The lie here is that we need not work at this. We just believe and be saved. In truth that’s the start of the journey. In my past I was enamored with the martial arts. I thought that martial artist had the correct path to correct life. I loved the ethic of working hard towards a goal. When Christ found me and I started hanging out with Christians, I was shocked at how little most folks seemed to work at this God thing. Walking with God is a huge responsibility. Until we join with others and admit this is a struggle, we have little to offer the world. Deny yourself and pick up your cross daily to follow Jesus. Simple instructions but a very tough road. This is a serious quest. The most serious quest we can be on. When we veer off the narrow path and indulge ourselves in sin, we offer the world a chance to blaspheme the name of God. We are God’s own children, let’s represent the family folks! Deny yourself and pick up your cross daily. Honestly, I love hanging out with brothers and sisters that take this journey seriously.