4 JAN 23 Wednesday: A Closer Walk Devotional
“He chose to share the oppression of God’s people instead of enjoying the fleeting pleasures of sin. He thought it was better to suffer for the sake of Christ than to own the treasures of Egypt, for he was looking ahead to his great reward.” Hebrews 11:25-26
Is the juice worth the squeeze? Most people will not go after a great treasure because it takes too long, difficult, impatience, laziness, and they might suffer and die to obtain it. The long view in life is not there and they just don’t see the worth to sacrifice their time and pleasure. Moses could have remained in Midian and enjoyed peace, quiet, his wife, his home, and frankly the pleasures of sin.
When he encountered God in the burning bush, his life changed forever. He saw a future that made everything else pale in comparison. There was nothing in this life that could satisfy or last through decay or theft. Suffering for the sake of Christ, gives lasting joy in this life and treasure that lasts forever that will never rust, decay, or be subject to theft. We sacrifice and suffer for fools gold and fleeting pleasures that are worthless. This year cast those aside, pick up your cross, and live for Jesus. The juice is worth the squeeze.
Reading Plan: Psalm 85, 87; Exod. 3:1-12; Heb. 11:23-31; John 14:6-14
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