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The Master Plan of Evangelism
The thirtieth-anniversary edition of the best-selling classic that models Jesus' method of evangelism.
Paperback, Abridged, 144 pages
Published
December 1st 1994
by Fleming H. Revell Company
(first published 1978)
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This is a great little book that has been around for almost 50 years. I agree with Coleman and I genuinely appreciate his conclusions. I wonder though, why a book that has had at least sixty-six printings has not seemed to influence the American church much. I have never seen so many endorsements on a book as much as this one, yet who is actually practicing what it says? I see more & more programs and literature being promoted to accomplish evangelism & discipleship, but no talk, much le...more
Overall this book was great. The principles of Jesus' ministry are explained, contrasted with contemporary "mass conversion" methods, and commended as the best way to make disciples. I agree with most of what Coleman says. I agree that focused effort on a few people is the most effective way to evangelize and make disciples. I like how Coleman casts vision for the benefit of future generations by the creation of a few self-replicating disciple-makers now: those who will faithfully multiply in th...more
Suberb. Clear. Concise. Coleman presents a marvelous look at how Jesus did ministry. It comes along with some very challenging application, and caused me to take a serious look at how I view evangelism.
"This is the new evangelism we need. It is not better methods, but better men and women who know their Redeemer from personal experience - men and women who see his vision and feel his passion for the world - men and women who are willing to be nothing so that he might be everything - men and wome...more
"This is the new evangelism we need. It is not better methods, but better men and women who know their Redeemer from personal experience - men and women who see his vision and feel his passion for the world - men and women who are willing to be nothing so that he might be everything - men and wome...more
This was a FANTASTIC book that ought to be read by anyone calling himself or herself a Christian. I've read many books, and this is one of the best I've ever read (and I'm not overstating it either). The book details Jesus' method of ministry. Some people, after reading this book, have said that it ought to be re-titled "The Master Plan of Discipleship" but I can't agree with that. See, Coleman, based on Jesus' life, teaches that true evangelism and discipleship go hand-in-hand. In other words,...more
By all American standards, Jesus failed as a church planter. One of his most intimate associates betrayed him, he was denied by his most outspoken supporter, and after he died, his former friends went fishing - for fish - not men. Even after Jesus rose from the dead, and appeared to certain people for 40 days, the number of believers was only about 120. What kind of church program was he running anyway?
Just the most effective, globally significant, time splitting, convert-making ministry the wor...more
Just the most effective, globally significant, time splitting, convert-making ministry the wor...more
Poignant Quotes:
The question must always be ask: Is it worth doing? and does it get the job done?
We must know how a course of action fits into the overall plan God has for our lives if it is to thrill our souls with a sense of destiny.
There was nothing haphazard about his life - no wasted energy, not an idle word. He was on business for God. He lived, he died, and he rose again according to schedule. Like a general plotting his course of battle, the Son of God calculated to win. He could not aff...more
The question must always be ask: Is it worth doing? and does it get the job done?
We must know how a course of action fits into the overall plan God has for our lives if it is to thrill our souls with a sense of destiny.
There was nothing haphazard about his life - no wasted energy, not an idle word. He was on business for God. He lived, he died, and he rose again according to schedule. Like a general plotting his course of battle, the Son of God calculated to win. He could not aff...more
I often feel inadequate when reading scripture because I lack the ability to derive a great depth of knowledge or applicability. This book highlighted some very critical aspects of Jesus' ministry that are within the Gospels and shows the way in which Jesus intended for me to disciple other young men. It is scripture-based and not his conjecture on some lofty ideas which is why I highly recommend it. Great insight into Jesus' example of spreading the Gospel to fulfill the Great Commission
Coleman proposes the following model as set up by Jesus himself. Evangelism and discipleship are almost inseparable. Effective evangelism-discipleship focuses on a few to reach the many. Jesus chose twelve, and within those twelve he focused on three. These twelve disciples (minus one notable exception) went on to reach the whole known world with the gospel. This model is very biblical, and in my own experience has proved effective. Read this book and learn the model.
1. You were made to be a disciple in order to make people into disciples in order to make people into disciples...
2. Imitate Jesus in this as much as you'd imitate him in morality.
This book is fairly simple, an identification of Jesus' methods in raising up his disciples. Reading the Gospels with this in mind may be better, actually. I give it 5 stars because I find it highly likely that I'll read it again, and it's definitely changed how I think.
2. Imitate Jesus in this as much as you'd imitate him in morality.
This book is fairly simple, an identification of Jesus' methods in raising up his disciples. Reading the Gospels with this in mind may be better, actually. I give it 5 stars because I find it highly likely that I'll read it again, and it's definitely changed how I think.
