“Many Christians today think of salvation as leaving earth for heaven, but the story of Scripture is quite the opposite. The message of the kingdom of God is not an escape from earth to heaven but God’s reign coming down from heaven to earth. The focus of God’s reign is his people, but the scope of God’s reign is all of creation.” – Jeremy Treat.

While Jesus was on the earth, the focus of His teaching and ministry was on the Kingdom of God. In the ESV translation, “kingdom” is mentioned 126 times in the Gospels. For example, Luke 17:20-21 (ESV) says, “The kingdom of God is not coming in ways that can be observed… for behold, the kingdom of God is in the midst of you.” The book of Acts is filled with accounts of works of the Kingdom of God.

In Christian terms, the Kingdom of God primarily refers to God’s rule and reign, both now and in the future. It’s about God’s authority being recognized and followed, both in individual lives and in the world as a whole. It’s not just a future hope, but also a present reality experienced through faith and the presence of the Holy Spirit. Jesus taught the Kingdom of God as a new way of living and thinking, not as a physical kingdom with walls and a castle.

Because Jesus spent a significant amount of time teaching about the Kingdom of God, it should be an essential part of our understanding as Christians. Not only can we understand God’s Kingdom, but we can live in it and carry its message. Seeking first the Kingdom of God also means prioritizing God’s values and principles in every aspect of our lives. It involves making decisions that align with God’s will, cultivating spiritual disciplines such as prayer, studying the Scriptures, and actively participating in the Christian community.

When we hear the phrase “kingdom of God,” we often picture something distant and future — a heaven beyond the clouds, a reign of Christ that will arrive sometime in the future. But Jesus flips that expectation. The kingdom is already among us. It’s not found in pomp or pageantry, but in the quiet transformation of lives touched by His grace.

The kingdom of God is wherever God reigns — and that begins in the human heart. It is both already and not yet — present in the hidden work of the Spirit in the world now, and yet to be fulfilled completely when Christ returns.

This means the kingdom is not something we wait for passively. It’s something we live into daily. When you forgive someone who doesn’t deserve it, the kingdom breaks in. When you serve the poor, bless your enemies, pursue justice, or speak the truth in love, the kingdom advances. When a heart turns to God, heaven celebrates because the Kingdom has advanced.

God’s rule is not about political power, cultural dominance, or visible status. It’s about humility, love, mercy, and truth taking root in everyday life.

Discussion questions:

1. How does the Kingdom of God impact our daily lives? How does it shape our priorities, decisions, and relationships?
2. How can we participate in God’s Kingdom? How can we live out the values of the Kingdom in our homes, workplaces, and communities?

“All of you together are Christ’s body, and each of you is a part of it.” – 1 Corinthians 12:27.

When many people hear the word “church,” they think of a building: stained glass, windows, pews, pulpits, and Sunday services. “You gotta have one to get married in,” or “It’s the place where kids should go on Sunday.”

The real church is not defined by architecture, location, or programs. It’s the living body of Christ—made up of believers. Wherever God’s people gather in His name, whether in cathedrals or living rooms, coffee shops or prisons, that is the church. Not brick and mortar, but flesh and spirit.

We get sidetracked sometimes—measuring the health of a church by its attendance numbers, worship style, or even the polish of its sermons. The true church is not defined by size, wealth, or popularity, but by its devotion to Christ and its commitment to His word. It is marked by something much deeper: love, unity, truth, and mission. The true church is composed of individuals who have a personal, intimate relationship with Jesus, making Him the center of their lives.

The true church exists to help people deepen their relationship with God by establishing a connection with Jesus Christ. The genuine church will disciple individuals and help them develop their God-given talents to be used in magnifying the Lord.

It is a place of real faith. Faith is the absolute belief that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven and eternal life. That type of faith should compel a person to explore and deepen their relationship with Jesus by living for Him every day. It’s not about being perfect as much as it is about recognizing how much you need Jesus and understanding that repentance leads to transformation.

It is place of real boldness. Boldness can be a risky business, but only if we do it on our own. When the Lord leads the way, we can follow Him without fear, knowing the outcome is always in His capable hands. When the disciples prepared to share the gospel, they prayed, “…give us, your servants, great boldness in preaching your word” (Acts 4:29). They knew they couldn’t drum up boldness on their own, so they called on God to help them be unafraid and unapologetic.

