8 Ways of Discipleship | Is This Thing On?

Why do we gather together as a church, and what is our ultimate purpose as followers of Christ? In "8 Ways of Discipleship," Pastor Travis Aicklen continues the Is This Thing On? series by unpacking the core mission of every believer: making disciples. Pastor Travis explains why passive attendance is not enough and reveals the true definition of a disciple. Through a practical, eight-step process, he breaks down how we are called to be shaped into the image of Christ and, in turn, help shape others. Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone and be formed by God? Tune in to the full message to discover your next step.Key PointsThe Ultimate Evaluation: A church’s true success is not measured by its preaching, property, or programs, but by the quality of its disciples.Defining Discipleship: A disciple is someone committed to the ongoing process of being formed into the image of Jesus Christ, adopting His lifestyle and fulfilling His mission.The Reality of Formations: You are always being formed by something—whether it's the culture, your habits, or the world around you. You must intentionally choose to be formed by Christ.The 8 Ways of a Disciple: Pastor Travis outlines eight crucial actions that define a disciple: showing up to the table, connecting in community, seeking the Lord’s presence in prayer, serving, engaging the Bible, giving generously, witnessing, and confessing and repenting.Avoiding "Fast Food" Christianity: We live in an "instant everything" culture, but genuine spiritual growth takes time, commitment, and participation. Discipleship is not a drive-thru experience.The Power of Connection: Discipleship cannot happen in isolation. We need to step out of our silos, share our burdens with others, and embrace the awkwardness of vulnerability.Conclusion & Call to Action Are you willing to move past consumer Christianity and commit to the challenging, rewarding work of discipleship? Evaluate your own life using the "8 Ways of a Disciple" and ask God to show you where you need to grow next. Listen to the complete message to discover how you can actively participate in God's plan for your life and the lives of those around you. If this message challenged and inspired you, please like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone you’d like to grow alongside!Join us Sundays at 8:30am or 10:30am. Find out more at RadiantVisalia.com. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.