Jesus Calls Us

Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news.". Mark 1:14-15

Using the words of Jesus, Mark asked his readers to believe Four impossible things. 

Number one - Jesus Christ was the Son of God.  Mark claims that the divine creator of the universe came down from heaven, took human form, and dwelt among us – touching the world in a totally new and profound way.   That Jesus Christ lived, not only 2000 years ago, but he also lives today.

Number two -  He asks you to believe that the time has come – Not a particular day or minute or year – but God’s time – Kairos.  The Kingdom of God is at hand – not in some far distant future – but here, now, on earth, all around us.  And the kingdom of God is found manifest in every person who, for the sake of God, feeds the hungry, clothes the naked, shelters the homeless, visits those who are sick or in prison and comforts those who mourn. 

Number Three   You have to believe is that Jesus is calling you to follow him – in whatever capacity is right for you.  Yes, you have to believe that Jesus wants you – regardless of who you are or what you have done.  He calls each and every one of us, both individually and collectively.  He has chosen each of us:

Number Four - Mark calls you to believe is that if you follow Jesus, you can make a difference in this Kingdom of God on earth.  He asks you to believe, that regardless of who you are, where you’ve been, or what you’ve done…  Regardless of how smart you are or what skills you do or don’t possess, God can and will use you to make a difference to and in the world. 

Are you ready to take up this journey into the unique adventures that God has in store for you?  I say, "Lord, bring it on!"