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<p class="Body-Text">Paul’s most direct appeal for discipleship is found in 2 Timothy 2:1–2: <span class="italics _idGenCharOverride-1">“You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also.”</span> Here, Paul reminds Timothy to recognize the one who shared the message with him (Paul). He also reminds Timothy that it is necessary to continue the progress of the Gospel by taking what you have learned and sharing it with others (Timothy’s disciples). Note the four generations of believers included in Paul’s admonition to Timothy:</p>
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<p class="Body-Text">Based on the example of Paul, and his frequent admonitions to teach others, it is clear that Christ’s command to make disciples was taken seriously and obeyed during the apostolic age. His command is no less compelling to believers today.</p>
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