ONE STEP CLOSER DISCIPLESHIP
ONE STEP CLOSER DISCIPLESHIP
One Step Closer Discipleship exists to help cultivate a culture of following Jesus in a daily practical way.
We are called by God to walk daily with Jesus and live a life honoring to God. Jesus commanded all of us to “go and make disciples”. It is our job, responsibility, and privilege to tell others about Jesus and help them walk daily with Him. The gospel is the power source. Discipleship is the key. We are here to provide tools to help you along the way on this incredible journey. We cannot make disciples in heaven! This is only a joy for here on earth.
OUR STORY
Our story begins in 1981, when Tim Parsons was studying at Liberty University. He went to Liberty with one plan, but God had a different plan. God was calling Tim to a life of full-time vocational ministry.
Throughout his 36 years in ministry one common theme and passion stands out more than anything else… discipleship.
His foundation was the gospel. His passion was people - to take everyone he met one step closer to becoming a true disciple of Jesus Christ. From writing discipleship resources, to meeting with everyone he could, and empowering others to live out the calling of making disciples… He truly lived this out.
In August of 2021, Tim tragically passed away from COVID while pastoring a church in Lexington, KY that God called him to plant named Center Point Church. During his years at CPC, God used him to create a true discipleship movement that impacted thousands. He may have left this earth but his footprint did not. Tim left a discipleship legacy.
This is why One Step Closer Discipleship was birthed. Our desire is to honor the legacy and continue the movement. Discipleship is close to the heart of Jesus. It was His idea! Discipleship is Jesus’ plan to reach people and help people follow Him.
This is why we exist… to help you follow Jesus practically and to help you disciple others to follow Jesus practically. Whether an individual or an organization we believe that discipleship is our primary calling. We are here to resource you, help you cultivate culture, and to help you take everyone you meet one step closer to becoming a true disciple of Jesus Christ.
Nick and Susan Parsons are the faces behind One Step Closer Discipleship. Tim and Susan were married for 36 years and in the trenches of ministry together. Nick is Tim’s son. He was discipled by his dad for 15 years and worked in the same church with him. Nick currently serves as College and Young Professional Pastor at Center Point Church in Lexington, the church that Tim planted.
Thanks for joining us on this journey. We are here to help you and encourage you in this divine and inspired calling that we all have from God.