Commitment
When we want something bad enough, we're willing to do whatever it takes to get it. Whether it means forking over a few more dollars for the latest model, working extra hours to earn the promotion, embracing new hobbies to impress that special someone, or pulling the all-nighter to ace the exam, when something of value is on the line, we do whatever it takes. But is that true when it comes to following Jesus? Though we want what Jesus has to offer, do we prefer to keep the relationship on our terms, maximizing the benefits and minimizing the cost? What would it look like to follow him on his terms?
When we want something bad enough, we're willing to do whatever it takes to get it. Whether it means forking over a few more dollars for the latest model, working extra hours to earn the promotion, embracing new hobbies to impress that special someone, or pulling the all-nighter to ace the exam, when something of value is on the line, we do whatever it takes. But is that true when it comes to following Jesus? Though we want what Jesus has to offer, do we prefer to keep the relationship on our terms, maximizing the benefits and minimizing the cost? What would it look like to follow him on his terms?
