Mark Haas on a Mowing Experience and Discipleship

"What does it mean to be a disciple? Strictly speaking, a disciple is someone who is learning any skill or trade from someone else. The word is derived from the Old English, discipul, meaning 'one who follows another for the purpose of learning.' From a Biblical perspective, the term comes from the Latin, discipulus, meaning 'pupil, student, follower.' . . .

"Being a disciple of Christ means to leave everything of this world, and follow Him (see Mt. 19:21). It means to 'take up our cross and follow Him' (Lk. 9:23). It also means that we must be more like Him. As disciples, we are called to 'be imitators of God' (Eph. 5:1)."

In a recent commentary, writer Mark Haas reflected on how his son's imitation of his lawn mowing was a good example of discipleship.

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Aleteia: Mark Haas: Mowing and discipleship: Summer lessons from my son (11 JUL 23)