The Lord's Invitation
This could
easily be seen as another invitation given by our Lord. He called those present
along with his disciples by this invitation. This universal principle of
self-denial to all who will follow Jesus is one of the most demanding for
any to observe. A surrender of one’s will for what the Lord Jesus
requires of us is a must. This is not by force or violence, but rather each
individual’s choice. Christianity is a choice, but one that is certainly worth it all
(Mk. 8:35ff). For early Christians, they may likely have to give up all
earthly possessions, leave behind family, and even give up their lives for the cause
of Christ. We should ask ourselves, “What will I give up for Christ’s
sake?”
-Wayne
Rodgers
