Start your journey

Starting a journey of faith doesn’t usually begin with certainty. For many people it begins with curiosity: a sense that there might be more to life, interest in Jesus and his way of living, or questions about meaning, purpose, and hope.

In the Methodist Church, we often describe discipleship – learning and growing in the way of Jesus – using the image of a train journey. Wherever you find yourself right now, you are welcome.

Saying yes

Christians sometimes talk about ‘saying yes to Jesus’. That can sound like a single, dramatic decision – but for most people it looks much quieter and more ordinary.

It might begin with:

• noticing his way of love, justice, forgiveness, and compassion
• trying out small steps in everyday life
• staying curious, even when you’re unsure

For many people, this ‘yes’ is something that unfolds gradually, over time, rather than something decided all at once.

Doubt and difficulty

Every journey has moments of excitement and moments of hesitation. There are times when things make sense, and times when they don’t.

Doubt isn’t the opposite of faith. In the Christian tradition, it’s often part of it. You don’t need to feel confident every day, or have clear answers to every question, to stay on the journey.