Choose Wisely
For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world,
and loses his own soul?
Mark 8:36
In everyday life, we all face difficult decisions at times, decisions that cause us to evaluate what matters most to us in life, because one option comes at the expense of the other. Jesus aimed to communicate this truth to His disciples and a crowd of onlookers regarding life’s most important decision, to follow Him. To be a disciple, He said, would require them to “deny themselves” in order to walk with Him (Mark 8:34). They might have been tempted to spare themselves the sacrifices required of following Christ and instead seek their own desires, but He reminded them it would come at the price of that which matters much more.
We are often tempted to pursue things that seem of great value, yet they distract us from following Jesus. Let us ask God to guide us in the choices we face each day so we will choose wisely and honour Him in all that we do.
Bible Reading
Mark 8:34–38.
Prayer
Father in Heaven, I want to walk with You. Please help me to recognise and choose the paths that will foster a deeper relationship with You. In Jesus name I ask. Amen.
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