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Tuesday, December 20, 2005 Principles to be learnt from the case of the Rich young Ruler...
As I reflected on this incident in the bible where a rich young ruler came to Jesus, asking what He should do to enter the Kingdom of heaven..and then hearing Jesus' reply made him go away sad...I asked myself what caused this ruler to give up his chance of following Jesus. Many Jesus calls to follow Him...but not many are chosen- the bible says. And this ruler was one who was called but not chosen. Why? I believe we can find 3 reasons in scripture. No.1: the ruler felt that his earthly possessions are needed & are necessary and was of more present value than following Jesus...at least here on earth. No.2: the ruler had formed a deep emotional (heart) connection with his possessions. He would have felt pain even at the thought of losing them. No.3: the ruler had been unprepared for the cost. His zeal and passion was suddenly opposed by Jesus' words- "Sell your possessions, give it to the poor, and come Follow me." How I pray that when God calls us to follow Him, our hearts will be prepared for the cost. And that, truely...we can say with absolute conviction- "Here I am, Send me!" Praying for u all, Benedict History Maker
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