When we let pride, legalism, distraction, confusion, and hard-heartedness keep us from welcoming and inviting in Jesus, we miss all the abundant life he offers. Christ came to earth not just to die for our sins but also to bring abundant life and Spirit- power to us. But we must get our hearts ready for that work and prepare the way. This begins a multi- year journey through the gospels to prepare our hearts and our church for more of Jesus!