A walk with Jesus is a lifelong journey of following Him through a deep, personal, and transformative relationship. This walk involves surrendering ourselves—our desires, selfishness, and pride—to be reshaped in His image. This “dying to self” (Luke 9:23) means that we actively choose to put aside our own will and follow His, embracing Him as Savior, Teacher, Friend, and Guide.
Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. Luke 9:23 NIV
I thought the best way to tell the world about Jesus was to share my experience. Sometimes it was hard to see God work in the midst of these storms, but I am thankful for them because I can boldly tell you that God is the only help you need, and He will send you the needed help in different forms. The human mind will always be a limiting factor in understanding the Supremacy and Greatness of The Almighty Father.
Initially, I thought the most effective way to share my faith was by posting memory verses and reposting sermons on my Instagram, since that is where I have a substantial following. However, after some months, I kept thinking about the way forward. One of the things I appreciate about the Holy Spirit is His ability to answer even the questions you have in your thoughts. It’s like He is just waiting for you to just call on Him, and He will answer. This perspective has deepened my understanding of prayer.
“Call to Me and I will answer you, and I will tell you great and mighty things, which you do not know.” (Jeremiah 33:3, NASB1995)
“Then you will call, and the Lord will answer; you will cry for help, and He will say: Here am I.” (Isaiah 58:9, NIV)
So, I received an answer: just talking about Jesus isn’t enough. I want to live a life that reflects His, which involves dying to self, carrying my cross, and following Him. I see how He convicts and prunes me, teaches me how to show grace to others, and how to surrender my will. The more I know Him, the more I realize how imperfect I am and the greater my need for His grace.
This made me wonder if every Christian is going through this process. If so, then why are people converting to other religions? What is undermining Christianity?
There are many loopholes and questions about how we are approaching Christianity. I am so glad I took a step back to learn more about Jesus because I am unlearning and learning. Some teachings in churches, or what has become normalized among us Christians, are not Biblical or of God; they are cultural. People often pick lines from verses to justify their wrong behaviors and instill fear in others.
For many years, people have been hiding behind the notion that the church is a hospital to misbehave and mistreat others. Nowhere in the Bible does it say the church is a hospital. The Church is the body of Jesus Christ. He is light, so there’s no way you can be a Christian and dwell in darkness (stealing, treating others badly, lying, backbiting, etc.). We are sinners; that’s why God sent His only Son to die for us. But once we are in Jesus, there should be a shift, and that is what makes us Christians—being like Jesus.
6 So we are lying if we say we have fellowship with God but go on living in spiritual darkness; we are not practicing the truth. 7 But if we are living in the light, as God is in the light, then we have fellowship with each other, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, cleanses us from all sin. 8 If we claim we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and not living in the truth. 9 But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness. 10 If we claim we have not sinned, we are calling God a liar and showing that his word has no place in our hearts. (1 John 1:6-10, NLT)
I had to take a step back to understand who Jesus is. Reposting short messages on my Instagram story isn’t enough; even sharing testimonies isn’t sufficient. There is more in Him, and it’s up to each of us to build a relationship with Him.
It sickens me when I see people idolizing men of God. Unconsciously and consciously, people often worship men of God more than they worship God. Men of God aren’t the way to God; it’s Jesus.
According to the Bible, pastors are called to several key roles within the church:
1. Shepherd and Caregiver (Acts 20:28)
2. Teacher of the Word (2 Timothy 4:2)
3. Spiritual Leader and Example (1 Peter 5:2-3)
4. Equipper of the Saints (Ephesians 4:11-12)
5. Protector Against False Teachings (Titus 1:9)
6. Prayer and Spiritual Intercession (Acts 6:4)
7. Counselor and Encourager (James 5:14)
Some men of God preach fear instead of the word of God. If you don’t have the Spirit of discernment or don’t ask for discernment, you will be led astray.
Not every word that comes from men of God is Biblical. They may seem sensible to you simply because they come from a powerful leader. People have relinquished their power, just to follow every “spiritual leader.” Get to know Jesus and His word, and you will realize the power you have as a child of God.
