Upcoming Events

Disciple Like Jesus ministry conducts seminars on a limited basis; below is a sample agenda. To check on seminar availability in your community, contact us at 864-895-8008. Additionally, subscribe to our blog to follow our activity as we seek to equip the parents of this generation to Disciple Like Jesus.


Radio Shows

Some of the topics that we cover on these shows:

  • Who is biblically responsible for training children?
  • What are the implications of the Great Commission for families?
  • Are you contributing to your child having premarital sex?
  • How is busyness stealing from your family?
BlogTalk Radio show 2nd Friday of each month, beginning on Friday, August 13, 2010 at 6:00pm.  Alan Melton will be going through the book Disciple Like Jesus For Parents. Stay tuned for details.


 

Conferences, Seminars and Webinars

"Surviving Parenthood" Conference

Saturday, April 10th, 2010 in Knoxville, Tennessee 9:00 to 5:00

Join Brian Byars and Alan Melton to examine the way Jesus made disciples and how parents can do the same. Brian will be sharing practical ways of how young parents can make disciples of their children from the time they are born. In addition to the main sessions, breakout sessions will be offered by First Baptist Concord on a wide range of topics, including Spiritually Shepherding Babies & Toddlers, Families in Crisis, Protecting Your Marriage, Adoption, Shaping Your Child's Sexuality, Single Parenting, and other age specific topics.  A copy of the book Disciple Like Jesus For Parents is included for each family.

Title -- Surviving Parenthood
Subject --Making disciples of children: from birth to young adults
Main Session Speakers -- Alan Melton and Brian Byars
Date: April 10, 2010
Time: Saturday 9:00 to 5:00
Cost: $20/person for advance reservation
Also included: One copy of book per family- Disciple Like Jesus For Parents
Location: First Baptist Concord
Address: 11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville TN 37934
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"Any Dad Can Be A Hero For Christ"

Saturday August 7th, 2010, at the Iron Sharpens Iron Conference in Charleston, South Carolina.

Men, do you want your children to see you as a hero and to eagerly follow you? Would you like more respect and support from your wife? We will show you some simple and biblical ways to achieve this and more, while at the same time obeying the commands of Jesus. Join us for this interactive and life-changing seminar!

Details on the Conference


Saturday, September 18th, 2010 Word of Life Conference in Spartanburg SC

Join Alan Melton to examine the way Jesus made disciples and how parents can do the same. Alan will be sharing practical ways of how young parents can make disciples of their children from the time they are born. Copies of the book Disciple Like Jesus For Parents will be available for each family and pastor.

Details coming soon!


Saturday morning, October 16th, 2010  Disciple Like Jesus Conference in Asheville NC

Join Brian Byars and Alan Melton to examine the way Jesus made disciples and how parents can do the same. Alan and Brian will be sharing practical ways of how parents of young and older children can make disciples of their children from the time they are born. At the end of the morning parents will have a written, personal plan on how to make disciples of their children.  A copy of the book Disciple Like Jesus For Parents is included for each family.

Details coming soon!


"Any Dad Can Be A Hero For Christ"

Saturday October 17th at the Iron Sharpens Iron Conference in Hickory, North Carolina.

Men, do you want your children to see you as a hero and to eagerly follow you? Would you like more respect and support from your wife? Would you like to have a better love life?  We will show you some simple and biblical ways to achieve this and more, while at the same time obeying the commands of Jesus. Join us for this interactive and life-changing seminar!

Details on the Conference


Television Appearances

  • Sunday, October 11th at 1:30am EDT- Direct TV 377
  • Monday, October 12th at 1:30am EDT- Direct TV 377-2 (HD)
  • Monday, October 12th at 1:30pm EDT- Direct TV 377-2 (HD)

The authors of Disciple Like Jesus For Parents discuss the founding of Disciple Like Jesus ministry, the four components, and how parents can practically make disciples of their children. Alan Melton and Paul Dean, co-authors join host Pastor Rick for this interview. This interview will be broadcast to a worldwide audience.


2009 Speaking Calendar

  • Sunday Morning Service, New Beginnings Bible Church, January 24, 2009
"Every Parent Should Disciple Their Child," Matthew 28:18, Alan Melton
  • Sunday Morning Service, Greenville Christian Assembly, May 10, 2009

"The Way Jesus Made Disciples," Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Alan Melton

  • Ministers Conference: Buncome Baptist Association, June 15, 2009, Asheville, NC

"Introduction to Disciple Like Jesus" ministry by Alan Melton, founder

  • The Ultimate Homeschool Expo, May 22, 2009

"Disciple Like Jesus For Dads," Alan Melton, webinar.

  • Dad Summit 2009, June 24, 2009

"Disciple Like Jesus For Dads", Alan Melton, webcast seminar.

  • Iron Sharpens Iron, August 1, 2009, Charleston, SC

"Any Dad Can Be a Hero For Christ",  Alan Melton and Brian Byars

  • Iron Sharpens Iron, October 17, 2009 Hickory NC

"Any Dad Can Be a Hero For Christ," Alan Melton and Brian Byars

  • Beaver Dam Baptist Association Churches, Wolfe Stake Baptist Church, November 29, 2009

"Introduction to Disciple Like Jesus" ministry, Alan Melton

  • Various Other Radio and Television Appearances


Sample Workshop Schedule- Full Day or Friday Eve, Sat Morn

In this comprehensive workshop, attendees will learn about simple, practical ways that they can make disciples of their own children. We will explore in depth the practices of Jesus, how to shepherd your family, how to maximize time with your family, how to teach your family, how to involve your family in ministry, and how to protect your family from wolves. Our facilitators will lead attendees to develop a written plan with a self assessment, ten year goals and an action plan on making disciples of their family.

Morning

8:30 AM – Registration
9:00 AM – Worship & Welcome

I. Session One – 9:15 – 10:15 AM

Session Topics to Include
· Introduction
· What’s At Risk?
· The Root Problem
· Theology and Pomology

Break – 10:15 – 10:30 AM

II. Session Two – 10:30 – 11:30 AM

Session Topics To Include:
· What Did Jesus Do?
· The Personal Mandate
· The Four Components
· The Practical Implications

LUNCH BREAK – 11:30 – 12:30 PM

· See Registration Details

Afternoon

III. Session Three – 12:30 – 1:30 PM

Session Topics to Include
· Jesus on Leadership
· Jesus on Time

Break – 1:30 – 1:45 PM

IV. Session Four – 1:45 – 2:45 PM

Session Topics to Include
· Jesus on Teaching
· Jesus on Predators
· Approaches to Training Your Child
· Priorities and Results

Sample Workshop Schedule- 1/2 Day Schedule

In this abbreviated workshop, attendees will learn about simple practical ways that they can make disciples of their own children.  Our facilitators will lead attendees to develop a written plan with a self assessment, ten year goals and an action plan on making disciples of their family. This workshop can also be taught over three to four Sundays during Sunday school time, or by request, the entire workshop can be taught during a Sunday morning, beginning at 8:00am and finishing in time for worship.

45 minutes- Introduction: How Jesus Made Disciples

45 minutes- Practical Tips on Teaching Younger and Older Children

45 minutes- Self Assessment and Written Action Plan for Discipling Your Family