The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch. (Acts 11:26 NIV) The disciples were identified as followers of Christ no doubt because their lives exemplified His character. Many people carry this title, not realizing its implication. Whenever we claim that we’re Christian, we’re saying that we belong to Christ, and belonging to Christ means thatContinueContinue reading “Belonging to Christ”
Category Archives: Discipleship
Don’t Follow to Unfollow
Someone had the following quote on their social media profile, “Don’t follow to unfollow.” Those who are familiar with how social media works know what that means. The person is simply saying, “Don’t follow me only to unfollow me later.” I was reminded of John 6 where many who had been following Jesus stopped followingContinueContinue reading “Don’t Follow to Unfollow”
Are You Following Him?
After this a lot of his disciples left. They no longer wanted to be associated with him. Then Jesus gave the Twelve their chance: “Do you also want to leave?” Peter replied, “Master, to whom would we go? You have the words of real life, eternal life. We’ve already committed ourselves, confident that you areContinueContinue reading “Are You Following Him?”
Shine Brighter
The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.(John 1:5) We’ve all watched a movie where the main character, who also happens to be the hero, is temporarily knocked down by the villain. During this time, we watch as evil reigns and we hope and pray that at some point theContinueContinue reading “Shine Brighter”
Rising with the Son 