How often when we are overwhelmed with requests or we feel we are being stretched beyond our limits do we remember this telling description of the Jesus's role, and ours too: "...the Son of Man did not come to be served and to give his life as a ransom for many." (Mt 20: 28)? Jesus gladly gave of himself...to the last drop of his blood... as the ransom for our redemption. He did not count the cost nor hold back, but looked with love at US, found us worthy and just kept paying the ransom. Likewise, following in his footsteps, we join in this ransom payment by plowing ahead through our daily routine as well as through the unexpected events that seem to require more than we can give. Keeping our eyes on him, remembering his love, and the love he has for those who "impose" on us, can we do any less than he did? Serving him through serving others brings joy to us as well as to them. Indeed, if we saw the face of Jesus on those who ask and ask and ask, would we be able to refuse?
Bro. Rene
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