What is the foundation of discipleship?

• A. Baptism
• B. Faith in Jesus Christ
• C. Eucharist
• D. Prayer

Answer: (B)

Discipleship begins with trusting in Jesus Christ—the personal commitment that He is Lord, that His life, death, and resurrection bring forgiveness and new life, and that we follow Him in daily living. This faith isn’t just assent; it sparks a confident response—learning from Jesus, obeying His teachings, and shaping our choices to mirror His example. The practices of baptism, the Eucharist, and prayer all flow from that faith and deepen it. Baptism marks entry into the community and publicly signals commitment, but it signals a response rooted in faith rather than being the foundation itself. The Eucharist strengthens and sustains our relationship with Christ, and prayer keeps us connected to Him, yet these practices presuppose and express the faith at the center. So, the starting point and foundation of discipleship is faith in Jesus Christ.