How do I follow Jesus? – Page 2

All-In

Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. Proverbs 3:6 (NLT) Have you ever done a trust fall? If not, here’s a brief description. You stand on an elevated surface, a table, a chair, a retaining wall, etc., A group of your friends, coworkers, or whoever isContinueContinue reading “All-In”

Blackout

Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life. John 8:12 (NLT) When we lived in Southern Oregon, our home was in a very rural area. InContinueContinue reading “Blackout”

Rise Above

Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. Matthew 6:33 (NLT) The American Dream has been a thing for over 200 years. The concept is quite simple. Live a good life. Get a spouse. Buy a house. Have some kids. Work a good job.ContinueContinue reading “Rise Above”

Ghosting

My heart has heard you say, “Come and talk with me.” And my heart responds, “Lord, I am coming.” Psalm 27:8 (NLT) In case you’ve lived in a cave, and in a technological blackout, you may not have heard the term “ghosting” before. I know, each generation comes up with new words that mean somethingContinueContinue reading “Ghosting”

Keep Moving

I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.Philippians 3:14 (NLT) Our current home is situated in such a way that we are on a hill which overlooks our neighbors’ backyards. When we are on the east side of ourContinueContinue reading “Keep Moving”

That Smells Good!

Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered Himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.Ephesians 5:2 (NLT) Have you ever driven into an area of town where there are a lot of restaurants and gotten “the smell?” You know? The smell? OK, letContinueContinue reading “That Smells Good!”