DCLM Higher Everyday 9 November 2026 — Disciple
Topic: Disciple
Bible Reading: Luke 9:23-26 (KJV)
23And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.
25For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away?
26For whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words, of him shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he shall come in his own glory, and in his Father’s, and of the holy angels.
KEY VERSE: “And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me” (Luke 9:23).
Message
A disciple is a mentee who follows and learns from the desired mentor. In the New Testament, the word was used for followers of Jesus. In a city, a young man found himself entangled in a life of substance abuse and crime, which eventually landed him in prison. In his despair, a fellow inmate told him about the call of Christ that all those who labour and are heavy-laden should come to Him for rest. He chose to become a disciple of Christ by giving his life to Him and living by His word. His relationship with Christ transformed him.
A true disciple demonstrates a deep love for Christ and His teachings, actively striving to emulate Christ through obedience, service, and sharing of the faith. He exhibits spiritual maturity, a teachable spirit, and commitment to growth through prayer, Bible Study, and fellowship with others. This narrative highlights the essence of true discipleship, which is a commitment to follow Jesus and become like Him. To be a disciple of Christ, there is a need for genuine salvation and absolute surrender of oneself to Him.
O Lord, help me to live a life worthy of Christ’s disciple.
Be a true disciple of Christ.
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)