Recently, I watched a show where a man discussed how people are converting from Christianity to other religions, and it saddened me. But why wouldn’t they? For so long, many people have been more concerned about miracles and what they can gain (selfish gain), making the Church a business center (some church leaders profit off their members), etc.
“I am shocked that you are turning away so soon from God, who called you to Himself through the loving mercy of Christ. You are following a different way that pretends to be the Good News but is not the Good News at all. You are being fooled by those who deliberately twist the truth concerning Christ. Let God’s curse fall on anyone, including us or even an angel from heaven, who preaches a different kind of Good News than the one we preached to you. I say again what we have said before: If anyone preaches any other Good News than the one you welcomed, let that person be cursed. Obviously, I’m not trying to win the approval of people, but of God. If pleasing people were my goal, I would not be Christ’s servant.” (Galatians 1:6-10, NLT)
We aren’t perfect, but don’t be the reason someone denounces their faith. Some Christians have reduced Christianity to mere spirituality, determining who goes to heaven or hell based on their assumptions about others. They will remove the speck from everyone’s eyes while ignoring the logs in their own. For years, we have focused on everything else but Jesus—whether drinking alcohol is a sin, whether Christians can marry two wives, whether listening to secular music is sinful, paying tithe or not, submitting to your husband or not, loving your wife or not, etc. Focus on Jesus, and He will teach you what to do. Trust me, you can’t rely on your human mind and strength to do the things of God; you need His help.
“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” (Romans 12:2, NLT)
I’m here to encourage everyone who is struggling in their walk with Jesus or has doubts about Christianity: your doubts don’t mean you’re on the wrong path. Seeking Jesus personally through prayer and studying His word will bring clarity and strengthen your journey. Our walk with Jesus is not about perfection but about becoming more like Him each day. Let us strive to reflect His love, humility, and light, allowing Him to renew our minds and guide our paths. Through this, we fulfill the true call of the Christian life. Don’t forget we are salt and light to the world. Remember, the journey of faith is deeply personal and requires continuous growth and understanding. By seeking Him wholeheartedly, you will find clarity and peace that transcends the chaos of the world around you. Embrace this journey and let your walk with Jesus transform not just your life, but also those you encounter along the way.
The Power we have as Christians:
Here are several key powers that Scripture identifies for believers:
- The Power of the Holy Spirit: Christians receive the Holy Spirit, who empowers them with boldness, guidance, and spiritual gifts. In Acts 1:8, Jesus tells His disciples, “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses.” The Spirit equips believers to speak boldly, understand Scripture, and bear spiritual fruit (Galatians 5:22-23). Ephesians 6:10-18).
- Power in Prayer: The Bible highlights the power of prayer to bring about change, healing, and protection. In James 5:16, we read, “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” Jesus also assures believers that if they pray with faith, “it will be done for you” (Matthew 21:22).
- Power to Overcome Sin: Through Christ’s sacrifice, believers have the power to overcome sin and live righteously. Romans 6:14 states, “For sin shall no longer be your master, because you are not under the law, but under grace.” This freedom means that sin does not hold dominion over Christians, allowing them to grow in holiness.
- Authority in Spiritual Warfare: Christians have authority over spiritual forces of darkness. Luke 10:19 records Jesus saying, “I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy.” Believers are encouraged to put on the “full armor of God” to stand against evil (
- Power to Perform Miracles: In line with the early church, Christians are empowered to perform signs and wonders as the Spirit enables. Mark 16:17-18 mentions that “signs will accompany those who believe,” including healing and casting out demons. This power is not for personal gain but to glorify God and build up the faith of others.
- Power of Love and Self-Control: The Holy Spirit enables believers to love, forgive, and demonstrate self-control in ways that go beyond natural human ability. 2 Timothy 1:7 says, “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” This power is meant to reflect God’s character and positively influence others.
- Eternal Life and Victory over Death: Through Jesus’ resurrection, Christians have the promise of eternal life and victory over death (1 Corinthians 15:55-57). This assurance provides confidence, as believers know that even physical death cannot separate them from God.
In summary, Christians are empowered to live transformed lives, overcome spiritual opposition, and reflect God’s love and truth in the world. These powers are not meant for self-exaltation but for living a life that glorifies God
