There’s something we miss when all we look at is the rest, rejuvenation, reconciliation and peace that Jesus gives to those who are harassed and helpless

It’s the life-changing challenges, the motivation, the drive and the dangerous wonder that following Jesus leads to.

In most (I expect) of our experiences, the challenges and the dangerous wonder don’t lead to physical persecution, imprisonment, violence or death. 

But I think this week’s Bible reading from Matthew 10:24-39 is a powerful reminder that following Jesus isn’t about being comfortable with the way things are.  It’s about having a passion to live a life dedicated to justice and peace – no matter how unpopular or how how unsettling that is to us and to those around us. 

The late Mike Yaconelli used the term “Dangerous Wonder” to describe the marvelous, troubling, fulfilling, confusing, peaceful and dangerous life  of following Jesus.

What’s your experience following Jesus?