Saturday, November 3, 2012

NAF- Day Twenty



Today’s Scripture: The king answered Araunah, “No, I insist on buying it from you for a price, for I will not offer to the Lord my God burnt offerings that cost me nothing.” David bought the threshing floor and the oxen for 20 ounces of silver.    2 Samuel 24:24

 
Read John 6. How is Jesus calling you to deeper followership?

In Not A Fan Kyle Idleman asks, “Fans want to follow Jesus closely enough to get all the benefits, but not so close that he calls them to sacrifice or surrender things that are important. If you‘re unsure if you‘re a fan or a follower, then ask yourself this: When was the last time my relationship with Jesus cost me something?”


Friday, November 2, 2012

NAF- Day Nineteen


Today’s Scripture: Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives to all generously and without criticizing, and it will be given to him.           James 1:5

 Read John 5. How is Jesus calling you to deeper followership?
 
In Not A Fan Kyle Idleman writes, “Jesus made it clear. There is no such thing as ‘selective allegiance.’ When we decide to follow Him, he calls for a complete commitment and total surrender.”
 
What is the Holy Spirit leading you to surrender today?

Thursday, November 1, 2012

NAF- Day Eighteen


Today’s Scripture: A man who endures trials is blessed, because when he passes the test he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. James 1:12

Read John 4. How is Jesus calling you to deeper followership?

In Not A Fan Kyle Idleman observes, “―Ultimately, what separates a fan from a follower is commitment. Many consider themselves followers, but what happens when their commitment is tested?”

Ask the Holy Spirit to bring to mind a time recently when your commitment was tested - and you passed the test. Spend some time thanking God for His faithfulness to you.