Love... Is Obedient To Christ

If you love Me, keep My commandments.

John 14:15 (NKJV)

Why is obeying Christ so hard for me?!?... (and most likely, every other Christian?)

I believe the great obstacle we face… is attempting to live unselfishly.

As media plays the hit, “me-me-me”... following Him-Him-Him is challenging.

Who wants to carry a cross on our backs… when we can wear a trinket on our necks?

I do. I do want to carry my cross, and I truly believe that you do, too…

Actors, models, and talent for Christ:

Let me offer 2 reassurances:

  1. Obeying Christ is a work in progress. We can’t be perfect this side of Heaven, so let’s praise God that Jesus covers us. What God wants is our ongoing effort.

  2. Following your calling as performers… could be compared to carrying your cross, because it’s undoubtedly difficult, as you seek to multiply God’s talents.

I also feel compelled to give one warning: (It’s not for you, but for “church-bound” Christians, who cower and preach “It’s not safe out there!”)

  • Father, Son, and Spirit are our safety. They and They alone will always protect, and They travel WITH Christians on missions… which is where Jesus compels us to go.

  • Consider the outcome of the servant who buried the talent he was given. “Playing it safe” is the truest danger, so let’s stay about our Father’s business.

I can only hope and trust that we’ll hear the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Dear Lord, help us be about YOUR business!

Love… Is Obedient To Christ (Part 54)

NOTE: God is my Ghostwriter. If what I write is good, it’s from God! We’re all called to be actors (action stars) for Jesus. We’re all called to be models of Jesus. We all have gifts, talents, and a commission to multiply them in the world for His glory.

P.S. NO DEVOTION, PREACHER, or SERMON… can begin to replace personal time in the Bible. I wholeheartedly and clear-headedly recommend DAILY BIBLE READING.

WARNING: Don’t focus on your favorite verses, because taken out of context, they’re often misinterpreted. I plead with you to READ AT LEAST 1 BIBLE CHAPTER DAILY. How long does it take? An average of 5 to 10 minutes!

Carey Arban