Taking A Zero: Imagining the Stages and Gauges of Discipleship

by Rick Shafer

" How are you doing? " It's not just the normal greeting of two people as they pass in the hallway. Today the question comes from your doctor and the occasion is your annual physical. The way you respond matters. So do the results of your weight, blood pressure, temperature, labs. What do these indicators say about your development and physical condition?
In Taking A Zero , Rick Shafer asks the same " How are you doing? " As a faith formation pastor, he wonders how Jesus' disciples are getting along - spiritually. How would you respond to that question? What indicators would you rely on?
We know that good habits - disciplines - can contribute to good health. But how do we know if they really are helping? This book offers four stages and five gauges of discipleship - indicators of spiritual formation for disciples, guides, and churches. As we are being conformed to Christ and his kingdom, we can find opportunities to celebrate growth. And we can be alert to areas that need more attention.

84 pages, Paperback

Published October 7, 2022

Reviews

[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic and creative description of spiritual growth in both a linear and non-linear way. Really practical too with questions throughout and at the end for discussion in groups or personally. Definitely a book I want to revisit and use as a guide for discussion in small group.