jesus, including fulfilling their respective callings. Learn more.
Ordinary Discipleship (book)
Ordained Foursquare pastor Jessie Cruickshank learned how to be a disciple-maker in the wilderness. When she connected her training in outdoor adventure ministry with her Harvard degree in neuroeducation, God showed her a pathway for ordinary disciples of Jesus to experience profound spiritual growth. Learn more.
Emotionally Healthy Discipleship: Moving from Shallow Christianity to Deep Transformation (book)
A transformative discipleship strategy written by Peter Scazzero that goes beyond surface issues and deep into the emotional health of individuals. EHD is a methods-based biblical theology that, when fully implemented, informs every area of a church, ministry, or organization. Learn more.
Discipleship Pathway
Step-by-step guide for developing disciples for NextGen students and leaders. The Discipleship Pathway teaches a simple, practical, and straightforward approach to discipleship that can help you train and equip student leaders and even adult volunteers. Learn more.
Jesus People (free PDF download)
12-week discipleship pathway for teens. The only materials needed are a Bible, a notebook or journal, and a printed copy of this booklet. This resource has a 3-part rhythm: daily habits, weekly meetings, and monthly hangouts. Learn more.
