Why the Change Is an Exchange

P. S. ❗️ Grab your copy and join us for our new series, Unpuzzled, which starts April 6. You've got to order the workbook so it's on the way to your house in time for our newest series, Unpuzzled. If you use the code Buy1Sow1, we will send you an extra copy to sow with a friend, neighbor, co-worker, kid in college, . . . [your turn]. Do it now here: https://my.seedbed.com/product/unpuzzled-wuc/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - What if real transformation isn’t just about improving who you are—but exchanging your very life for something greater? On today’s episode of Seedbed Inc’s “Wake-Up Call,” host John David Walt welcomes his father and co-host David Walt for a powerful start to Holy Week. Journey with them as they dive into the heart of Galatians 2:20—"I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me"—and wrestle with the deepest question of all: Do I really want to change? In this inspiring conversation, John David Walt reflects on his own spiritual journey and the pivotal moment when a mentor challenged his assumptions about personal growth. Instead of tracking a list of spiritual achievements, he’s invited to consider a more radical “exchange”—trading in his brokenness for Christ’s wholeness. Meanwhile, David Walt brings warmth and wisdom as the two discuss the solemnity and hope embedded in Holy Week, leading listeners in hymns that anchor the conversation in worship. Key highlights from this episode include: An honest exploration of the difference between incremental self-improvement and life-altering change through Christ. A moving segment where John David Walt invites listeners to truly grapple with what resists change within us, and imagine the transformed life on the other side. A heartfelt time of worship featuring “Beneath the Cross of Jesus” and “Were You There,” deepening our reflection on redemption and unworthiness. Whether you’re looking to renew your faith, find encouragement for change, or prepare your heart for Easter, this episode is an invitation to make camp at the cross—embracing both the cost and the beauty of true transformation. Subscribe for more soul-stirring conversations and join us each week as we journey together toward awakening! CHAPTERS: [00:03] Wake-Up Call to Holy Week and Invitation to Community [03:22] Galatians 2:20—The Core Gospel Truth [05:45] The Transformational Question: Do I Really Want to Change? [07:00] The Big “C” Change: Christ Lives in Me [08:56] Honest Self-Reflection: Do I Really Want This Change? [09:23] Prayer for True Transformation—An Exchange, Not Just Change [11:18] Journaling Challenge: Grapple with Galatians 2:20 [13:51] Singing “Beneath the Cross of Jesus” and “Were You There” [17:45] Two Wonders at the Cross: Redeeming Love and My Unworthiness [18:45] “Get Low at the Cross”—Preparing Hearts for Holy Week 👉 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