Most churches know discipleship matters. Far fewer can clearly explain what it actually is, how to measure it, or what a person should do next. Ken Braddy and Chad Higgins reveal what Lifeway's latest research says about the state of discipleship and why so many churches are still stuck with fuzzy language, vague plans, and Sunday-only strategies.
Ken Brady also shares how his own thinking changed from a class-based approach to a more relational, community-centered view of disciple making. Chad Higgins explains why a clear discipleship pathway must begin with shared language, honest assessment, and a church-wide process that people can actually follow.The episode also introduces Disciples Path, Lifeway's free four-step resource designed to help churches build a clearer disciple-making process. Through discovery, discernment, design, and deployment, churches can evaluate where they are, define where they're going, and help people identify their next step with confidence.If your church wants more than crowded calendars and good intentions, this conversation offers a practical, research-backed path forward. Essential listening for pastors, staff members, group leaders, and anyone asking, "What does healthy disciple making actually look like?"
