Christians have had a very limited number of times where they have set a fashion trend or standards.
It is not really what we are known for.
But we have had our moments. Do you remember the WWJD bracelets? They were everywhere! Even folks who couldn't even spell WWJD were wearing them. You may not see those as much these days...but rubber and beaded bracelets with a slogan continue to be very fashionable today. That was us! It was and is a moment of pop cultural influence by people of faith.
Of course, pop culture influence isn't our goal. Kingdom influence is!
Which brings us back to WWJD. What would Jesus do?
We are defining discipleship as "joyfully pursuing the patte
rns, priorities and purpose of Jesus". So what are those patterns? They are the things Jesus would do.
A disciple joyfully seeks to do the same things as Jesus.
What did we see Jesus doing in His earthly ministry?
Jesus worshipped publicly.
Jesus prayed deeply and consistently.
Jesus clearly knew the Word of God.
Jesus connected with and cared for every person He met.
Jesus spoke the truth at all times.
Jesus emptied Himself to serve others.
How do His patterns compare with my patterns? How can I change my patterns to do what Jesus did?
Imagine if the people of Jesus were to do the things of Jesus! The result would be far deeper than a fashion trend.
Your pastor,
Tim
