A thought comes to mind when I think of Authentic Discipleship, my little girl Kayla who is such a sponge right now. She repeats everything you say and do. I think that is what a disciple of Christ should look like; one who totally mimics His ways (the way He walked and talked). I love seeing her grow as she learns one word, then two words and even a sentence here and there. As disciples of Christ we should grow and mature in much the same way. I loved the three things that Pastor said about a disciple: they will desire to learn, practice and share. I believe that Life Groups are a great place to learn about and start practicing the ways of Christ. Like that sponge, we can absorb the knowledge, and practice, of Christ to a point where we will be so saturated with His ways that we can't help but pour out His love into the lives of others. Consider the purpose of a sponge -- to absorb and be poured out! This isn't a one time event. It happens continually over the course of our lives, over and over and over! So I challenge you to be like Kayla, be that sponge, and soak up the knowledge of Christ and then let it pour into the lives of others.
Staci Quarles
Outreach Coordinator
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Great ananlogy Staci! I have been learning this lesson a new as I teach Launch Point. These new believers are like sponges and they inspire me. Thanks for a challenging reminder to never stop absorbing the things of God.
Great ananlogy Staci! I have been learning this lesson a new as I teach Launch Point. These new believers are like sponges and they inspire me. Thanks for a challenging reminder to never stop absorbing the things of God.
Sorry for the double post of my first comment but at least it pads your comment stats!
What a cute picture of you and Kayla and an inspiring word! I want to be a sponge for Christ!
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