In some ways, I didn't really need to read this book--it's in my blood--which in many ways is exactly what Coleman wants.
This book is the manifesto whereby our church perceives of leadership and disciple-making. It is biblical, practical, and short, which are three things that all work really well for a book like this one. I imagine I'll go back to this book for reminder and inspiration until I'm dead.
This book is the manifesto whereby our church perceives of leadership and disciple-making. It is biblical, practical, and short, which are three things that all work really well for a book like this one. I imagine I'll go back to this book for reminder and inspiration until I'm dead.
This is a pretty good book. It basically just explores Jesus' method of discipling the twelve as a pattern for all discipleship. The author had a lot of unique takes on passages and verses throughout and some good insights. Obviously the method is sound, although traditional apprenticeship is more difficult to pull of in modern society. With some adaptation this is great.
This book contains a great model for sharing the message of Jesus Christ! Convinced that studying the Master would help to spread the gospel, the author shows us that Jesus offered the best blueprint for fulfilling the Great Commission. Even though there are many books on this subject, this one is still best for teaching Christ-centered evangelism.
One of the truly great books of all time, I would say, in the area of practical Christian ministry. Barna's new book unChristian documents how Americans outside the church view Christianity--as having lost most of what Jesus stood for. In The Great Omission, Dallas Willard highlights the primary reason--lack of discipleship. The Master Plan follows the gospel accounts and distills many of the key elements in Jesus' strategy for launching a global revolution of agape love through deeply transform...more
Practical. Simple. Easy to read. I read it once a year to stay to point about what the mission is. For someone serious about wanting to learn how to make disciples the way the Master did it, this is a great read!
Major Takeaways:
Jesus' primary method for fulfilling the Great Commission is discipleship.
Jesus called his disciples based not on their merit, but on whether they would be teachable.
Jesus' primary method for fulfilling the Great Commission is discipleship.
Jesus called his disciples based not on their merit, but on whether they would be teachable.
Feb 13, 2011
Cheryl
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3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
people who want to learn what it means to be a disciple
Shelves:
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I read this while on Summer Project in Eastern Europe with our team. Perfect balance of applicable principles and doctrine on great commission. Not too text bookish, but just enough.
I read this book for one of my seminary classes on evangelism and greatly enjoyed it. It very clearly examines how Jesus made disciples and what we need to do in this area.
the title at first scared me off because it contained the word "evangelism". The pictures that exist in my mind when I hear the word are of the "religious" people standing outside sproul plaza passing out tracks, condemning us as sinners who must repent or to similar extremes.
The book is different in that it describes Jesus' method in evangelizing and discipling which is the other extreme of what I experienced with aspiring evangelists. He focuses on the approach Jesus took in relationships and...more
The book is different in that it describes Jesus' method in evangelizing and discipling which is the other extreme of what I experienced with aspiring evangelists. He focuses on the approach Jesus took in relationships and...more
Great explanation of a discipleship model of ministry, as shown from Jesus' own methods. Gave me a desire for discipleship that I've never gotten over.
One of the most life-shaping books I've ever read. Clearly articulates how we might pattern our lives after Jesus as disciple makers.
Excellent little treatment of a book really on the subject of discipleship, I enjoyed it and I think you will too!
The key book that most influenced me on the mandate to not only make disciples, but in the process.
This is a great book to inspire you to make discipleship relationships and educate you in how to make them work.
A must read for anyone who is a believer in Christ. This is how Jesus taught us to make disciples.
this book was given to me upon entering Trinity to finish my batchelor's degree.
Classic work. Somewhat dated but still worth reading. Reading for the third time.
Revolutionized the way I approach evangelism/discipleship. Life-changing!
It was a good lesson on how Jesus approached evangelism. I enjoyed it.
This is the 5th time I've read this book and I always have the same conclusion: other than the Bible, this is the single greatest book on ministry! While it may be a bit outdated, the core concepts communicated are both powerful and extremely practical. This book is about Jesus: His life, His vision, His focus, His ministry. As disciples of Jesus, we should seek to implement His strategy for ministry, not our own. I am moved, as a Christian leader, to be about Jesus' ministry: making disicples....more
a really practical guide to evangelism in everyday life
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Robert E. Coleman is widely known for his ministry as a disciplemaker and evangelist, and for many years has given leadership to the Billy Graham Center Institute of Evangelism at Wheaton College, along with the International Schools of Evangelism. He is the author of 21 books, including bestseller The Master Plan of Evangelism. Translations of one or more of his books are published in 100 languag...more
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