eric echols Following God

Be Like Jesus

As Jesus’ disciples, we are called to WALK like Jesus, THINK like Jesus, ACT like Jesus…in other words we are called to BE like Jesus. It is clear in Scripture that our biblical mandate is to imitate Christ. Here’s what Apostle Paul said about our call to be like Jesus… Romans 8:29 For those whom … Continue reading Be Like Jesus

eric echols Disciple Making, Following God, Spirituality

Discipleship Requires A Cross

The only way to follow Jesus is to die to yourself everyday.I wish there was an easier way. Instead of giving up the life I have...wouldn't it be nice to simply add Jesus to my existing life? But Jesus doesn't give that as an option. Following Jesus requires a cross. Jesus says the only way to … Continue reading Discipleship Requires A Cross

eric echols Following God

Love…Upward, Inward, And Outward

Currently, I'm teaching a series at Freedom Bible Church called "Like Jesus". As followers of Jesus...our Biblical mandate is to imitate Him. We are called to walk like Jesus, think like Jesus, and act like Jesus. Thankfully the Gospels show us a pattern for how to do just that.  Jesus was NEVER less than God … Continue reading Love…Upward, Inward, And Outward