Jesus was very clear when he gave the mission to the church-Go and disciple the nations. This is truly the mission of every church and every disciple of Jesus in every nation at all times until Jesus returns. How well do our church activities reflect this mission? Are we effectively making disciples who can impact our communities and cultures?

Thinking about "atomic" discipleship may lead one to imagine explosive growth. In the long-run this is true. But atomic is also defined as "very small, infinitesimal." The most basic element of the Great Commission is one disciple sharing the good news with another person and then helping the new disciple grow and do the same thing with others. Just like the atom, discipleship is the most basic element of the church that also brings the greatest impact for transformation!

This books serves as a manual for developing an equipping pathway in a local church for biblical discipleship and leadership training. Church leaders are called to equip their people for the work of ministry. The local church is the most effective place to prepare disciples to fulfill their call to transform their neighborhoods and even the nations!