Loving Jesus More Than The World
Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. - 1 John 2:15
In a world filled with distractions and temptations, it’s easy to lose sight of where our true allegiance lies. Yet, 1 John 2:15 serves as an important reminder of the value of prioritizing our love for Christ above all else. Loving Jesus more than we love the world means recognizing that the pursuits and pleasures of this world are fleeting, while the love of Christ is eternal.
Following God's Word over the influence of the world is a deliberate choice to align our hearts and minds with His truth and wisdom. The world offers a variety of philosophies and ideas, but God's Word stands as an unchanging light in the midst of darkness. It provides guidance, comfort, and direction in every aspect of our lives.
When we prioritize God's Word over the influence of the world, we position ourselves to experience the fullness of God's blessings and to walk in His perfect will. It's a choice that requires faith and obedience, even when it may be unpopular or contrary to the culture. Yet, the rewards far outweigh the temporary pull of worldly pursuits.
As followers of Christ, let's commit ourselves to loving Him above all else and following His Word with unwavering devotion. In doing so, we discover true freedom and fulfillment that can only be found in Him.
In a world filled with distractions and temptations, it’s easy to lose sight of where our true allegiance lies. Yet, 1 John 2:15 serves as an important reminder of the value of prioritizing our love for Christ above all else. Loving Jesus more than we love the world means recognizing that the pursuits and pleasures of this world are fleeting, while the love of Christ is eternal.
Following God's Word over the influence of the world is a deliberate choice to align our hearts and minds with His truth and wisdom. The world offers a variety of philosophies and ideas, but God's Word stands as an unchanging light in the midst of darkness. It provides guidance, comfort, and direction in every aspect of our lives.
When we prioritize God's Word over the influence of the world, we position ourselves to experience the fullness of God's blessings and to walk in His perfect will. It's a choice that requires faith and obedience, even when it may be unpopular or contrary to the culture. Yet, the rewards far outweigh the temporary pull of worldly pursuits.
As followers of Christ, let's commit ourselves to loving Him above all else and following His Word with unwavering devotion. In doing so, we discover true freedom and fulfillment that can only be found in Him.
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May I be unwavering and follow Jesus
Pastor Dodd, as a long-time follower and "walker" with Christ, I can tell you your words are utterly perfect and en pointe. Would that I had known it in my much younger years. God bless, glory to God!
Amen! This is my prayer. Anyone reading this post, please please help in your prayers. My biggest desire is to love God above all else. I long to please Him in every thing I do, say or think but most of the time, I fail.
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nI am being lazy with my Bible reading practice and prayer. I need a fire under my wings!
Have you been saved Salomon Cadet?
nOnly you can make the choice but, I pray that you make the right choice and follow Jesus and not sin. ðŸ™
But how can they call to him for help if they have not believed? And how can they believe if they have not heard the message? And how can they hear if the message is not proclaimed?
nRomans 10:14 GNT
Have you been saved Salomon Cadet?
nOnly you can make the choice but, I pray that you make the right choice and follow Jesus and not sin. ðŸ™