Overcoming Digital Distance: The Challenge of Developing Relational Disciples in the Internet Age

Jesus' model for discipleship (John 15:1-16) is grounded within a context of human and divine relationships: abiding in Christ, fellowshipping with other disciples, and ministering to needs of others in the world and in the church. As the Christian community becomes increasingly reliant on digi...

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Main Author: Shirley, Chris (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage Publications [2017]
In: Christian education journal
Year: 2017, Volume: 14, Issue: 2, Pages: 376-390
IxTheo Classification:CB Christian life; spirituality
HC New Testament
RF Christian education; catechetics
RH Evangelization; Christian media
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Summary:Jesus' model for discipleship (John 15:1-16) is grounded within a context of human and divine relationships: abiding in Christ, fellowshipping with other disciples, and ministering to needs of others in the world and in the church. As the Christian community becomes increasingly reliant on digital technology and the Internet to provide an environment and resources for disciple-making we must also be familiar with the available options and understand the benefits and limitations of using these methods as we seek to establish and enhance these essential spiritual relationships.
ISSN:2378-525X
Contains:Enthalten in: Christian education journal
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1177/073989131701400210