Radical Discipleship is not seen by the gifts that a person has, it’s not about their ability to teach, their charisma, their good looks, or their ability to make great accomplishments. It’s not even about the accolades you may receive for being “successful” in the eyes of others. Being radical in the spiritual realm is being intentional with spending time with the Lord, being obedient to what He tells you to do, going where He calls you to go, walking in the authority He gives you, utilizing the power and might that’s already been invested in you by the Lord Jesus when you became born again. True radical discipleship doesn’t come from striving to be seen, but from quietly being faithful in the small things. I believe that it’s time for all believers to grow up and put away childish things, and live with a kingdom mindset, seeking His purpose for your life and His alone. You’re called to be the salt and the light of the earth, to live not by the world’s standards but by God’s, living with purpose, with intention, and with love. The Lord Jesus spoke simply what the characteristics of a Radical Disciple look like in *Matthew 5:3…the poor in spirit [those devoid of spiritual arrogance, those who regard themselves as insignificant] 4…those who mourn [over their sins and repent] 5…gentle [the kind-hearted, the sweet-spirited, the self-controlled] 6…those who hunger and thirst for righteousness [those who actively seek right standing with God] 7…the merciful 8…the pure in heart [those with integrity, moral courage, and godly character] 9…the makers and maintainers of peace.* It’s not about making a spectacle of your faith, but rather living humbly and out of genuine love for God and His people. Radical disciples, if they really are genuinely radical, have a common thread—they actually believe their spiritual commitments and live them out boldly. When you live radically, you aren’t doing it for the approval of others but because you’re so deeply in love with Jesus that nothing else matters. I like what Alistair Begg said, “The terms and conditions of discipleship involve a radical transformation: the denial of self and the taking up of the cross, which changes my view of life and what is worth chasing in life.” For me, the greatest example of radical discipleship is to steadfastly follow the true meaning of Jesus as Lord in loving the people that feel they are outcast, the ones that society has made feel untouchable, by letting them know how much Jesus loves them and that I love them too! The truth is, being a radical disciple means finding joy in serving others, especially those who can offer you nothing in return. It’s a life that’s centered not on what you can get, but what you can give in Jesus’ name. Following His example is radical and still the most blessed way to live in our broken and deceived world.

My BeLoved, may the grace and peace of the Lord Jesus, the love of God the Father, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, be with you all. Amen. In Christ Love, douglas. HE>i. pastord.blog

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