N.T.#232 "Rewards or Regrets"
Jan. 26, 2024
Matthew 19-Part 9
LET IT GLOW
In our struggles, do we sometimes wonder if it is worth staying faithful to Jesus? Do we wonder why things don't seem to work out? do we really need to give up everything for a life of discipleship?
The salvation of a rich sinner is just as miraculous as the salvation of a poor sinner. Both are only possible with God. (verse 26) Eternal life can't be earned and can't be bought. It is only through God's grace through faith in Christ alone that one gets salvation. That is what we just learned previously.
Bold Peter jumps in with both feet in mouth at the most ill-timed and selfish motive. He asked what was in it for them. After all, the disciples had left everything, prosperous fishing business, tax booth, medical field, and others, to follow Jesus. What was in store for them, what was the payoff for their commitment to Jesus?
LET IT GROW
From fishing nets to thrones, I think that is quite the reward! Being able to enter eternal life with Jesus will be enough, I think. Guys, whatever is sacrificed for Jesus will not go unrewarded.
The disciples will be allowed to sit in the throne room of Jesus' glory. They will judge Israel, literally, during the future millennial kingdom. They may have been on the bottom socially and economically in this world, but in the next they will be on top. They will receive a 100 times more what is given up for Jesus.(verses 28-29)
We aren't going to need stuff when we die. We can't take it with us. Which one are we going to be like-the rich young ruler who walked away from Jesus empty or the disciples who stuck with Him and are rewarded?
What will we regret not doing here and now when we get to eternity? Rejecting Jesus as Savior? Not witnessing? Not giving? Not loving? Not forgiving? Or will we have any regrets when we bow before King Jesus?
LET IT GO
What do we need to let go to follow Jesus wholeheartedly?
Help us forfeit temporary benefits for eternal ones.
Keep us in Your will.
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