This one is perhaps a bit messier, but the primary thought behind it is important. Following Christ means that you are actively pursuing Him, and we need to recognize that He should be first in our priorities – our lives were bought with His blood, and when we accept Him as Savior and Lord, He becomes our Master – and so Jesus calls the shots, not us.

“Practicing Your Faith” (#30)

Why do you say to God Almighty, “I want to do what I want, now”?
If you are such an apostate today, tell me, will you be different tomorrow, and how?
Practice what you have been taught by God today, and follow Him close in all the rest
Of the time that you have on this planet and stay close to Him-every day is a test
For your faith. Stay strong in the Lord and you will be sure to pass.
But be assured that you must rely on God, for you will be walking on water, not grass.
Your faith in Christ is by no means passive-Jesus wishes for you to seek Him actively;
If you seek Him with your whole heart, you’ll find Him, and He promises to walk with you faithfully.
Daily be reading His Word, and pray that He will be glorified through you.
Learn to know His voice, and never doubt Him, for His every word is true.