On Discipleship

Whelp, my sweet friend Kristin Laughlin invited me to a Noonday Collection trunk show at house, which {I though} was last night. So, when I was thinking I was showing up late for an event, I was actually getting ready to surprise a friend and be welcomed with a cup of decaf and Modern Family.

Kristin and I share many mutual friends, and as we've gotten to know each other we have discovered more things we share in common, such as a love for photography and a passion for Discipleship. She is not only very talented with a camera in hand, but her passion for the Lord and sweet spirit are just down right inspiring. I jumped at the chance to work with her a little last year, and have loved the random chances {like last night} to catch up.

I had just come from my small group, and let's just say I was feeling a little challenged in leading. I am unqualified, easily distracted, don't have the gift of teaching, but even if I did I am not eloquent with words. Most days (every day) I need to hear what I am reading more than the girls I am reading it to. In spite of all of this, pride somehow sneaks in and I am arrogant. Then I confess, but 9 times out of 10 it is wrapped up in false humility. 

{Sufice it to say, the reality of my need for a Savior sinks in deeper each day}

Donald Miller has a fantastic blog post on Discipleship from March, Ten Characteristics of a Disciple.

(Reason #98475 for twitter: links you wouldn't otherwise find)

Kristin was so encouraging, and gave me great resources..excited to pair this with Ashley Anderson's study of John and forge ahead (come Lord Jesus)