“It takes courage to follow Me!”

            Many have chosen the path of righteousness, only to discover that there is no room on the path for self-promotion and self-praise. It takes courage to follow Me! Those who follow Me find that I am enough. Everything is left behind when I stand before you. Come, follow Me, and you will be made into My likeness.

            My Son is the Lamb slain before anything was created. He is more than the Lamb—He is the sacrificial Lamb. Born crucified, He lived before Me daily as My delight. We took pleasure and delight in one another. And I find My delight in you, for you also have been born crucified. As one with My Lamb, we will sit and rule together in eternal glory. Can you not leave behind what clings to your soul? Can your affections now burn with love for Me? It is more than a choice; it is courage that must fill your heart as you look upon the horizon. Never fear what is to come, for I am the One who was, who is, and who is to come!

            You are an heir of the kingdom—all My promises to you are yes and amen! Nothing will disappoint you as you walk into My kingdom reality. Glory, ever-increasing glory, will surround you. To follow Me is not merely leaving everything; it is gaining everything. Set your gaze on what I am to you and what I have deposited inside your heart. All things are now yours: life, eternity, authority, power, and glory. No one will be able to take these from you. Move forward without fear, and I will be your great reward!

 LUKE 5:10–11

            Jesus answered, “Do not yield to your fear, Simon Peter. From now on you will catch men for salvation!” After pulling their boats to the shore, they left everything behind and followed Jesus.

            Reflect on what He is to you and what He has deposited in your heart. What does walking with courage into His promises look like to you?