"Discipleship of Leaders" by Mary Banks presents a comprehensive guide to authentic Christian discipleship that goes far beyond traditional Bible study approaches. This powerful study guide addresses the critical gap between knowledge and transformation in modern church leadership, offering biblical solutions for developing spiritually mature leaders who can effectively disciple others.

What Sets True Discipleship Apart

Unlike conventional Bible study that focuses primarily on knowledge acquisition, true discipleship involves the complete transformation of the believer's heart, mind, and character. Mary Banks reveals how discipleship originates from "discipline," emphasizing the level of effort required to guide individuals toward aligning with God's heart, mind, and Word. This transformational process involves convincing people to discipline themselves in the Word, leading them to take on the mind of Christ.

Key Transformation Areas Covered

• Spiritual Transformation - Moving believers to new spiritual locations and awareness of their relationship with Christ
• Taking on Christ's Mind - Developing the attributes of patience, love, and long-suffering through submission to Christ's mindset
• Self-Denial and Cross-Bearing - Embracing the biblical requirement that no earthly influence may have greater power than Christ
• Character Development - Building leaders who can withstand tests, trials, and offenses while maintaining spiritual integrity

The Wilderness Experience: God's Advanced Training Ground

One of the most unique aspects of this study is its deep exploration of the wilderness experience as God's method for developing mature leaders. Banks explains how silent seasons develop faith, values are crystallized under pressure, character is refined through trials, purpose is clarified through testing, and spiritual authority is established through proven faithfulness. This wilderness preparation is not optional but mandatory for those called to leadership positions in God's kingdom.

Practical Leadership Development Methods

The book provides practical approaches for discipling leaders, including the "On the Job Training" model that Jesus used with His apostles. Leaders learn through hands-on experience, observation, and mentoring rather than just theoretical instruction. The study emphasizes understanding those you lead, recognizing the root of opposition to discipleship, and developing spiritual attributes through real-life application.

Who This Book Is For

This study guide is essential for pastors, ministry leaders, auxiliary presidents, and anyone involved in spiritual leadership development. It's particularly valuable for those who recognize that their current leadership development methods may be falling short of producing truly transformed disciples. Church leadership teams will find the evaluation exercises especially helpful for assessing their current spiritual condition and developing action plans for improvement.

Features That Make This Study Unique

• Biblical case studies and practical scenarios for real-world application
• Self-assessment tools including the "Judge Your Church" exercise based on Revelation's seven churches
• Clear distinctions between discipleship and Bible study methodologies
• Comprehensive exploration of apostolic order and spiritual authority
• Practical exercises for developing both administrative and spiritual leadership skills

Transform Your Leadership Approach Today

"Discipleship of Leaders" challenges current church practices and offers a return to biblical methods of developing mature, spiritually-grounded leaders. If you're ready to move beyond surface-level religious activity to genuine spiritual transformation, this study guide provides the roadmap. Whether you're struggling with leadership development in your ministry or seeking to deepen your own walk with Christ, Mary Banks delivers the tools and insights needed to create lasting spiritual change in yourself and those you lead.