The Discipleship Path
"But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ…” (2 Peter 3:18a). This isn’t just a good idea; it’s a command. Jesus, in “The Great Commission,” tells His followers to make disciples, not just converts. A Christian is a disciple by definition—one who wants more than anything else to be like the Master. At Woodland Hills Christian Church, we offer a systematic plan and the support to help you move successfully along the path of life as you grow into the image and likeness of the Master. I’ll be glad to answer any questions or help you in any way I can regarding discipleship at Woodland Hills.
Because He Lives,
Roger Phelps, Minister of Discipleship
FIRST STEP
Register online for First Step
Next Step This follow-up to Welcome to Woodland Hills Class is for those new to WHCC, who want to continue on the discipleship journey. This multi-session class introduces participants to the small group experience. The class also provides more in-depth information about some of the topics introduced at the Welcome to Woodland Hills class.
In Step We offer a variety of small groups, including several home groups, ABF classes, women’s and men’s groups and groups for Senior Adults, Young Adults and Singles. Small group participation is essential for connecting with other people, the assurance of being ministered to, journeying through life with people like you and serving together.
In Step: Small Groups
• The backbone of the discipleship ministry
• Essential for being ministered to in times of need
• Engages in service outside the 4 walls of the church
• Various meeting dates/locations
• Formed of persons in similar life situations
Small Groups at Woodland Hills
Step Up These in-depth, elective classes are designed to help you grow in your knowledge of the Word of God and deepen your relationship with Christ. Following are the categories of classes offered and examples of the types of classes within those categories:
Know: Basic Bible survey course, Selected Biblical Book studies
Grow: Applying the Spiritual Disciplines, Principles of Biblical Interpretation
Show: Serving In Your Gift In & Out of the Church, The Role & Ministry of the Holy Spirit
Go: Sharing Your Faith in Today’s World, Addressing Contemporary & Ethical Issues from a Christian Perspective
Step Out The ultimate goal of the Christian journey is to glorify God by sharing the journey with others. Disciples who follow Jesus on the path share their faith and use their gifts to serve others. Ministry happens in part from within small groups, but also in and out of the church whenever and wherever there is a need and a Christian gifted to minister to that need.