The Lord quickly answered the disciples’ prayer: “After this prayer, the meeting place shook, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit. Then they preached the word of God with boldness” (Acts 4:31). Boldness is really about God, then, and not about us.

“The Bible is not the light of the world; it is the light of the Church. But the world does not read the Bible; the world reads Christians! You are the light of the world.” (Charles Spurgeon).

Discussion Questions:

1. Do I view church primarily as a place I attend, or a people I belong to?
2. How am I contributing to the life and mission of the real church?
3. Are there ways I’ve limited my understanding of church to something less than God intended?

We read the stories of Jesus—his joy, his resolute peace through uncertainty, His unanxious presence, his relaxed manner, and how in the moment he was—and think, I want that life. We hear his open invitation to “life…to the full” and think, “Sign me up.” We hear about his easy yoke and soul-deep rest and think, Gosh, yes, heck yes. I need that. But then we’re not willing to adopt his lifestyle. But in Jesus’ case, it is worth the cost.” – John Mark Comer.

Surrender is not a popular word in our culture today. We do not generally applaud submission. Surrender implies weakness to most people and evokes the unpleasant images of admitting defeat in battle, forfeiting a game, or yielding to a stronger opponent. The word is almost always used in a negative context. In today’s competitive culture, we are taught never to give up and never give in – so we don’t often hear much about surrendering.  Studied in Scripture, however, surrender to the will of God is seen as the heart of worship. So how do you live with Jesus in the center of your life?

Listen to the Apostle Paul’s words: “Do not let any part of your body become an instrument of evil to serve sin. Instead, give yourselves completely to God, for you were dead, but now you have new life” (Romans 6.13).

“Give yourselves completely to God.” Other versions put the same thought in different words: “yield yourself to God,” “offer yourselves to God,” and “present yourselves to God.” The key to living with Jesus at the center of your life is surrendering control to Him day by day and moment by moment.

Jesus lived a life of continual surrender to the Father. ”So Jesus explained, “I tell you the truth, the Son can do nothing by himself. He does only what he sees the Father doing. Whatever the Father does, the Son also does.” (John 5:19). As He said to the Father when the time came to surrender His life, “I want your will to be done, not mine.” (Luke 22:42).

Walking with Jesus means continual surrender, trusting that the God who made you has a plan for you and loves you. You aren’t surrendering your God-given identity and uniqueness when you surrender to Christ. We surrender not for fear or threat but in the hope that the One to whom we surrender has a better life for us.

In surrender, God may—or may not—give us what we want. But when we surrender, He always wants to provide us with Himself. When we surrender, we always receive what is best: the Lord Jesus. When we surrender our lives, we give up ourselves minute by minute, day after day. We give up our will, fears, comfort, and control.

Surrender isn’t about giving up; it’s about giving in to the One who knows what is best for us, to the One who knows us most and has a perfect plan.

Discussion Questions:

1. What is an area of your life that you know you need to surrender to God?
2. What might you be giving up if you do surrender that area to God?
3. Do you believe that surrendering to God could benefit you? How?

“For many of us, the great danger is not that we will renounce our faith. It is that we will become so distracted, rushed, and preoccupied that we will settle for a mediocre version of it. We will just skim our lives instead of actually living them.” – John Ortberg.

When Christ called us, He called us to live a radical life. Our allegiance to Him is something that should affect every area of our lives. Following Jesus is not just sitting in church on Sunday. It is a radical commitment. There is no such thing as a passive, purposeless lifestyle among those who embrace Jesus.

We are pretty ordinary people, but the gospel ministry belongs to ordinary people doing ordinary things with radical devotion to Christ. It is not only the task of paid professionals, but also the task of the body of Christ, to engage in the mission. Well, what does that look like in practical terms? How can each of us play this role? It is not that complicated. It begins with a radical commitment to Jesus: to be with Jesus, become like Him, and do as He did. A radical commitment that we don’t get to follow Jesus, but a privilege that we get to follow Him.

