In His Steps
The story goes that when they translated the NT into one of the San (Bushmen) dialects, they couldn't find a word for "disciple". Eventually they settled for the word "tracker".I'm tracking Jesus.
I'm on the trail of Jesus.
I'm following His steps and going where He went.
It's a lovely picture.
Peter is talking about being "Aliens and Strangers" in a world that is hostile to the gospel. He's been addressing slaves, masters, wives and husbands. In the middle of all of that comes this general admonition to closely follow the example of Jesus.
As you read it, please note the following things:
- We're to follow closely - In His steps
- We're called to a high standard
- It isn't always easy. We may have to go through persecution and insults. After all, so did Jesus.
- He did something we won't have to do: He carried our sins. It's done.
- We have good reason to follow Him. We were lost, but He found us.
Enjoy this beautiful passage!
| For God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and you must follow in His steps. He never sinned, nor ever deceived anyone. He did not retaliate when He was insulted, nor threaten revenge when He suffered. He left His case in the hands of God, who always judges fairly. He personally carried our sins in His body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By His wounds you are healed. Once you were like sheep who wandered away. But now you have turned to your Shepherd, the Guardian of your souls. (1Peter2:21-25) |
