The die has been cast, I have stepped over the line, the decision has been made: i am a disciple of Jesus Christ. I will not look up, let up, slow down, back away or be still. I no Longer need preeminence, prosperity, position, promotions, or popularity. I don’t have to be right. First. Tops. Recognized, praised, regarded or rewarded. I now live by faith, love by patience, lift by prayer and labor by power. My Pace is set, my gate is fast, my goal is heaven, my road is narrow, my Way is rough, my companions few, my guide reliable, my mission clear. I cannot be bothered, compromised, deterred, lured away, turned back, diluted or delayed. I will not flinch in the face of sacrifice. I will not hesitate in the presence of adversity. I will not negotiate at the table of the enemy. I will not ponder at the pool of popularity, nor meander in the maze of mediocricy. I will not give up, back up, let up, or shut up Until I have prayed up, preached up, stored up, and stayed up the cause of Christ. I am a disciple of Jesus Christ. I must go until he returns, give until I drop, preach until all know, and work until he comes. And when he comes to get his own he will have no trouble recognizing me. My colors are always flying high and they are available for all to see. Are you a disciple of Jesus Christ?