Dwight L. Moody, an American evangelist who founded the Moody Church, Moody Bible Institute, and Moody Publishers, said, “If this world is going to be reached, I am convinced that men and women of average talent must do it.”  Jesus picked ordinary men as His disciples. Ordinary men. Fishermen, tax collectors, etc.. God turned their weaknesses into strengths and used them to change the world. The disciples were deeply committed to following Jesus, as evidenced by their actions and the teachings recorded in the Bible. This commitment included dedicating themselves to His teachings, fellowship, prayer, and sharing meals. Their radical commitment led to persecution and even martyrdom for their faith.

Have you ever wondered what would happen if Christians lived a life radically committed to Jesus? When a person does something Christ-like or glorifying to God, it is regarded as special, as if something extraordinary. However, if the church were radically committed to being with Jesus, becoming like Him, and doing as He did, it would be commonplace.

When we obey God and live ordinary radical lives, we can turn the world upside down. But obedience can cost us. Jesus told us that we must deny ourselves and take up our cross daily if we are to follow Him (Luke 9:23). He laid down His own life for the sake of someone else—and there is nothing more radical—so we are called to do the same.

If we call ourselves Christians, we must be willing to let God use every aspect of our ordinary lives in radical ways.

Discussion Questions:

1. What are initial thoughts when hearing the phrase “radical commitment to Jesus?” How does this challenge or confirm your understanding of discipleship?
2. How does Jesus’ teaching in passages like Luke 14:26-27 about the cost of following Him shape the understanding of “radical commitment?” What do these passages suggest about the level of devotion Jesus expects?

Summary: A “church on the move” signifies a community of believers actively engaged in God’s mission, demonstrating a commitment to growth, service, and outreach. It’s a church that doesn’t settle for comfort or complacency, but actively seeks opportunities to impact the world around them with the love and message of Jesus Christ. This involves a willingness to step out in faith, embrace change, and respond to the community’s needs.

A church on the move recognizes that God is constantly working and moving, and they strive to align themselves with His activity. This may involve adapting to new circumstances, embracing new technologies, or exploring new ways to connect with people. This type of church doesn’t shy away from the brokenness and heartache in the world, but instead moves toward it, offering help, hope, and healing. They are generous with their time, resources, and talents, seeking to meet the needs of others.

A church on the move understands that it is a steward of God’s resources and lives a generous life, reflecting God’s generosity. This generosity extends beyond financial giving to include acts of service, compassion, and love. They rely on the guidance of the Holy Spirit to discern God’s will and direction, trusting that He will lead them to new and exciting places. This requires a willingness to be led, to be obedient, and to trust in God’s faithfulness.

In Exodus 35 (NIV), God told the people, “From what you have, take an offering for the LORD. Everyone who is willing is to bring to the LORD an offering of gold, silver and bronze” (Exodus 35:5). “Everyone who is willing.” We have that part down; we are willing.  In Exodus 35:21 we find out what happened. “and everyone who was willing and whose heart moved them came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the tent of meeting, for all its service, and for the sacred garments.” They weren’t just moved; they got moving.

Many of us have felt that stirring in our hearts—the quiet whisper during worship, the conviction while reading Scripture, the tear in our eye when we hear a powerful testimony. That’s being moved by God. It’s real, it’s powerful, and it’s necessary. But being moved is not the same as moving. We can sit in church, deeply touched, and still walk out unchanged. We can be stirred in our spirit, but never take a single step in faith.

Being moved by God is the beginning. But moving with God requires surrender, trust, and action. It looks like Abraham leaving his homeland. Like Peter stepping out of the boat. Like Mary saying, “I am the Lord’s servant. May everything you have said about me come true”

In essence, the future church is about more than just attending services or participating in church activities. It’s about actively living out the gospel, demonstrating God’s love and grace to the world, and being a catalyst for positive change in the lives of others. We often pray for God to move—but He already is. The better question is: are we moving with Him?

The story in Exodus 35 ends in Exodus 36:4-7 (TLB) where re read, “We have more than enough materials on hand now to complete the job!” So Moses sent a message throughout the camp announcing that no more donations were needed. Then at last the people were restrained from bringing more!”

Discussion Questions:

1. What does it mean for a church to be “on the move?” What picture comes to mind when considering that phrase?
2. How has your understanding of “church” shifted from a building or event to something you are, a living body of believers actively participating in God’s mission?
3. What can we do as a church and as a body to move forward?

