Have we fallen prey to the idea that others can’t do without us? After all, the world – not to mention the Kingdom of God – will continue, UMC or no UMC. It would be egocentric in the extreme to suggest otherwise.
Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and his disciples followed him. On reaching the place, he said to them, “Pray that you will not fall into temptation.” He withdrew about a
Discipleship is not sexy. Jesus reveals that the path of discipleship is about turning from one’s selfish ways and taking up one’s cross daily. Dying daily means we submit to Jesus’ mission (i.e. discipleship), not our personal preference. This is not easy, and requires church leaders to take the time to evaluate your ministry context.
Psalm 31 In You, O Lord, I put my trust, shamed let me never be; According to Your righteousness, O Lord, deliver me. Bow down Your ear to me, with speed send me deliverance; To
