LO: Discipleship

In this topic, candidates should show understanding of how Luke's portrayal of the disciples relates to the Twelve as disciples, leaders and role models and assess the influence and function of modern leaders and celebrities as role models for Christians. Candidates should understand the significance for Christians, living in a materialist and secular world, of Jesus' teaching on wealth, possessions and the demands of discipleship, together with an awareness of modern examples of commitment and service. Candidates should also demonstrate understanding of the centrality of prayer in Jesus' life and teaching and its importance for Christian discipleship.The Twelve Luke's portrayal of the disciples; the Twelve as disciples and leaders, and their suitability as role models for Christians; the influence and function of modern leaders and celebrities as role models for Christians. the call of the first disciples: 5 1–11 arrangements for the betrayal of Jesus: 22 1–6 the authority of the Twelve: 22 28–30 Peter's denials: 22 31–34, 54–6 Demands of discipleship Jesus' expectations of those seeking to become disciples and the significance of this for Christians, including modern examples of commitment and service; the relevance for Christians of Jesus' teaching on wealth and possessions in the light of their importance in modern society. would-be disciples: 9 57–62 the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus: 16 19–31 the rich ruler: 18 18–30 Prayer : the centrality of prayer in the life and teaching of Jesus and its importance for Christian discipleship. the Lord's Prayer: 11 1–4 the Parable of the Persistent Neighbour: 11 5–8 the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax-Collector: 18 9–14