Embodying Jesus
by Maxie Kamalski
[A weekly series of reflections based on the book Raw Spirituality by Tom Smith]
Creating a way of life that embodies Jesus in our every day lives takes commitment, like a marriage. You need to be intentional. You need to make daily choices that will help you create a rhythm of deep spirituality in your heart as well as the rest of your life.
As I’ve been delving into Tom Smith’s book recently, as I mentioned last week, I’ve decided to try and go on this journey to create a rule of life that pulls me out of my own comfort and self-seeking to a place of loving Jesus and loving others more deeply. I desire to intentionally embody Jesus but so often remain stuck in a rut with Jesus in my heart and old habits. We can easily coast by without any deep engagement with or awareness of Jesus in most aspects of our lives.
One of the first things that Tom addresses is that you cannot do this alone. This journey is meant to be shared. One of the ways I’ve decided to share my journey is by sharing it with you weekly, inviting you to also go on this journey. We’ll create an ‘online blog style weekly book club’ if you will.
Go buy the book. My challenge and yours, is to find this week someone who you will journey with. Someone to connect with each week and share your what you are learning and experiencing. It’s a simple but deep effective way to not keep Jesus in your heart alone.
As you go on this journey be reminded that it is a journey of grace. Find a friend who will walk with you. Be reminded that you are a beloved child of God who embodies Jesus in every aspect of your life.