JUNE 28TH – CAPSULE 28
TOPIC: CRITERIA FOR TRUE FOLLOWERSHIP (ROAD TO ETERNAL LIFE)
BIBLE TEXT: MARK 10 VS 19-21 – Thou knowest the commandments, do not commit adultery, do not kill, do not steal, do not bear false witness, defraud not, honour thy father and mother. And he answered and said unto him, Master, all these have I observed from my youth. Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, “one thing thou lackest; go thy way sell whatever thou hast, and give to the poor, and come, take up the cross and follow me.
Jesus Christ laid down this criteria himself as he replied a great question many believers have asked, still asking and will ask in the future. Christ Jesus pointed out the fact that the ten commandments God gave Moses are principles a true follower must accept and live by. These commandments are for those on the road to eternal life which Christ gives. Which states clearly, that you must not commit adultery (fornication and lustful sins), you must not kill (commit murder), either by action or words), you must not steal, you must not bear false witness (let your conversation and testimony be the truth), you must not defraud anyone. And you must give due honour to your father and mother (or anyone who plays such role in your life).
Again Jesus taught of letting go of the old foundation for a new one with a new beginning (a fresh start) with Him as your rock. Many christians today are still holding on to the glory of their old foundations, where as everything should be in Christ. “Sell and give to the poor” is a commission every follower must abide by. Be ready at all times to help the poor, so you can access the treasures in Heaven. And the final principle is to take up the cross (the portion of Christ’s will for your life and destiny) here on earth and follow Jesus Christ everyday for ever.
Prayer: Help me Father, I want to follow Jesus Christ, I surrender all today.
Insight: Access your life brethren, are you a true follower of Christ, having known these words?
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