In this commentary on the story of Jesus Christ as portrayed in “The Gospel of John,” Elizabeth Kaufmann encourages all of us to follow Jesus’ words and “Pick up your mat and walk.” Relating this teaching from Jesus to everyday strongholds and addictions, Elizabeth urges that no matter what your current struggle, you can do as Jesus commanded and walk away today, free to love God and to walk in Christ’s footsteps. As Elizabeth shares her emotional and deeply ingrained love for God and for Christ, you too will be encouraged and motivated to pick up your mat and live as a child of the Light.