Followership is a defining aspect of today’s culture, especially among young people. Many eagerly follow “celebrities and influencers,” modelling their lives after these public figures. Social media has amplified this trend, making influence more accessible than ever. But amid the noise of modern-day influencers, one stands above all—the greatest influencer of all time—the Lord Jesus Christ.
Unlike fleeting trends and temporary role models, the Lord Jesus offers purpose, transformation, and eternal fulfilment. When He said, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men” (Matthew 4:19), He wasn’t inviting passive admiration but a life-changing journey. Following Him isn’t about church attendance or good behaviour; it’s about knowing Him and living by His Word. Judas physically followed Jesus yet still betrayed Him, proving that real followership goes beyond proximity; it requires commitment.
To follow Jesus, you must know Him through His Word. John 1:14 calls Jesus the living Word, meaning the Bible reveals His very nature. Studying Scripture helps us understand His heart, values, and how He responded to life’s challenges. You’ll read, for example, how He reacted to a billowing tempest; He demonstrated authority over nature, commanding peace even in the midst of chaos (Mark 4:38-39).
When He got hungry or felt tired, what did He do? He did all He did to show us how to live. Therefore, we must follow Him by the Word. Following Him by the Word means to act on His Word, to do what He says. James 1:22 NIV says, “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”
Speak
Dear Father, thank you for the privilege to follow Jesus in, through, and by the Word. I immerse myself in your Word daily, and I’m granted deep insights to understand its mysteries, deep secrets, and apply the principles and teachings in my life. I’m a doer of the Word, and I experience victory and triumphs in every aspect of my life.
