The Dallas Willard Podcast 66. “Adding to Your Faith” by Sowing to the Spirit and Exercising unto Godliness (1981)
Jan 19, 2026
Dallas Willard, a respected Christian philosopher, shares profound insights on discipleship and spiritual disciplines. He defines a disciple as someone striving to mirror Christ's character and emphasizes the importance of active spiritual growth. Willard discusses the necessity of disciplined practices like fasting and exercising towards godliness. He challenges listeners to evaluate their commitment to discipleship while detailing how true transformation requires resolve and intentionality. Ultimately, he paints a picture of the triumphant life rooted in holiness and spiritual power.
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Being A Disciple Is A Definitive Choice
- A disciple is someone for whom the most important thing is to be like Christ in all dimensions of life.
- Dallas Willard argues this is a factual yes-or-no question that determines access to many biblical promises.
Progression Of Virtues Adds To Faith
- Spiritual growth follows a progression of virtues that must be added to faith (virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, kindness, love).
- Abounding in these makes one fruitful and opens experiential access to God's promises.
Maturity Means Co-Working With God
- Spiritual maturity moves us from dependence to co-working with God, not constant directives from Him.
- Mature disciples can engage God in decisions and act for God's glory like Moses did.
