This sermon defines a disciple as someone learning to follow Jesus and presents discipleship as the ongoing process of helping others take real steps toward maturity in him. It emphasizes that growth is usually slow and ordinary, happening through small, faithful steps rather than dramatic breakthroughs. Discipleship is shown to be a whole-church reality, taking place in gathered worship, smaller communities, one-to-one relationships, and everyday life within households. The call is for every believer to both receive and participate in this process, trusting that Jesus’s presence makes it possible for his people to grow and help others grow.