(After Jesus told the man to sell all and follow Him.) At that (sell all and follow Me) his countenance fell and he went away sorrowful; for he had great possessions. Mark 10:22
Lord I can’t help but wonder how happy this man was the rest of his life knowing that he had given up the greatest gift . We all need money to survive. There is a sense of security when we have it. This man had a lot and he didn’t want to give it up even if it meant he could have eternal life. He wanted to keep what he had rather than give it up and follow You.
Understandable Lord. He knew what he had with the great possessions. He didn’t know what he would have had giving it all away and following You. He felt that price was way to high to take a chance so ‘he went away sorrowful.’
Lord You give us the same choice today. Your arms are outstretched and You ask us to come. It’s often not an easy road but You give us Your peace and Your joy and Your unconditional love. They are gifts money cannot buy. Oh how we praise and thank You for all we have and all that is waiting for us in eternity.
Thank You. Thank You Lord.
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