Matthew 28:19-20
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.
Scripture Insights
We are all being formed. So, who or what is forming you? Are you being formed intentionally or unintentionally? To become a disciple of Jesus, we must actively take notice of the spiritual practices of our formation.
Who is a disciple? Pastor John Mark Comer challenges us to be a disciple of Jesus, which means striving for three things: to be with Jesus, to be like Jesus, to do the things Jesus did. As we embark on this journey, we are invited to bring others along the path of apprenticeship with Jesus to learn to be with him, to be like him, and to follow his lead. And the amazing news is that Jesus gives us a powerful promise that he will be with us on the journey. He walks the path with us and helps with the spiritual practices of our formation.
As we pray and wait on Jesus during this season, we pray with expectation, wait with anticipation, and intentionally involve ourselves in being formed into the likeness and image of Christ.
Today’s Prayer
Father, help us to be your disciples and to learn to be like you so that we can be in partnership with you as you make more disciples to build your kingdom. May your kingdom come and your will be done.
—Brent Deakins
CotN District Superintendent, Intermountain
