What Would Jesus Do?

In her younger days, the Swallow was given a comic version (drawn by Al Hartley) of the story 'In His Steps'.  The story made a lasting impression on the Swallow, and she has kept the comic with her since.  Recently, she had the opportunity to get hold of the book version written by Charles M. Sheldon.

'In His Steps' tells the story of several Christians who chose to pledge their lives, for at least a year, to ask the question 'What would Jesus do?' before making any decisions or facing any life situations.  These Christians pledged to follow in Jesus' footsteps regardless of what others might do.  The story goes on to highlight some difficulties and challenges these Christians faced in the process.

1 Peter 2 : 20 - 21 (NIV)
To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His steps.

In His Steps -
comic edition (left) &
paperback edition (right)

What would Jesus do?

Although the Swallow liked the concept of the story, she had never asked herself this question before embarking on anything.  The Swallow, in her younger days and being an impulsive person by nature, would usually do first and ask questions later.  Now that she is older, it would seem that she is at the other end of the pendulum for she finds that she is more cautious.  Many questions would be asked, and many prayers uttered before she leapt into any endeavours.  Still, she has yet to ask herself this question...

What would Jesus do?

The Swallow hopes that at this stage in her life, she would have grown to know her Saviour to such an extent that she would be willing to follow in His steps, regardless, without having to ask this question first...