What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus Christ?

What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus Christ?

Luke 10:38-42

From the story of Mary and Martha we learn that disciples of Jesus Christ leave the cares of the world behind and follow Him.

Luke 11:5-13

Disciples of Jesus Christ have faith in him, that he will answer their prayers and send the Holy Ghost to comfort and teach them.

Luke 12:13-21

Disciples of Jesus Christ lay aside the material things of the world and work to further the Lords work on the earth.

Luke 14:16-33

Disciples of Jesus Christ put nothing and no one above him. 

Institute Manual pg. 114

"There must be a consciousness of real need for prayer, and real trust in God, to make prayer effective; and in mercy the Father sometimes delays the granting that the asking may be more fervent. "

I realize that I am a Martha. I need to do better at laying aside the cares of the world and not worry so much about things that don't matter eternally.  My husband, children and my relationship with my Father in Heaven are the things that matter most.  I am determined to become more like Mary.  One things I can do to make this change is to pray for strength to lay aside the things of the world.  

To become a disciple of Jesus Christ we need to do more than go to church on Sunday.  In the scriptures we learn that to be a true disciple of Jesus Christ will put aside all things to follow him.  All worldly possessions, all idols, all passions, all selfishness, all our time and all our desires.  We will seek first the kingdom of heaven, fast, pray, endure to the end and offer our whole souls to Him.