10/23/2026
Following Jesus isn’t always comfortable, but He is always worthy.
In Philippians 1:29–30, the Apostle Paul reminds us that following Jesus is more than simply believing in Him. It’s about standing firm in our faith and remaining faithful to Christ, even when following Him comes at a cost.
But how can Paul describe suffering for Christ as a gift?
Because Christ is greater than our suffering.
Jesus humbled Himself, willingly went to the cross, died for our sins, and rose again. Through Him, we have a hope that is greater than anything this world can offer.
And now, He calls us to follow Him.
As followers of Jesus, we’re called to live out the gospel, share our faith, and make disciples. Not because the journey will always be easy, but because Christ is worthy.
Our mission as a Church cannot be built around comfort. It must be built around Christ.
The Christian life isn’t about avoiding hardship. It’s about trusting Jesus, standing firm in our faith, and remembering who we are following.
A question for us this week: Are we living worthy of the Gospel?