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Why Discipleship is Not What You Think

February 02, 2026 • Freedom Fellowship

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What does it actually mean to be a disciple of Jesus?

“Disciple” is one of the most common words in Christianity and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of Monday Moments, Travis sits down with Pastor James to continue the Everyday Disciple series and unpack what discipleship truly is, and what it is not.

Is discipleship a higher level of Christianity?
Is it a program, a process, or something only for “super Christians”?
Or is it simply what it means to follow Jesus?

In this conversation, we explore:

Why discipleship is not a status, program, or checklist
The difference between knowing about Jesus and truly knowing Him
How relationship - not behavior modification - produces real transformation
The danger of making disciples of ourselves instead of disciples of Christ
Why abiding in Jesus is the source of freedom, love, and spiritual fruit
What it actually costs to follow Jesus - and why it’s worth everything

Jesus doesn’t call us to perform for Him - He calls us to be with Him.
Discipleship is not about earning a title, but yielding your life to the One who already gave everything for you. Our prayer is that this episode draws you deeper - not into religious effort, but into a living, growing relationship with Jesus.

📖 “Come to Me… and learn from Me.” (Matthew 11:28–29)

Thanks for joining us for Monday Moments. We’ll see you next week.