All are included when Jesus said…
(NASB) Luke 9:23 “… ‘If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me.’”
I am one of those who come under that “anyone” category. So are you!
For the followers of Christ what did Jesus say we are to do ~ every day?
Deny ourselves. Say “No” to whatever keeps us from following Jesus.
Deny ourselves. Don’t keep taking selfies throughout the day, focus on Jesus.
Deny ourselves. Don’t continue letting self-pity have control in our lives.
Deny ourselves. Don’t continue to insist on our own way.
Take up our cross ~ each and every day and follow Jesus.
To follow Jesus ~ He supplies our needs! He is our Shepherd. Psalm 23:1
To follow Jesus ~ He leads us to food and water which is best for us. He gives us restoration and guides us on paths that are right in His sight. Psalm 23:2-3
To follow Jesus ~ when death is involved… we are not to fear evil because our Shepherd is with us. And He gives us protection. Psalm 23:4
To follow Jesus ~ He prepares a table, even when we are surrounded by enemies. He sets us apart and our cup overflows. With thanksgiving? Let’s work on that! Psalm 23:5
To follow Jesus ~ He is our rear guard. His goodness, His love follows us all the days of our lives. We will live forever with Him. Psalm 23:6
~ Take it to heart ~
“anyone” ~ that’s you and me! What a Savior!
“anyone” ~ that’s you and me! What a Shepherd!
Take up your cross and follow Jesus ~ today!