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart;  do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.” Proverbs 3:5-6.

One of the most heartfelt and moving moments during church services is seeing individuals respond to God’s call and raise their hands, saying “yes” to God.  “Yes” to living for Jesus. “Yes” to being set apart for His Gospel. “Yes” to doing things His way. “Yes” to obeying His voice. “Yes” to studying His Word.” “Yes” to making the changes that are needed to follow Him.

Saying “yes” to Jesus is foundational for spiritual formation and living a life of purpose. It means choosing to trust and obey God’s will, even when it’s challenging, and involves surrendering your desires and plans to His. Christian spiritual formation is simple, yet it encompasses many components. It’s saying yes to a lifelong and forever journey with Jesus.

What happens when we say YES to God’s calling on our lives? We have no way of knowing for sure what the outcome will be. But we do know that saying yes to Jesus is better than anything or anyone else. In this world, we will find nothing greater than Jesus. Saying yes to Jesus leaves the past behind and trusts the future to Him. Often, we are held back by our past mistakes or the things that we want to accomplish personally. We put up roadblocks when it comes to following what God has for us. But if we say yes, God takes care of our future and covers our past mistakes with His blood.

Saying yes means that God is your authority; you are placing your hope, trust, and loyalty in Him. He is the ultimate authority, and you should gladly submit your life to Him. You experience His faithfulness when you say yes. God is always faithful to us. He will finish what He begins. His timing is perfect. His ways are perfect. God will show up in ways that you would never expect when you say yes to whatever it is that He is calling you to.

But yes is yes even when things go south. You will have moments when it’s not fun to follow. You will have moments when you don’t want to follow. You will have people who will encourage you to say “maybe” or “no.” In these times, yes needs to stay yes and trust in God.

You have no idea how God may use you when you say yes. Peter did not know that he would write 1 and 2 Peter. He had no idea that he would preach the first sermon in the church and that 3,000 people would get saved. He just followed Christ.

As we follow Jesus, we will often encounter things that require courage and faith. When we feel resistant, afraid, and tempted to say no to Him, we need to remember all the things we are saying yes to. God’s grace, love, help, and purpose are better than anything this world could offer us.

Discussion Questions:

1. What comes to mind when you say “yes” to Jesus?
2. How can we ensure ‘yes’ stays ‘yes’ when we face hard times?

“Nothing in or of this world measures up to the simple pleasure of experiencing the presence of God.” – Aiden Wilson Tozer.

The life of Joseph, as recounted in the book of Genesis, is one of the most well-known stories in the Bible. God used Joseph mightily, but as often is the case, that comes with great suffering. Joseph was mistreated, slandered, and betrayed by his own family. As a result, he had to learn how to forgive others.

 After Joseph was wrongfully sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, he was wronged again by his Egyptian master’s wife. Still, through his God-given ability to be blessed in all situations and to interpret dreams, he rose to the second-in-command position over all of Egypt.  In that position, Joseph then had the opportunity to wield power over his food-seeking brothers during a severe famine.  Rather than seeking revenge for being wronged,  Joseph talked about his heart for God and gave us an object lesson in forgiveness. Genesis 41:51  says, “ Joseph named his older son Manasseh, for he said, “God has made me forget all my troubles and everyone in my father’s family.” In that statement, we have the blueprint for forgiveness in 2025.

 God has caused me to forget:  Joseph recognized that true forgiveness comes from God, and does not come naturally to people. God’s action in forgiveness is very specific; it comes through me.  It is not for someone else; I must respond to God, even ask Him, to cause me, as Joseph did, to forget our troubles. And then he forgot: it was gone from Joseph’s mind.

What did God cause Joseph to forget?  Not his brothers, as he instantly recognized them when they came before him for food.  He forgot the difficulties and the consequences – the pain and humiliation – of the wrongs done against him.  Once those are forgotten, which only God can do, the offense can disappear or at least seem less important. His brothers’ jealousy, his father’s favoritism, and his innocent prideful behavior led to his brothers’ hatred of him.  All of those things were taken from his mind.

