Pastor’s Confession: Part-Time Follower of Christ

Authentic faith demands ongoing honesty and self-examination. It is possible to engage in religious activities and hold positions of spiritual leadership while lacking a genuine, wholehearted commitment to following Christ. This reality is captured in the admission of a pastor who recognized that despite his full-time pastoral role, he was only a part-time follower of Christ. Such a confession highlights the danger of going through the motions of religion without true inner devotion.

Believers are called to look deeply into their own hearts and assess the sincerity of their relationship with Jesus. This self-reflection is essential to distinguish between inherited traditions or superficial religiosity and a faith that is alive and active. True discipleship involves more than outward appearances; it requires a full-time, authentic pursuit of Christ.

Communion serves as a sacred moment for remembrance and spiritual renewal, providing an opportunity for believers to honestly evaluate whether Jesus is truly Lord over their lives or merely a peripheral figure. This act aligns with the biblical instruction to “test your heart” (1 Corinthians 11:28), encouraging believers to approach God with transparency and humility.

Engaging in this kind of self-examination and recommitment transforms communion into a “refresh button” for the soul, renewing one’s dedication to live fully for Christ. Genuine devotion surpasses mere religious activity, calling every believer to live with integrity and wholeheartedness in their faith journey.

This article was written by an AI tool for churches, based on a sermon from Canvas Church, one of 60 churches in Boulder, CO