But of Him you are in Christ Jesus, who became for us wisdom from God—and righteousness and sanctification and redemption that, as it is written, “He who glories, let him glory in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 1:30
What makes you treasure God?
If your response to the question above relates to what God has done for you then you are off track in understanding the gift of salvation. The correct response should be “I treasure God for who He is”. This takes the results of your relationship with God off the benefits accruing to self and recognizes the character of God.
Making a decision for Christ is not about what He will do for you. It is a commitment to walk by faith with steadfast loyalty to God regardless of the circumstances in your life.
Christianity has a twisted perspective about God with a focus on the importance of adhering to laws and doing works to receive the blessings of God.
Most believers hear the gospel and accept the gift of salvation by faith. Who wouldn’t want to have their sins forgiven and live with God forever?
God looks at salvation from a different point of view. You are unacceptable to Him in your natural condition so He gave up His life so you can be born again as a new creature in Christ Jesus. He expects the same from you following in His footsteps. You agree to die to self and live for Christ.
Salvation is not a superficial experience. It is a transformation into a new person dedicated to live for Christ. The role of a believer is to know the Living Christ and live in obedience to Him through the pain, suffering, and hardships of life.
God rewards those that diligently seek Him. However, the goal should not be the rewards but living intimately with the transfigured Christ whose characteristics are greatness, power, glory, victory, and majesty.
God wants you to walk by faith with or without His blessings. This is the heart of a disciple of Christ.
Not my will but yours be done!
Hal Hollister Ministry 