The Adventure of Being a Disciple

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​I'm not a thrill-seeker, but I do love a good adventure. It doesn't have to be expensive or dramatic. The experience can be as simple as getting lost in a used bookstore or eating at a new restaurant. It can be as fun as exploring a new city on foot or traveling overseas. I enjoy the excitement of something new. 

Following Jesus is an adventure. When you say "yes" to God, you begin a journey of change, freedom, growth, opportunity, and purpose. Being a Christian is not boring. It's not an empty life. Jesus said in John 10:10, "I have come that they might have life, and have it to the full."

Is there a better life than being a follower of Jesus. I think not. Have you ever heard some say they regretted giving their life to Christ? I haven't. On the contrary, I've listened to many who said they wished they hadn't waited so long to surrender their life to Jesus.

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This adventure includes learning to be like Jesus. It's a call to leave our old, empty lives behind and learn a new way of living. Through the Holy Spirit's power, we begin to live our lives according to the instructions from the Word of God.  It's this surrender to His lordship that opens the door for fulfillment and joy.

Here are 12 questions for those who want to step into this adventure:

• What part of your "old life" do you need to yield to Christ?
• What is hindering your progress as a follower of Jesus? Are you willing to surrender it for Him today?
• What "word from God" have you been resisting to obey?
• What step of faith is Jesus asking you to take?
• In what area of your life do you need to grow to become more like Jesus?
• What assignment has God given you, large or small?
• What new spiritual discipline do you need to implement?
• What good thing do you need to say "no" to have more margin?
• What is currently robbing you of the joy of serving Jesus?
• Who are you spending time with that helps you grow in your faith?
• What new believer are you discipling to follow Christ?
• In what areas is God calling you to be a servant?

As you and I answer these challenging questions and continue to follow, the road ahead will be exciting. Jesus does not promise us comfort, security, or even happiness. But he does promise freedom, love, and the all-surpassing joy of knowing him intimately. 

There is no better life.

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