Wednesday, January 27, 2010

January 27, 2010

Matthew 19
Mike Schwiebert

Sometimes I have thought that Jesus’ conversation with the “rich young ruler” was unfair. Here was a guy wanting to do the right thing, yet Jesus questioned him and pushed him away. Even the disciples seemed to be surprised at this rude and harsh behavior.

I like this guy and his initial tenacity. Many people would have walked away after Jesus’ first response – but not him.

After Jesus’ second response? The guy hangs in there: “Right. Got it. What else?”

Following Jesus’ third response? He walks away.

Had I been there, I wonder how many questions Jesus would have asked me until I walked away?

Yet I am there, and so are you. Scripture, sermons and circumstances probe us with questions that reveal our heart and demand a deeper level of commitment to Christ. Are we following or walking away?

I choose to follow and not hold anything back. What about you?

MikeA native of Carrolton County, Missouri, Mike Schwiebert is in his third year as Grace Covenant’s Media Director.

1 comment:

  1. These are great questions to ask ourselves to see how closely we are walking with Him. As with most circumstances, it boils down to the heart attitude. Your post is a good reminder that the scriptures are personal and not just stories about others.

    Wonderful post Mike!

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