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Introduction: Why a Cube?
- The Holy of Holies in the Temple was cube-shaped—the place where God dwelt.
- The New Jerusalem coming down from Heaven is cube-shaped.
- The Cube illustrates discipleship:
- Inside Core → The 7 claims of Jesus.
- Six Sides → 3 Decisions (discipleship steps) + 3 Distractions (opposition).
The Cube’s Structure
- Nikola Tesla studied patterns of energy, math, and nature—focusing on numbers 3, 6, and 9.
- Ernő Rubik built on these ideas, creating the cube as a teaching tool for spatial reasoning.
- Only 1% of people can solve a Rubik’s Cube without a coach.
- Similarly, only 1% of Christians have a specific plan to make disciples. We need a coach.
- The Cube is a discipleship tool that shows the Christian life step by step.
The Six Sides of the Cube
Three Decisions
- Follow – “Come, follow Me.”
- Learn – “And I will teach you.”
- Fish – “I will make you fishers of men.”
Three Distractions
- The World – Athens.
- The Flesh – Alexandria.
- The Devil – Babylon.
Each side has nine blocks, representing questions and answers that explain and defend a Biblical worldview (Apologetics = R.E.A.D: Reasons, Evidences, Answers that Defend).
Side 1 – Willing to Follow Jesus
1. Who do we confess as Lord?
- Romans 10:9 – “If you confess with your mouth… and believe in your heart… you will be saved.”
- Salvation involves: confession, repentance, belief, and receiving the Spirit.
Paul’s model of faithful disciples:
- Soldier → Courage
- Athlete → Conviction
- Farmer → Competence
- Disciple → Character
These 4 C’s impact Culture for Christ.
2. What actions did God take?
- Redeemed us (John 3:16).
- Died for us (2 Corinthians 5:21).
- Raised for us (Romans 4:25).
- Sent His Spirit (Titus 3:5).
- Justified us (Ephesians 2:8).
- Adopted us (John 1:12).
- Sanctifies us (Philippians 1:6).
- Keeps us (1 John 5:13).
God initiates salvation. We respond in faith.
3. When did God choose us?
- Foreknew (Romans 8:29).
- Predestined (Ephesians 1:5).
- Called (Romans 8:30).
- Justified (Romans 5:1).
- Glorified (Romans 8:30).
chain of salvation:
4. Where am I going?
- Heaven is our destination (Philippians 3:20).
- The journey is narrow (Matthew 7:13–14).
- Pilgrim’s Progress reminds us of our path from destruction to the Celestial City.
5. Why follow Jesus?
- Because He is Lord, Savior, and Worthy.
- The path is hard but the reward is eternal.
- Trials refine us (James 1:2–4).
- Suffering grows endurance and hope (Romans 5:3–5).
6. How do we follow Him?
- Put off the old man (Luke 9:23).
- Walk by the Spirit (Romans 8:13–14).
- Live daily in prayer and Scripture.
- Use A.C.T.S. in prayer: Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication.
- Practice the “One Another” Commands: love, unity, service, encouragement, care.
Examples of Faithful Discipleship Today
7. Answers in Genesis
- Boldly defends God’s Word from the first verse.
- Builds apologetics tools for families and churches.
- Principle: “Those who honor Me I will honor.” (1 Samuel 2:30).
8. Classical Christian Schools
- Restores biblical education—truth, beauty, goodness.
- Trains whole souls, not just skills.
- Principle: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” (Proverbs 9:10).
9. Turning Point USA
- Brings biblical values into public life.
- Equips young leaders to stand for truth and freedom.
- Principle: “You are the light of the world…” (Matthew 5:14–16).
Summary: The Call to Action
- A – Answers in Genesis (Scripture, Science & Apologetics)
- C – Classical Christian Schools (Scripture, Formation)
- T – Turning Point USA (Public Engagement)
Each one follows Christ faithfully, exalts Him publicly, and equips others for discipleship.
We are called to the same:
- Stand firm.
- Make disciples.
- Glorify Christ.
Disciples University – a focus – All Truth is God’s Truth
- Battle with personal distractions … Stand Strong in the middle
- Battle with the “ism’s deception” … Warn of “Dog named Marx
- Battle with “the desire to have the approval of men ” resulting in compromise with the idea of deep time that supports evolution and attacks Genesis as the true foundation.