For a believer, forgiveness is a central tenet of faith, encompassing both receiving and extending forgiveness. It involves letting go of resentment and anger towards others, even those who have wronged them, and also recognizing one’s own need for forgiveness from God. This process is rooted in God’s forgiveness of humanity through Jesus Christ and is a pathway to spiritual, mental, and emotional healing.

Once again, Joseph’s focus was on God and what He could do in the midst of evil and unhappy circumstances. For those who struggle to forgive, entrust it to God. Ask Him to change your heart and trust that He will bring you to a place of peace. The journey may be challenging, but with God, it can be a rule of life.

Discussion Questions:

1. What are some key biblical examples of forgiveness that inspire you, and why?
2. How does understanding God’s forgiveness of our own sins impact our ability and motivation to forgive others
3. How can forgiveness be a rule of life?

“Neither do people pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst; the wine will run out and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved.” – Matthew 9:14-17.

It has been almost seven years since Hurricane Michael made its devastating landfall as a Category 5 storm, causing unprecedented destruction in the Florida Panhandle. The hurricane’s impact was immense, and the path to recovery has been long and arduous. In many cases, the first step to recovering from this catastrophic storm was demolition. We can’t slather new mortar over crumbling plaster, because in the end, both will fail to solve the real problem.

Jesus discussed this idea with His disciples in Matthew 9:17, in response to a question about fasting. While the Pharisees imposed strict adherence to the old laws, Jesus offered a new, grace-filled relationship with God. He illustrated this with a comparison between old and new wineskins (Matthew 9:17). Wine was stored in wineskins. New wine needed new wineskins, pliable enough to expand as the wine fermented. It wouldn’t work to put new wine in old wineskins — both the wine and the container would be destroyed. The Pharisees found it impossible to mix their version of religion with the new relationship Jesus came to earth to offer.

As people sorted through the mounds of debris after Michael, they quickly realized their hope for a quick resolution would never come to fruition. The reality is that in many cases, homes needed to be torn down to be rebuilt. In the same vein, spiritually, we sometimes try to pour new wine into an old skin.

It is all about change. When something new enters your life, you often need to release an old way of thinking in order to embrace the new thing fully. God will give you new wine, but you are responsible for supplying the new wineskin. It may require changing your environment, location, job, career, or any other aspect of your life that you are comfortable with. When God leads you to make a change, He is unleashing more of His presence and power into your life. New wine represents the power of the Holy Spirit, and we want His power to overflow into every aspect of our lives, including our finances, jobs, relationships, and all that we do.

A significant part of giving God a new wineskin is letting go of control and moving forward in faith, even when you don’t know where the path is leading. Change, growth, and development all begin with a decision to move toward something new. Holding onto your former patterns of thinking, your past goals, or even your greatest triumphs can keep you from reaching forward to what is ahead. You must surrender your need for control and trust God completely. He will expand your capacity when you let Him carry the weight.

Every actual change in your life begins with an ending. And every new batch of wine needs a new wineskin. Something old must come to an end before something new can begin. Take some time and ask the Lord to help you prepare some new wineskins for the future.

But as difficult as the process is, the joy of restoration is far greater … and so worth it.

Discussion Questions:

1. What “new wine” or fresh move of God are you experiencing or expecting in your life right now? 
2. Where in your life do you notice “old wineskins” (rigid mindsets, past hurts, or outdated practices) that might prevent you from growing or receiving what God has for you? 
3. Are you willing to trust God enough to be open to new wine, even if it means stepping out of your comfort zone?

Summary: Spiritual formation is the process of growing closer to God and becoming more like Jesus (or your understanding of a higher power) through intentional practices and relationships. It’s about aligning your thoughts, feelings, and actions with your spiritual beliefs, leading to a more transformed and Christ-like life.

Though spiritual formation and discipleship both involve a process of growth and change, they begin with the understanding that we are sinners in need of a Savior. Then, once saved, God calls us to change—to allow the Holy Spirit to begin working in our lives so we can become more and more like Him. The essence of spiritual formation is hearing God in His Word, growing in the grace and knowledge of Jesus, and acting on that knowledge

Spiritual formation can occur anytime, anywhere: it can happen while mowing the lawn, driving to work, making the kids’ lunches, reading the Bible, praying, or participating in a small group, among other activities. In other words, spiritual formation is the lifelong process of conforming to the image of Jesus. It’s the work of the Holy Spirit cultivating within the believer a heart and mind that mirrors the heart and mind of Christ.

