| Mainland Chinese scholars/students and immigrants are converting to Christianity with increasing numbers in the US and have become the majority of most immigrant Chinese church congregations in the US. However, concerns have risen over their spiritual health and faith development due to the lack of follow-up ministries after their conversion. This study addresses the discipleship ministry with mainland Chinese Christians in the US. Three key elements for effective discipleship were garnered from the literature review and subsequently implemented in an eight-week, relational-focused discipleship program among the Chinese congregation at the ABC church.;Employing pre- and postspiritual growth assessment surveys as well as three focus group interviews, the combined data evaluated the effectiveness of this integrated approach to disciple mainland Chinese Christians. The findings suggest that integrating biblical worldview learning, practicing spiritual disciplines, and small group support facilitates growth in participants' relationships with God and with people and also deepens their commitment to live Christlike lives. |
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