Foundation: abide
Apart from Jesus we can do nothing (John 15). This page treats abiding as the foundation. It is not numbered as one of the five parts on the NoPlaceLeft toolbox.
Sent Ones DFW
Resources
Simple, biblical tools for making disciples who make disciples. Start with one conversation. The residency uses the five parts and four fields, and the Commands of Christ. The other links are related resources to explore.
Where these tools come from
Sent Ones DFW did not write this library. TheNoPlaceLeft coalition gathers a Four Fields toolbox (opens in a new tab).e3 Partners (opens in a new tab)describes its approach as Equip, Evangelize, and Establish. In the32-week, two-semester residency, Sent Ones DFW uses the five parts and four fields, and the Commands of Christ.
Start here
Three tools for a first conversation and a first lesson.
The 411
A simple training for Gospel conversations: who to reach, what to say, and when to start.
3 Circles
A clear, drawable way to share God’s story.
Watch 3 Circles (opens in a new tab)Read the 3 Circles page (opens in a new tab)
Commands of Christ
Short, obedience-based lessons for new believers. The residency uses these lessons.
Command 1: Repent and believe (opens in a new tab)7 Commands overview (opens in a new tab)
The big picture
Four Fields of kingdom growth
Jesus described the kingdom as seed growing in a field (Mark 4:26–29). The picture has an empty field, a seeded field, a sprouted field, and a harvested field. The five parts name the work in those fields.
- EntryWho to reach? How to engage?
- Gospel
- Discipleship
- Church
- Leaders
Watch: 5 parts / 4 fields (opens in a new tab)Four Fields drawing (opens in a new tab)
The path, one step at a time
1. Entry
The empty field. Find people who are ready to listen. Map the people you already know, and look for a house of peace among those you do not.
Oikos map (opens in a new tab)House of peace, Luke 10 (opens in a new tab)
2. Gospel
The seeded field. Share a short testimony and the 3 Circles, and notice the different ways people respond.
15-second testimony (opens in a new tab)3 Circles (opens in a new tab)4 responses to the Gospel (opens in a new tab)7 Stories of Hope (opens in a new tab)
3. Discipleship
The sprouted field. Teach obedience, not only information. A common pattern is the 3/3rds meeting, with the Commands of Christ for new believers.
3/3rds pattern (opens in a new tab)Commands of Christ (opens in a new tab)Sword Bible study method (opens in a new tab)
4. Church
The harvested field. Use Acts 2 as a mirror for what a church is, and help a new church grow toward health.
Church circle (opens in a new tab)From newborn to mature church (opens in a new tab)Handy guide to a healthy church (opens in a new tab)
5. Leaders
Multiply servants who multiply. Related tools include MAWL (model, assist, watch, launch), a 1-3-9 group, and the five levels of leadership. They are related, not one single curriculum.
MAWL (opens in a new tab)Identifying your 1-3-9 (opens in a new tab)5 levels of leadership (opens in a new tab)Five levels of movement leadership (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
More to explore
These sit beside the path. They are not all used in the residency.
Questions
Do I need training before I can use these?
You can try one tool on your own. The residency is where Sent Ones DFW practices the five parts and four fields, and the Commands of Christ, with other people. Not every link on this page is part of that cohort.
Where should I start?
Start with the 411 and 3 Circles. When you want the wider picture, follow the path on this page.
Are these only for missionaries or church planters?
No. The people who share these tools describe them for everyday believers: students, parents, and people with full-time work.
How do the Four Fields and the five parts relate?
They are one picture. The four fields show how the kingdom grows: empty, seeded, sprouted, harvested. The five parts name the work: Entry, Gospel, Discipleship, Church, and Leaders.
How does this connect to the Discipleship Residency?
The residency is 32 weeks, in two semesters, and it is currently ongoing in Tarrant County. It uses the five parts and four fields, and the Commands of Christ.Read about the residency.
Still wondering?Email usat sentonesdfw@gmail.com.
Sources
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