IT’S TIME TO LIVE, NOT TO DIE
Simon Peter asked, “Lord, where are you going?” And Jesus replied, “You can’t go with me now, but you will follow me later.“But why can’t I come now, Lord?” he asked. “I’m ready to die for you.” (John 13:36-37)
Peter had a mission to fulfill on earth. He couldn’t follow Christ to his death. It was not the time to die for Christ, but to live for Christ. The death of Peter would not advance the gospel at all, but his life would produce many disciples. With his death he would not enrich anyone, but living with his Christian principles would enrich many, heal the sick, preach, and make missionary journeys. It would be a pillar of the church of Christ.
It was time to die for Christ, but not for Peter.
It is not time to die. For you and me it’s time to live and fulfill the purpose of God in our lives and be of benefit to many people.
God has a specific purpose for you and me. He has blessed us to be a blessing to this earth. He wants us to share his love with the lost, win our family for Christ, help restore marriages, pray for the sick, invite people to the Church, house of peace, or a retreat to be free, and also for them to find their purpose in Christ.
“Simon Peter asked, “Lord, where are you going?” And Jesus replied, “You can’t go with me now, but you will follow me later.”37 “But why can’t I come now, Lord?” he asked. “I’m ready to die for you.” (John 13:36-37)
Think about it:
Have you thought about how God saved you? Do you know what God’s purpose is for you? What person comes to mind that you can visit and bless this week that is going through a difficult situation and needs the love of God?
Do you know someone who is in the hospital where you can go and pray for them?
Do you know of a marriage that is in crisis and that you can invite to a retreat?