Discipleship Resources
We understand that figuring out how best to disciple rangatahi and tamariki in your faith community can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve put together a hand-picked collection of resources to support you in this important work. These tools are designed to bring clarity to what discipleship is and offer practical, faith-based materials to help guide and grow young people in their spiritual journey.
But first—what do we mean by “disciple”?
A disciple is simply a follower of Jesus: someone who has committed their life to God, seeks a relationship with Him, considers Him Lord, and actively strives to live as He did.
Why is Discipleship Important?
Discipleship is foundational to spiritual growth. It helps individuals understand who God is, who they are in Him, and how they are called to live and serve in the world. For children, youth, and families, discipleship provides a framework for developing faith, identity, and mission.
But discipleship isn’t just for the next generation—it begins with us. As leaders, volunteers, and mentors, our own spiritual formation is essential. Investing in our relationship with God, growing in biblical literacy, and living out our faith with integrity equips us to disciple others authentically and effectively.
Explore the recommended resources below to support your journey in discipling the next generation.
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Discipleship begins with us. As leaders, our ability to guide others in faith is deeply connected to our own spiritual health and rhythms. These are some suggested resources to help you grow and develop in your own faith and relationship with God - through prayer, Scripture, emotional health, and intentional practices. For more suggestions and support speak to your geographical connector.
Suggested resources:
Practicing the Way
A comprehensive pathway for spiritual formation, offering courses, practices, and a Rule of Life builder to help you apprentice under Jesus in everyday life.Emotionally Healthy Discipleship
A transformative framework by Pete Scazzero that integrates emotional health with spiritual maturity, helping leaders live deeply rooted lives in Christ.Lectio 365 - 24-7 Prayer International
Lectio 365 is a free app that helps you pause, reflect, and pray each day with short, thoughtful devotionals you can read or listen to.
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First Look – Orange
A curriculum designed to help preschoolers discover God in everyday moments.Godly Play
A Montessori-based approach to exploring Bible stories through wonder and play.
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252 Kids – Orange
A curriculum that follows monthly themes that consist of videos, games, craft, small group time, and take-home materials.Explorers
A Salvation Army Curriculum, from the UK and adapted to NZ context.A discipleship resource with a Salvation Army lens. Led by local New Zealand salvationists.
Junior Soldiers
A discipleship resource for kids in The Salvation Army, usually aged 7–13. It helps them learn what it means to follow Jesus, live out their faith, and be part of the church and mission. Through fun lessons, activities, and support, kids grow in their understanding of God and how to live for Him every day.God & Toast
A fun, faith-based resource for engaging kids every day of the year.
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XP3 Middle School – Orange
Curriculum designed to help preteens develop in their faith.
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Youth Alpha
A course introducing teens to the basics of Christian faith through conversation.24/7 Prayer Course
A creative prayer journey for youth groups.Grow – Teen Girls
Discipleship curriculum focused on identity and faith for teen girls.A streaming library of Bible study videos for all ages.
