Who do you follow? Who do look to for leadership? As the Good Shepherd, Jesus came to lead His flock to heaven. Our culture provides many false idols that pretend to understand the secrets to fulfillment. They give us a delusional look at our world and the path to happiness. As Christians, we often forget the power that a relationship with Jesus provides. If we are willing to truly follow Him, we can discover communion with God and others.

Most of us are very content in the sheepfold of Christianity. We know the boundaries that surround us. We even understand that Jesus stands waiting at the gate for us to follow His lead. The “occasional Christian” encounters Jesus when the circumstance warrants a visit. We keep Jesus at a safe distance until we need His help. We are comfortable lagging behind Jesus even though He has promised us a peace in His kingdom if we join Him on the journey.

How long will you wait? Stop allowing the distractions in your life keep you from Jesus. Following Jesus will bring you great joy. He knows your limitations, but still accepts you as part of the flock. Don’t get left behind! Listen for His voice as you go through the day. Jesus desires to give you a gift that you can’t refuse - eternal life. Follow the leader!