Luke 6:13 - When day came, He called His disciples to Himself and from them He chose Twelve, whom He also named Apostles".
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During my first communion, I was chosen as one of those who will lead the singing of "Our Father". It was a great feeling, being in front at the altar and leading hundreds of fellow students. There were other cases similar like group "Sabayang Bigkas", "Dramatization" and more. But this first one has really made a change in me and formed me to follow my faith until now.
And imagine what could be the feeling of the Twelve when they were chosen by Jesus as His Apostles that will be leaders of different groups. The Twelve were chose out of a wider group both to be with Jesus as disciples and to be sent out to preach and teach as Apostles.
Maybe, some of them responded since Jesus was popular at that time. But Jesus is very clear - following Him would mean giving up yourself for the sake of many.
I would mean carrying the same cross that He would carry. It is about listening and doing and putting into practice all that Jesus has taught us. And we you are called and responded in the positive, you have to drop everything and follow Him.
It always start with a "yes". You may encounter some rough sailings at the start, but continue to focus your attention to Him. And as you straighten your path towards Him, never let go, for He never will. His love will continue to guide You in that same path towards Heaven.
+ Let us pray: Lord Jesus, there are so many things that You have done for us. May our love for You and for others be our only concern. We are your disciples, forever. Amen +
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