Tonight I went to a large Easter pageant production at a church in my hometown. As they reenacted the life of Jesus, it became a bit more realistic to me the shoes that the disciples were in. They gave up EVERYTHING to follow Christ. They gave up their security of income. I don't even know if they had wives and children...I don't think so. They gave up a good portion of their normal social life. They changed their dreams to be revolving around Jesus. They were often at the center of controversy because those in power didn't like Jesus. Wow. And then I think, hmm, that's exactly what we Christians are supposed to do today--following Him takes sacrifice.
When we were watching the life of Jesus reenacted in a play, I had to ask myself, "would I give up everything and follow Him around if I had lived in that day?" Would I risk death and social persecution, accept poverty and perhaps singleness...all so that my life could revolve around His? Would you?
Well, do you? Something to think about. How far are you willing you carry your faith? --to the cross, or just to the bumper sticker?
2 comments:
Sadly i don't think I would give up everything. Here i sit in my apartment that i cant afford thinking im hungry but dont want to eat the snack food incase erin wakes up and wants anything. I dont leave the house accept to babysit or buy pullups and only then because i need the money and erin needs the pullups. I have slowly watched my life fall to pieces and i dont have the gas to go 2-3minutes up the road for church. Sometimes im babysitting on wednesday and thats my excuse but other times erins daddy is off work and i dont want to risk not spending time with him. Sitting at home makes me think alot and thinkink isnt good. Im not sure where my life is going but right now im rolling down a hill and im not sure where the end is.
Well first, I'll send up a prayer for you. Second, I would be more than happy to pick you up for church. You have my number, so PLEASE let me know any time that you need a ride. (I'll also need your address). I also think that it's good that you acknowledge the things you're struggling with in your life. That's the first step to overcoming obstacles is being able to admit they exist. You are a pretty girl with a sweet personality and a lot of potential. That baby girl loves you to death and will look up to you even more in the years to come when she comes home with questions about why school kids do things differently, or why teachers say certain things, etc. You have a great purpose: as a mother, as a child of God, as a young woman growing up in this generation in America. You clearly acknowlege the hill, so turn around and start climbing it. YOU CAN DO IT! I believe in you and what God can do through you. You've seen success in overcoming challenges in the past...keep making that happen! I'm here for you if you need. And I'm serious, give me a call. I've got a gas tank begging ;). Love you.
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