Jesus said to them, "I tell you the truth, at the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on his glorious throne, you who have followed me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or fields for my sake will receive a hundred times as much and will inherit eternal life. But many who are first will be last, and many who are last will be first."
Matthew 19:28-30
Jesus turned the world's values upside down. The disciples were astonished at this teaching. They thought that if anyone could be saved, it would be the rich, whom their culture considered especially blessed by God. Consider the most powerful or well-known people in our world today-how many got where they all are by being humble, self-effacing, and gentle? Not many! But in the life to come, the last will be first-if they got in last place by choosing to follow Jesus. Do not forfeit the eternal reward for temporary benefits. Be willing to make sacrifices now for greater rewards later. Be willing to accept human disapproval, while knowing that you have God's approval. After all, that's all that really matters.
God Bless you,
J.H.
Gods approval is truly what matters, I have to agree. I hope you stayed warm today!
ReplyDelete