This is one of the best descriptions of Christian Discipleship I've ever read! Be Inspired! Discipleship—being willing to move on every level, leaving the old life behind, following Jesus wherever he may lead, sitting at his feet so to speak, taking in not only what he says but who he is on the deepest level of our being, allowing our lives to be reoriented and our selves (our deepest self) to be transformed. This is no small or superficial task. Our growth in faith does not happen accidentally by sitting passively in a pew. Christian faith is not something we absorb as if by osmosis from others. Our formation requires not only our attention but our intention. It requires our time, our care, our commitment. Our formation as disciples demands an ongoing disciplined life of prayer, regular participation in the sacramental life of the church, a practice of studying the scripture, of unflinching self-examination, reflection within the fellowship of the Body. Discipleship is a life-long process requiring a life-long commitment for life-long spiritual growth. “Salvation is a free gift – but discipleship will cost you your life.” -- Dietrich Bonhoeffer