Robert Coleman's Evangelism Master Plan is a clear and biblical perspective on discipleship. Perhaps that is the reason why great evangelists like Billy Graham recommend it as a sure model. The author sees discipleship as a way of life and a continuous cycle of the church, not as a plan for a few months. Many churches today lack a solid discipleship plan, perhaps because they think it is an additional burden for leaders and the pastor, however, I believe that this book provides an easy guide for all congregations, regardless of their size or financial resources.
Coleman explains that Jesus did not want "converts"; he wanted followers. He wanted people to drop their nets and follow him. Jesus wanted to teach us how to live, not giving us a manual
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The eight principles for training disciples
The author attempts to distill that strategic movement into eight principles that come out of the study of Jesus' life and ministry. Throughout the book, Coleman carefully evaluates the interaction between Jesus and the disciples, since this relationship helps us to see the steps to follow as leaders and mentors.
Jesus chose the twelve and he deliberately concentrated his life on a few people. In this you see the principle of Selection. Coleman explains that God chose us even though we are imperfect for the task of sharing with others the message of salvation, perhaps he could commission the Angels, but I trust in that task. God chooses ordinary men and women like us to reach the world, through us God wants to show his glory and work miracles so that the world can see his love.
Jesus chose the twelve to teach them and make them mature men in the faith that they could continue with the work when he was not on earth. The selection of the twelve disciples was the key beginning of Jesus' ministry, in the same way this first step is key to the success of our