How People Change, Paul David Tripp

Are you satisfied with the level of discipleship in your church?

If you’ve ever looked at your church and felt that something was missing, you’re not alone. Many of us long for a deeper sense of transformation within our communities but feel stuck in a cycle of programs, good intentions, and limited results. Paul David Tripp’s How People Change offers a fresh and gospel-centered vision for discipleship that goes far beyond surface-level solutions. It’s not just about improving attendance or implementing a new curriculum; it’s about equipping people to live out their faith in real, everyday life.

In How People Change, Tripp and co-author Timothy S. Lane address a question we’ve all asked at one time or another: Why do Christians who know the gospel still struggle to live transformed lives? The answer lies in how we view change itself. Too often, we approach discipleship as behavior management or knowledge transfer. While those things have their place, true change doesn’t happen from the outside in—it happens from the inside out.

Tripp and Lane introduce a framework rooted in Scripture that helps believers understand the heart dynamics behind lasting transformation. They explore how the gospel reshapes our identity, motivations, and habits, and they provide practical tools to connect these truths to the everyday challenges we face. Whether it’s dealing with anger, navigating relationships, or battling fear and insecurity, this book helps readers see how the gospel speaks to all of life.

But How People Change isn’t just for personal growth; it’s a guide for shaping a culture of discipleship in your church. If you’re a pastor, small group leader, or mentor, this book equips you to disciple others in a way that goes beyond quick fixes and shallow advice. It invites your church to move from surface-level engagement to a deep, heart-level connection with Christ and one another.

Through real-life stories, practical examples, and a clear connection to God’s Word, Tripp makes it clear that transformation is not only possible—it’s what the gospel promises. This book doesn’t offer a magic formula, but it does provide a roadmap for understanding how God works through His Word and His people to bring about real change. The process can be messy, but it’s worth it.

So, are you satisfied with the level of discipleship in your church? Or are you ready to take a step toward deeper transformation—for yourself, your small group, and your entire church community? How People Change will challenge you, inspire you, and equip you to experience the gospel in a way that changes everything. Transformation is possible. Let the journey begin.