Jesus paints a magnificent picture here. We all have a survivalist mentality don't we? Even in my house from time to time we all kind of go into our survival mode. Lack of sleep. Lack of attention. Lack. Lack and more lack. It's so opposite for us to think of letting go. Jesus doesn't really ask us here to , please lose your life. He in fact is telling a fact. That those who fight to hold onto life we will lose and those who lose their life in him will be given life! If we let go of our life, our way of doing things and follow him we gain life. Breathe in for a second. (don't hold your breath) Your life, it doesn't belong to you . That's right . Your life if you follow Jesus is no longer yours. Now that doesn't mean you are going to wake up dead ( yeah I know), but that surrender has to become part of your daily vocabulary. Jesus when he taught us to pray, Our father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done. Now let's stop for a second. We know what's next. On earth as it is in heaven. Jesus desires for us to have heaven on earth! That does not always translate to wealth! There is more to heaven than wealth... but I digress. You see in order to gain life we need to let go. Jesus , what do you want for me today and want do you want from me today. How can I let go... can I let go of my will, emotions, finances, and control over what I do to God. I hope this leaves you with reflection of how to surrender. I always start with just prayer and finding a way to serve others today. How will you surrender.
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