Religion Quote by J.R. Woodward
““Ultimately, each church will be evaluated by only one thing—its disciples. Your church is only as good as her disciples. It does not matter how good your praise, preaching, programs or property are; if your disciples are passive, needy, consumeristic, and not [moving in the direction of radical obedience,] your church is not good.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Church of Discipleship, J.R. Woodward, 2015
A church’s true value is measured by the obedience and growth of its members, not by its programs or assets.
In simple terms: A church is judged by its disciples’ actions.
Key Takeaway
Focus on forming obedient followers.
Themes
faith
obedience
community
leadership
Mood
reflective
challenging
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- church leadership meetings
- small group studies
- mission trips
- personal mentorship
Key Concepts
spiritual formation
radical obedience
discipleship
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture radical obedience in your congregation?
- What habits indicate a passive disciple?
A Different Perspective
Passive or consumeristic believers can undermine a church’s impact despite resources.
