Yet another said, “I will follow you, Lord, but let me first say farewell to those at my home.” Jesus said to him, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.” ~ Luke 9:61, 62 (ESV) When we share the gospel there are different reactions. Although we urge them to receive Jesus as their Lord and Savior yet few will say he wasn’t ready, but that he was happy to know we could talk again on the subject. Sadly, many years will might passed and never have opportunity to speak to him again. While it’s true that we can’t force people into decisions for Christ, following Jesus is a matter of urgency. In today’s text, a man volunteered to follow Jesus, but he first wanted to say farewell to his family. Jesus replied by emphasizing that the question of becoming His disciple was an eternally urgent matter. Earthly things will always demand our attention and distract us from eternal matters. Jesus said, “You can’t put your hand to the plow and look back.” Looking back when plowing will only produce a crooked furrow! Reflection: For us who receive Jesus when we choose our own ways away from what the Scriptures says we are like the man in the reading.
Posted on: Mon, 17 Jun 2013 20:34:37 +0000
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