To choose the life is to commit to a way or pattern of life. Its basis is humility, and it is a life of self-denial and submission to others. We choose it because Christ chose it for himself. The essence of faith is to take up our cross daily and follow him. The Journey begins with Bill talking about the brokenness that led him to a new realization of an old truth: that full churches are not necessarily full of disciples and that transformation is what matters. The purpose of the sessions is to identify those who are enthusiastic about the call to the life of discipleship. The messages are designed to introduce the issues that will enflame the heart. Here is how to begin: This part of The Journey is designed for Church and group leaders who watch and engage with the six Change Direction messages. This can be accomplished by viewing the DVD session by session and discussing it together over a period of weeks. It can also be very effective in a retreat setting. Click on a link below to begin the journey (each video is about 45 minutes long):