Trail. The word conjures up the idea of a journey. A journey connected to nature and being in the wilderness. Trails are not paved. Trails are not main thoroughfares. They are paths that take us away from the crowds. The best views are the ones that are out of the way, inconvenient and require sacrifice. Remote beauty is more inspiring than accessible beauty because it has taken thought, planning and work to get there. Life is often like a trail. It is often times not well-marked, often times leads us to unique destinations and offers the potential for great beauty.
Jesus once said in Matthew 7," Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few."
The gospel of Jesus is that gate. The good news that Jesus did for us what we could never do for ourselves is the way to find true Zoe. Real life. This trail-- of living your life as a disciple for Christ-- isn't for everyone. Is it for you?
Will you join me as we explore the many ways in which the gospel shapes our life as disciples of Jesus? How this news is the most relevant information for every situation, challenge and problem in your life.
So grab your backpack, lace up your boots and join me on the journey. In the process may we come to know the joy of knowing life in Jesus.
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