I just finished reading Philippians chapter two what a powerful piece of scripture. Verse 8 really stood out to me it says, "And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death even death on a cross." I know this is Christmas time a time of the year when we recognize Jesus birth. You might be asking why did this verse about his death stick out to me? As I sit here and reflect about it I wondered how did Jesus feel growing up knowing that he came to this earth to die for the sins that we committed? Does knowing the purpose God has for you change how you live?? Many people are willing to serve others if it does not cost them anything. But if there is a price to pay they suddenly lose interest. Praise God that Jesus knew his father plan from the beginning and remained faithful even to death. His death was not a death of a martyr but a death of a savior. Dr. J. H Jowett has said, "Ministry that costs nothing accomplishes nothing." If there is to be any blessing there must be some bleeding. I once heard a story about a missionary shopping at a festival in Brazil he saw a sign that said "Cheap Crosses." He thought to himself thats what many christians are looking for these days Cheap Crosses. Jesus cross wasn't cheap. Why should mine be? A follower of Christ does not avoid sacrifice. He lives for the glory of God and the good of others, and if paying a price will honor Christ and help others he is willing to do it. I think it is one of the paradoxes of the Christian life that the more we give the more we receive; the more we sacrifice the more God blesses. We share in his joy as we also share in his sufferings. I want to conclude with this question is it costing you anything to be a Christian????
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