Creekside With Christ

In this episode of Creekside With Christ, Ethan explores the powerful invitation of Jesus: “Follow Me.” Drawing from key passages throughout the Gospels, Ethan unpacks what it truly means to follow Christ—highlighting the call’s urgency, cost, and promise. He challenges common misconceptions and emphasizes that discipleship is more than belief—it’s daily obedience, surrender, and mission. Tune in to discover how following Jesus transforms your identity, priorities, and purpose.

List of "Follow Me" References:

1. Matthew 4:19, Mark 1:17 "Follow me and I will make you fishers of men."
2. Matthew 8:22, Luke 9:59 - To another he said, “Follow me.” But he said, “Lord, let me first go and bury my father.” ..."Follow me, and let the dead bury their own dead."
3. Matthew 9:9, Mark 2:14, Luke 5:27 - After this he went out and saw a tax collector named Levi, sitting at the tax booth. And he said to him, “Follow me.”
4. Matthew 16:24, Mark 8:34, Luke 9:23 - "If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me."
5. Matthew 19:21, Mark 10:21, Luke 18:22 - Jesus said to him, “If you would be perfect, go, sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.”
6. Luke 14:27 - Whoever does not bear his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple.
7. John 1:43 - The next day Jesus decided to go to Galilee. He found Philip and said to him, “Follow me.”
8. John 10:27 - My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. (I realize this one is not a command, but a statement of fact. I decided to include it anyway.)
9. John 12:26 - If anyone serves me, he must follow me; and where I am, there will my servant be also. If anyone serves me, the Father will honor him.
10. John 13:36 - Simon Peter said to him, “Lord, where are you going?” Jesus answered him, “Where I am going you cannot follow me now, but you will follow afterward.”
11. John 21:19 - (This he said to show by what kind of death he was to glorify God.) And after saying this he said to him, “Follow me.”
12. John 21:22 - Jesus said to him, “If it is my will that he remain until I come, what is that to you? You follow me!”

Before you can begin the walk, you need to know why the journey is worth taking.

In this episode of Creekside With Christ, Ethan lays the foundation for the entire season by answering the essential question: Why should I walk with Jesus? The world offers a thousand answers to finding happiness and fulfillment—but only Jesus offers true life, lasting identity, and eternal purpose. Rooted in Scripture and rich in reflection, this episode explores what it really means to deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow the One who gives life more abundantly.

Whether you're new to the faith or seeking deeper commitment, this episode will encourage you to take your first—or next—step with Christ.

Welcome to the very first episode of Creekside with Christ! 

Hosted by Ethan Foister, pulpit minister for the Montrose church of Christ in Defeated Creek, Tennessee, this short introduction sets the tone for what you can expect each week—a quiet space to slow down, reflect, and walk more closely with Jesus.

Take a moment to step away from the noise—and step into a peaceful, Christ-centered conversation. Our first full season launches May 26th. Make sure to follow or subscribe so you don’t miss it.

Until next time, keep walking with Christ—down by the creekside.