Process

Our culture is event oriented. We like spectacle. This tendency to see things in terms of a single experience can frequently rob us of the joy of the process. Think of it this way: we often think of marriage in terms of the wedding ceremony – an event. But, the real joy and challenge is in learning to live together over the years ahead. Following Jesus can be seen in terms of making a “decision” – again, an event. Yet, following Jesus is not a single event. Following Jesus is a decision we make every time we are faced with any choice. “Will I live like a follower of Jesus?” There is joy in the process. There is much more grace involved in the process. We are working out our salvation as we are being transformed into the image of Christ.