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?
A native of Carrolton County, Missouri, Mike Schwiebert is in his third year as Grace Covenant’s Media Director.
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.
ReplyDeleteWonderful post Mike!