How well you receive the messenger of God’s truth, reveals how much you truly desire to know God’s truth.

False assumptions about Christianity often become a stumbling block to new and old believers alike. Instead of Pollyanna portrayal of discipleship, Jesus offers a realistic portrait of what one can expect.

If the church had a coat of arms by which we were identified as an army being out, it might well contain the images of a sheep, a snake, and a dove.

Being instructed in the life of faith isn’t proved out by taking an exam, but in the doing of the mission for which we have been commissioned.

Biblical discipleship is work of God’s grace, initiated with calling and culminating with an unexpected community.

To be the presence of Christ requires seeing what he sees, feeling what he feels, and hearing what he says.

If we are to be all onboard in living the life of faith, then it is necessary to understand the implications of sailing these uncharted waters.

While stating “Jesus is Lord” might constitute a historic confession of faith, true discipleship is to be seen in those seeking to live under his exclusive authority.