A considerable part of our sanctification and holiness is completely dependent on us. Will we choose to be obedient? God calls us each to things that we would probably rather not be obedient to. For some it is a financial commitment that stretches them. For others it could be asking them to share a private part of their heart with a group of strangers. No two people are called to make the same exact sacrifices in their walks with Christ. The question still stands, will you (will I) say yes when God asks us to be obedient to something we don't want to do?
You may be wondering why this is a big deal. One, and I do not want to overstate this but, Jesus was obedient to the cross; it is now our duty to be obedient in response to that sacrifice. Two, it grows our faith to step out in obedience when it is hard. Three, there is the hope of a future blessing in or obedience. Four, plain and simple we should love God enough to want to be obedient even when it is very hard. He loved us; the least we can do is love him enough to say yes. Five, obedience is a powerful witness to young believers, weak believers and non-believers. Six, and finally, to keep eternity at the forefront of our thoughts, actions, words, and priorities.
Is it fun? Not typically. Is it worth it? Absolutely.
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