The Measuring Stick of Transformational Growth

What if the secret to genuine transformation isn’t trying harder, but waking up to the love of Jesus living within you? In this powerful episode of Seedbed Inc’s “Wake-Up Call,” host John David Walt invites us on a journey of spiritual awakening, diving deep into the true meaning of agape love—the divine love of God that changes everything. Through the lens of 1 Corinthians 13, John David Walt challenges us to rethink how we measure growth, not by our own performance or efforts, but through Jesus’ presence and power at work in our lives. The episode explores the "measuring stick" of transformational growth, offering practical ways to internalize agape love, and asks the big question: Are you growing? Along the way, you'll hear personal reflections, journal prompts, and moving medleys of classic hymns, all woven together with warmth and encouragement. Key moments include John David Walt’s honest attempt to apply the qualities of love to himself—only to discover the necessity of Christ’s presence—and his realization that the journey of awakening is a sacred movement from Jesus to a person, through a person, and onward. You'll also gain fresh insight into daily discipleship, with examples from Jesus’ encounters (like the woman at the well and Zacchaeus), and practical prompts designed to help you see love in action. Don’t miss the uplifting conclusion reminding us that transformation isn’t about self-improvement, but participating with Jesus’ love in us, through the power of the Holy Spirit. Ready to explore what it means to truly “wake up” to Jesus? Subscribe now for more inspiring conversations and join the movement of awakening, love, and hope. CHAPTERS: 00:03 Wake Up Call: “We’re waking up to Jesus today” 04:31 Measuring Stick of Transformational Growth Introduced 06:13 Exploring the True Meaning of ‘Agape’ Love 08:07 Humor: Trying to Pass the ‘Straight Face’ Test 09:23 Jesus as the Model for 1 Corinthians 13 Love 10:16 Christ in You: The Secret of Transformation 11:17 Studied Participation in Jesus’ Love 13:50 Journal Prompt: Remembering Jesus Stories of Love 14:41 Gospel Series: “Jesus, show me how you do it” 15:22 Medley Singing: “Come Ye Sinners” & “Oh, the Deep, Deep Love” 19:30 Powerful Wrap-Up: “If Jesus is in you, you are agape love” 👉 Join us throughout Lent for Jesus Asking ► https://seedbed.com/jesusasking/ 🎼 Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 🎁 The Wake-Up Call is funded by generous givers like you at https://sowextravagantly.com/ 📩 Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB 🌿 Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam 🗣 Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ 👂 Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6