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MULTIPLICATION & LEADERSHIP

LESSON 20 – MULTIPLICATION & LEADERSHIP

Theme: Multiply Disciples, Multiply Leaders

Core Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2

Additional Scriptures: Matthew 28:19–20; Acts 2:42–47; 1 Timothy 3:1–13; Proverbs 27:17

Lesson Objective

By the end of this lesson, learners will be able to:

1. Understand the importance of multiplication in discipleship.
2. Learn how to train new leaders.
3. Apply biblical leadership principles.
4. Build a culture of discipleship multiplication.

Key Concepts

Multiplication

Reproducing disciples who in turn make other disciples, creating exponential spiritual growth.

Leadership

Serving with humility, integrity, and excellence to influence and equip others.

Mentorship

Investing in the spiritual growth of others through teaching, guidance, and accountability.

Spiritual Legacy

Leaving a lasting impact through faithful discipleship and leadership.

Teaching Notes

The Purpose of Multiplication

Jesus not only made disciples; He trained disciples to make more disciples.

2 Timothy 2:2 illustrates the pattern:

“What you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.”

True discipleship is reproductive.

The Model of the Early Church

Acts 2:42–47 shows how the early church multiplied by:

- Devoting themselves to teaching and learning

- Praying together

- Practicing fellowship

- Serving their community

- Maintaining unity of purpose

Biblical Leadership Principles

Leadership is service, not domination.

1 Timothy 3:1–13 outlines leader character:

- Above reproach

- Self-controlled

- Hospitable

- Able to teach

- Not greedy

- Gentle and disciplined

Mentorship and Accountability

Proverbs 27:17 says:

“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”

Disciples grow through mentoring, accountability, coaching, and correction.

Practical Application

- Choose one disciple to mentor.

- Teach them a lesson from this manual.

- Help them design their own discipleship plan.

- Pray for them and follow up weekly.

Reflection & Discussion Questions

1. What does multiplication look like in practical discipleship?
2. Who is mentoring you, and whom are you mentoring?
3. Which leadership qualities do you need to grow in?

Action Steps

1. Form a discipleship group of 3–5 people.
2. Assign roles: leader, prayer leader, teacher, outreach leader.
3. Meet weekly for teaching, prayer, and accountability.
4. Multiply by training others to lead and reproduce.

Leadership / Mentor Notes

- Encourage leaders to intentionally reproduce disciples.

- Provide training in teaching, preaching, counseling, and evangelism.

- Evaluate growth monthly.

- Supply resources and ongoing support.

Memory Verse

2 Timothy 2:2 – “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.”