01. Taking on the Mind of Christ (2003) - Dallas Willard

In this episode of The Dallas Willard Podcast, Rebecca Willard-Heatley introduces a remastered presentation by her father, Dallas Willard, from January 1, 2003, at an InterVarsity Christian Fellowship conference. Dallas Willard's talk, "Following Christ, Taking on the Mind of Christ," explores discipleship and the importance of adopting Jesus's worldview. He uses Philippians 2 to illustrate the mind of Christ, emphasizing humility and regarding others as more important than oneself. Willard discusses the abundant life in the Spirit, the transformation of character, and the ease of the Christian way compared to the difficulty of worldly alternatives. He encourages listeners to actively follow Christ, to live in interactive relationship with Him, and to transform their minds, emotions, and social relationships, ultimately urging a shift from sideline Christianity to a life fully integrated with Christ. He concludes by outlining a process of spiritual transformation involving vision, intention, and practical means like memorizing and practicing Christ's teachings, so that listeners may embrace a life without fear and with the power to do what they want in accordance with God's will.