Mark 10:17And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?From every outward appearance, this man was the ideal young person. He was everything a mother might want her son to be. He was clean cut, religious, industrious and morally clean.In spite of all he has going for him, there is still something missing in his life. This young man came to Jesus pondering the issues of eternity. He had the most important things on his heart. Here is a man who has it all, yet with all his power, his possessions and his privileges, he still does not know that answer to the greatest of all questions. (Note: We live in the midst of one of the most sophisticated and intellectually advanced cultures the world has ever known, yet people still do not know the answer to the most basic and important question of all. Man can split atoms, put men on the moon, harness the power of the sun, wind and rain, but he does not know how to get to Heaven! Here is the crux of the matter! This young man has been following power, prestige, position and possessions. Jesus says, “You turn your back on all that you love above or more then the Kingdom and follow me. That is how you get eternal life!This young man makes his decision, but it is a tragic decision an earthly one. He chose his possessions over Jesus! He loved his money more than he wanted to be saved. (Note: Jesus will allow you to make the same choice. It may not be money. It may be pleasure, some sin, your family, your independence, etc. If you want it, He will let you keep it! But, ask yourself this question: “Is it really worth more than my soul?”
Posted on: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 03:13:04 +0000