My Commitment to Jesus

Scripture: Acts 21 [13] Then Paul answered, “Why are you weeping and breaking my heart? I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.”:

Observation: Would I be willing to die for Jesus and if so why won’t I live for Him. I live my life for me for the most part and occasionally I’ll do something in my Lord’s name. Doesn’t sound like much of a commitment, especially compared to Paul’s. So what am I willing to do for Jesus? Am I ready to die to myself, pick up my cross, obey His commands on how to live this life or do anything to make sure the gospel is spread? I’m not there now. Will I ever be?

Application: I’m not here for me, God placed me here at this time for a reason and I know the reason isn’t to just take care of myself and my desires. I’m here to be bound or die for Jesus, like Paul. There is nothing in this world I shouldn’t be willing to do for my Lord, He has done everything for me. No matter what happens to me here, I’m only here for a short time and then I get to spend eternity home with my Father. I don’t need the rest I need to be serving in a way that honors God.

Prayer: Oh my Lord thank you for all you have done for me. Now show me what I may do for you each day. I can never repay all that I have, but help me each day do something that will honor and please you. I love you Lord, may I live in such a way to show it.