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EPISODE · Aug 1, 2025 · 5 MIN

Episode 59 | Follow the Master by Paul Barreca

from The Shepherd's Bookshelf · host Gary Gilley

This video is a review of the book "Follow the Master Discipleship Bible Study Course" by Paul Barreca [00:09]. The reviewer praises the book as a comprehensive and excellent manual for Christian discipleship [00:24].Here are the key takeaways from the review:Purpose: The book, with its 36 chapters, is designed for a more mature Christian to guide a newer or younger Christian in their faith, either individually or in a small group setting [00:46].Content: It provides a thorough, foundational study of the Christian life, covering a wide range of topics [01:14]. These include salvation [01:30], how to study the Bible [01:40], essential Christian disciplines [01:49], and key theological subjects like eschatology, bibliology, and sanctification [02:06]. The second edition also addresses contemporary issues such as critical race theory and gender issues [02:26]. Additionally, it covers practical matters, the deity of Christ, justification, redemption, propitiation, the new nature, and the work of the Holy Spirit [02:50].Format: The book is structured with outlines, fill-in-the-blank sections with scripture passages, and spaces for readers to write their personal testimony [03:03].Recommendation: The reviewer intends to use this book in his own ministry to help new believers build a strong foundation in their faith over about a year [03:55]. He highly recommends it to church leaders looking for quality discipleship material for their congregations [04:41].Southern View Chapel is an independent Bible church in Springfield, IL, committed to handling the Scriptures accurately through the exegetical teaching of God's Word. To learn more about us, visit https://svchapel.org/ or follow us on social media:Facebook: / southernviewchapel Instagram: / southernviewchapel Twitter: / official_svc To learn about our hope in Jesus Christ, watch this short video: • The Gospel a member of Foundations Media - https://foundationsmedia.org/

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