There are many Scriptures in the Bible that reiterate the truth that our greatest calling in the Christian life is to be like Jesus. Romans 8:29, for example, says, “For God knew his people in advance, and he chose them to become like his Son, so that his Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.” But one verse that drives home the invitation and meaning of spiritual formation above the rest, and that’s 2 Corinthians 3:18:” So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.”

That verse paints a pretty vivid picture of spiritual formation. There is nothing required of the believer that must be achieved or earned. It’s an invitation to behold more of God as we seek after intimacy with our Savior. J. Oswald Chambers says, “intimacy with God is characterized by joy, and is not a destination reached by the passing of years, but by consistent obedience and sacrifice of the ‘natural life’ for God’s will.”  Intimacy with God is also a private, personal experience, often cultivated in secret prayer and solitude, and marked by a sensitive conscience and a willingness to be open to God’s leading.”

Not only do we see that spiritual formation is an invitation into intimacy with God, but it also reveals that a major part of spiritual formation involves bearing spiritual fruit, which are essentially the very characteristics of Jesus that we see in Galatians 5:22-23.

Because the goal of spiritual formation is to commune with God and train in His ways, what better place to start than inviting God Himself into the process? He knows your heart more than anyone else. Ask Him where He would like you to begin. Seek His face and allow him to reveal your sin and areas of weakness, so that you can find spiritual practices to combat them and grow closer to the Father.

Discussion Questions:

1. Are you content with your current level of spiritual growth? 
2. What areas of your spiritual life would you like to see growth in? 
3. What is one spiritual discipline you would like to focus on growing in? 

“When we speak with others about our experience in Christ, it sharpens our attentiveness to the voice and will of the Father. Sharing our stories helps us clarify the intentions of our hearts toward the fulfillment of his divine will. A small circle of friends also reminds us of the presence, power and protection of the Holy Spirit. Confiding in one another instills a sense of hope for the future as children who are dearly loved by their Father.”― Stephen A. Macchia, Crafting a Rule of Life: An Invitation to the Well-Ordered Way.

Our complex, hurried, distracted, and increasingly polarized society poses unique challenges to faithfully following Jesus. If we want to apprentice under Jesus, we have to find a way to overcome these challenges by learning how to live every part of our lives as Jesus would live our lives if he were us.

At various times throughout church history, different communities of faith have developed and lived under what is called “a rule of life” to counter some of the unique challenges of becoming more like Jesus. A rule of life is not meant to be limiting, but it is to the follower of Jesus what training is to an athlete or a musician. Put simply, a rule of life is a shared set of practices and habits a community embraces to guide the process of spiritual formation.

A rule of life is not a cage to confine you—it’s a framework to guide your growth. Much like a vine needs structure to grow upward and bear fruit, our spiritual lives flourish best when anchored by intentional rhythms.

In today’s world, freedom often means doing what we want, when we want. But in Christ, true freedom is found in faithful formation—living in step with the Spirit, guided by practices that shape us into Christlikeness. A rule of life is a conscious framework that encompasses rhythms of prayer, scripture, rest, service, hospitality, and simplicity. It’s not about control—it’s about connection and communion.

Jesus Himself lived with intentional patterns: withdrawing to pray, observing Sabbath, serving others, teaching truth, and prioritizing solitude and silence. If our Lord and Savior chose to order His life with purpose, should we not do the same?

Creating and living by a rule of life reminds us daily who we are and whose we are. In a world that pulls us in countless directions, a rule helps us say yes to what matters most—and no to what distracts.

As a community of followers of Jesus, we strive to be a transformed people, transforming the Emerald Coast, Florida, and the world beyond. A rule of life is a set of habits we aim to incorporate both personally and communally into the rhythm of our lives, as an effort to consciously organize the whole of who we are around the transformative work of the Holy Spirit.

Your Rule of Life should be a living document, meaning it can be adjusted and refined over time as your needs and circumstances change.

Discussion Questions:

1. What rhythms currently shape your daily and weekly life?
2. Where do you feel spiritually scattered or dry?
3. What would it look like to intentionally reorder your life around Jesus?