(Retreat Talk 3) Investment We Are to Make
God is always glorifying Himself through a people, and we join in this work by making disciples. Colossians 1:28–29 shows us that the purpose of discipleship is maturity in Christ and the power behind it is Christ’s strength, not our own. In this Women’s Retreat talk, Erin Wheeler shares five practical ways we can engage in discipleship. We equip others with the Word and integrate with prayer. We are to cheer others on as we see the gospel at work in their lives, treating them as people to love, not projects to manage. This kind of investment often requires courage and emotional generosity—spending from our “emotional wallets” to faithfully steward what God has given us for His kingdom and His glory.
(Retreat Talk 2) Imitation We Are to Follow
Jesus models perfect service, humility, sacrifice, and availability—and we are to follow His example. God graciously places faithful leaders within the local church for us to learn from and to follow, especially as we seek to grow in Christlikeness. In this Women’s Retreat talk, Erin Wheeler teaches from Philippians 3:16–17 and 1 Thessalonians 1:2–10, showing us that imitation is a vital part of discipleship. As women, our primary places of investment are the home and the church. We must be intentional and consistent in this work, praying for willing hearts to seek out those we can disciple or be discipled by.
(Retreat Talk 1) Instruction We Are Given
Women must be grounded in gospel truth. How we live and conduct ourselves reveals what we believe. Titus 2:3-5 commands older women to live in a way that honors God and to teach and encourage younger women in godly living. In this Women’s Retreat talk, Erin Wheeler shows us that discipling is not optional; it is a command that calls for humility and availability. It means doing intentional, spiritual good in the life of another believer to encourage them in their walk with Christ.
