Discipleship is an intensely personal relationship between the disciple and the Master. To be a disciple of Jesus means to be under the continual instruction of Jesus as teacher and Lord. Through the work of the Spirit, God uses His word to produce fruit in our lives to make us more like Christ. Christian friendship and Bible study help each individual to grow and produce fruit that glorifies God. The Bible teaches us to die to ourselves daily and live by faith in Christ. (Luke 9:23)