Then Jesus said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” They immediately left their nets and followed Him. —Mark 1:17-18 (NKJV)
As a Christian, do you follow Jesus willingly or reluctantly? Do you follow Him because of what you want to gain, or because of the deep love you have for Him? You ought to follow Jesus willingly and wholeheartedly, not reluctantly or grudgingly. Sadly, many believers today follow Jesus reluctantly, and their attitude toward the things of God often reflects this hesitation—even if they do not realize it.
For instance, some people need constant persuasion just to attend church. Even when they are present, leaders must frequently encourage them to participate or get involved in what is happening. This is not how our walk with God is supposed to be. However, your attitude should be different. The greatest proof that you truly love Jesus and appreciate what He has done for you is to follow Him willingly.
In Matthew 4:18-22, we see what true followership means. Jesus met Simon and Andrew, who were fishermen, and asked them to be a part of His mission. When He called them, they did not argue or hesitate; they followed Him immediately.
As you continue in your walk with Christ, make a conscious decision to follow Him willingly. Let your actions and responses always reflect a willing spirit, and you will be amazed at how your life moves from glory to glory. Take a moment to review your response to Him so far, and start making any necessary changes. In the end, you are the one who will be blessed. Remember what the Bible says:
If you are willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the land; —Isaiah 1:19 (NKJV)
Hallelujah!
Today’s Rhema
Be a willing follower of Jesus, and you will walk in the blessings that follow true followership!
Prayer
Father, I am grateful for this wonderful truth. I choose to follow You willingly and not grudgingly. I declare that as I do this, I am walking in dominion and in the blessings that follow true followership, in Jesus’ name. Amen!
