"Be" Step 1 | Believe, Repent, and Become a Disciple

Jesus commands everyone to repent, believe in the gospel, and become a disciple.The word repent means to change your mind, to turn around, and to go in another direction. When we hear the gospel—the good news that God sent His Son Jesus to die to pay for our sins—something inside us knows it’s true, and we must choose to believe it and follow Jesus. When we do, God freely forgives all our sins, gives us eternal life, and makes us part of His own family.

Read: Mark 1:14–20

Retell: Let each person restate the story in their
own words to show they understand it.

Discuss:
1. What lessons does this passage teach us?
2. Are you ready to believe the good news about Jesus and give God your areas of brokenness? If yes, it’s time to “be baptized” in water.
3. Who can I share this story with this week?

Complete Practical Training: PT-1 "Where Do I Start?"