Are You a True Disciple of Jesus?

Biblically speaking a disciple is a learner or follower who serves as an apprentice under the teaching and oversight of another. Are you a learner? How often are you reading the Word of God? Do you have any devotionals or books you regularly read or study that help you be more like Jesus? Do you consistently attend church and any small group Bible studies? Are you in relationships with others where there is a sharing of faith, encouragement and accountability? If not, then how are you learning?

Are you a follower of Jesus? Are you living according to the teachings of Jesus? Can people tell by your actions and attitude that you are a follower of Jesus? Are you faithful, giving, loving, compassionate, truthful, committed and serving? Do you share your faith by the way you live? Our lives speak for us. We can say one thing and live another but the only person we end up fooling is ourselves. It’s time for self examination. Here are a few qualities of true disciples of Jesus:

• 24/7 worshipers, not Sunday only.
• Committed to lifelong learning about our faith.
• Submission to the Holy Spirit in all our decisions.
• Hearts that are sensitive to sin and wounded every time we offend God and others.
• Cheerful givers of money, resources, talents and time.
• A deep commitment to the body of Christ.
• Spontaneous acts of selfless compassion.
• Naturally share our faith by the way we live.
• Lives that conform to the word of God without cutting corners.
• Constantly acknowledging the presence of God.

Let’s strive to be like Jesus, representing Him well in our families, workplaces and communities.