Dr. Steven McMillen, in his book, These Diseases, tells the story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she received the questionnaire part of the college application.

There was a question that asked, “Are You a Leader?”
   Being an honest and conscientious person she wrote in the blank, “No”
She put the possibility of going to this particular college behind and her and began applying elsewhere.
   To her surprise, she received a response letter to her application.  It said,  “Dear Applicant: A study of the application forms reveals that this year our college will have 1,452 new leaders.  We are accepting you because we feel it is imperative that they have at least on follower.”

When it comes to living out our faith, are we ready to follow or are we only willing to lead?

Those situations in your life: when someone asks you to assist them in some form of Christian Service or activity.  Do you get involved and immediately want to start to take control?  Do your tend to quickly offer friendly suggestions and advice because you know that with just a few changes you can make what they are doing better?

And soon, do you start to lead, even though you were there to follow and to assist?

 

Jesus said, "Follow Me."  If we can find a way to give up control of our lives to the Lord, Jesus might just lead us to accomplish something amazing WITH Christ in control.

 

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