What a Disciple Does: A Visual Guide to Week 2 (Abide)

We're continuing to share visual resources from the earlier weeks of our "What a Disciple Does" series for those who may have missed them or who want a fresh way to revisit what we've been learning.

This sketchnote captures the heart of Pastor Paul's message on our first core value: Abide.

The Secret Sauce

Pastor Paul cut straight to the heart of it: love is the central discipline of the Christian life. Not do's and don'ts. Not trying harder. Not checking boxes. Love.

He took us back to John 21, where Jesus reinstated Peter by the fire. Notice what Jesus didn't ask: "Will you fast? Will you pray more? Will you commit to 15 minutes of daily devotion?" Instead, Jesus asked one question three times: "Do you love me?"

That's the focal point of our relationship with Christ.

What Abiding Really Means

When we define abide as "daily personal relationship with Jesus, His life flowing through yours," we're not talking about earning God's affection through spiritual performance. We're talking about responding to a God who loved us first, who came looking for us, who made us His mission.

The outcome of abiding? Becoming a worshiper, not just on Sunday mornings with hands raised, but with your whole life.

The Transformation That Follows

When we love God deeply, everything changes: our mind, our affections, our relationships, our purpose. As Pastor Paul reminded us, what we plant in our lives is what grows in our lives.

So the question isn't "Are you doing enough?" The question is simpler and harder: Do you love the Lord with all your heart, soul, and mind?

A Note About This Sketchnote

This visual summary was created with AI assistance and may not be 100% accurate in every detail. We hope it serves as a helpful reference for visual learners or anyone wanting to revisit the message throughout the week.

Abide = Loving God. That's where it all starts.