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Your Question:
What's the point of even trying when I'm just going to lose everything?
Answer:
My friend, I can sense the despair in your voice. You feel like giving up, like everything is slipping away from you. I want you to know that I've been there too, many times in my life as a pastor, as a husband, and as a father. But let me tell you, there's a difference between losing everything and losing ourselves in the process. You see, when we try to hold on to everything by ourselves, we're just like a leaf blowing in the wind, unable to find any sense of purpose or direction. But when we surrender to God, when we let go of our need to control everything, we make space for Him to do what we can't do. And that's where the magic happens. We begin to find ourselves, not in the sense of our own self-importance, but in the sense of our true purpose and identity in Christ. As Jesus said, "Whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it." It's not about losing everything, but about losing ourselves in the process of following Him. And that's where the true rewards lie. We may lose some things, yes, but we gain so much more. We gain a sense of purpose, a sense of direction, and a sense of peace that passes all understanding. So, my friend, don't give up. Keep seeking, keep knocking, and keep asking. God is waiting for you, and He'll reveal Himself to you in ways you never thought possible.
Sources:
practicing the way
john mark comer
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
mere christianity
c s lewis
god
j i packer knowing
jesus on trial
david limbaugh
basic christianity
john stott
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
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