…Make a decisive dedication of your bodies [presenting all your members and faculties] as a living sacrifice, holy (devoted, consecrated) and well pleasing to God, which is your reasonable (rational, intelligent) service and spiritual worship.
When God asks us to do something, we often ask: What is this going to cost me? What do I have to give up? If I do this, how uncomfortable am I going to be?
The truth is that anything that is really worth doing requires a sacrifice, especially anything we do for God. Part of loving and serving Him involves a willingness to lay down our lives for Him.
Do not be afraid of sacrifice when God calls you or puts a dream in your heart. Whatever it is you have to lay down or give up is nothing compared to the reward that comes with obeying His guidance. God’s plan for you is greater than anything you can imagine. Every sacrifice you make as you follow His guidance will bring increased peace and joy in your life.
Prayer of the Day: Lord God, please give me the strength to embrace sacrifice for Your purposes. Help me trust that what I give up will be nothing compared to the joy and peace You bring. I pray this in the name of Jesus, amen.
