M4-1 Challenge for Discipleship (Level 4 • 57 Lessons)

Level 4: Intermediate–Advanced

57-Part Course

This comprehensive workbook course is designed for students who are ready to deepen their spiritual practice through disciplined study, meditation, and practical application of the Ageless Wisdom teachings. Based on Challenge for Discipleship by Torkom Saraydarian, each lesson guides you beyond theory by encouraging you to integrate spiritual principles into your daily life.

Each of the 57 lessons corresponds to a chapter in the companion book and includes reflective reading, Seed Thought Meditation, practical exercises, and written assignments. Throughout the course, you will observe the changes that occur in your thoughts, emotions, actions, and relationships as you consciously apply the teachings.

Course Topics

1. Teacher and Student
2. Steps Toward Discipleship
3. Essentials in the Life of a Disciple
4. Rules for the Life of an Advanced Disciple
5. Three Duties of a Disciple
6. On the Path of Discipleship
7. Discipleship and Service
8. Discipleship Tasks
9. New-Age Discipleship
10. The Attitude of the Disciple Toward Fellow Disciples
11. The Disciple as a Building Engineer
12. Twelve Responsibilities of a Disciple
13. Discipleship and the Battle of Life
14. Calmness
15. Discipleship and Human Potential
16. The Deepening Life of the Disciple
17. Signs of a Disciple
18. Discipleship and the Ego
19. Glamors and Illusions
20. Vanity
21. The Betrayal of the Higher Self
22. The Disciple and His Life
23. Fifteen Points of Watchfulness
24. Discipleship and Labor
25. Creativity and Discipleship
26. Friendship and Discipleship
27. How to Be Your Own Friend
28. The Disciple and the Progress of His Soul
29. Discipleship and Impressions
30. What Would-Be Disciples Expect From Life
31. How a Disciple Can Bring More Love and Joy to People
32. Discipleship and Major Solar Events
33. Spiritual Saturation
34. Downfall and Return
35. Economy of Life
36. Discipleship Groups and Leadership
37. Obedience I
38. Obedience II
39. Discipline
40. Exercises on the Path of Discipleship
41. The Power of Thought
42. Inspiration
43. Concentration
44. Creative Meditation
45. Meditation and Its Effect on Our Lives
46. The Importance of Speech
47. How to Listen
48. Retreat
49. Higher Psychism
50. The Danger of Religious Teaching
51. The Disciple and Self-Deception
52. Tolerance
53. Forgiveness
54. Looking Ahead
55. The Mystery of Worship
56. Hope
57. The Hierarchy

This course is intended for students who are prepared to establish a consistent rhythm of study and meditation. Through daily practice, journaling, and self-observation, you will cultivate the discipline, wisdom, and inner transformation necessary to live as a conscious disciple. As your understanding deepens, your ability to serve your family, community, and humanity naturally expands.

A dedicated mentor will review your monthly reports and provide personalized guidance through the TSG Spiritual University portal, supporting your progress throughout the course.

Required Companion Book

Challenge for Discipleship

Academic Counseling Required

Before enrolling, all new students must complete an Academic Counseling session to help determine the course of study best suited to their individual path.

Please complete the consultation form at: https://tsgfoundation.org/counseling/

Our office will contact you within 3 business days to schedule your counseling appointment.

Registration

Once your Academic Counseling session has been completed, you may return to this page to register for the course.

Each lesson is $20. Select the number of lessons you wish to purchase, then click Add to Cart to complete your registration.

Course Access

After your counseling session and registration have been completed, you will receive an email containing your login credentials and instructions for accessing your online coursework through the TSG Spiritual University portal.

Please review our Course Withdrawal and Refund Policy before completing your registration.

Course Lessons

All Lessons, 1. Teacher and Student, 2. Steps Toward Discipleship, 3. Essentials in the Life of a Disciple, 4. Rules for the Life of an Advanced Disciple, 5. Three Duties of a Disciple, 6. On the Path of Discipleship, 7. Discipleship and Service, 8. Discipleship Tasks, 9. New-Age Discipleship, 10. The Attitude of the Disciple Toward Fellow Disciples, 11. The Disciple as a Building Engineer, 12. Twelve Responsibilities of a Disciple, 13. Discipleship and the Battle of Life, 14. Calmness, 15. Discipleship and Human Potential, 16. The Deepening Life of the Disciple, 17. Signs of a Disciple, 18. Discipleship and the Ego, 19. Glamors and Illusions, 20. Vanity, 21. The Betrayal of the Higher Self, 22. The Disciple and His Life, 23. Fifteen Points of Watchfulness, 24. Discipleship and Labor, 25. Creativity and Discipleship, 26. Friendship and Discipleship, 27. How to Be Your Own Friend, 28. The Disciple and the Progress of His Soul, 29. Discipleship and Impressions, 30. What Would-Be Disciples Expect From Life, 31. How a Disciple Can Bring More Love and Joy to People, 32. Discipleship and Major Solar Events, 33. Spiritual Saturation, 34. Downfall and Return, 35. Economy of Life, 36. Discipleship Groups and Leadership, 37. Obedience I, 38. Obedience II, 39. Discipline, 40. Exercises on the Path of Discipleship, 41. The Power of Thought, 42. Inspiration, 43. Concentration, 44. Creative Meditation, 45. Meditation and Its Effect on Our Lives, 46. The Importance of Speech, 47. How to Listen, 48. Retreat, 49. Higher Psychism, 50. The Danger of Religious Teaching, 51. The Disciple and Self-Deception, 52. Tolerance, 53. Forgiveness, 54. Looking Ahead, 55. The Mystery of Worship, 56. Hope, 57. The Hierarchy