Riches vs. Obedience (April 17, 2022)

Written By Betty Predmore

My heart is sad for the rich man we find in today's scripture. He had lived a life of OBEDIENCE, thinking that would gain his entrance to heaven. When he was told that what is truly required is SACRIFICE, he was deeply troubled. Why? Because he knew in his heart he would not be able to sacrifice his riches, they were just too important to him.

What is too important in our lives? What is that ONE THING we hold on to, that we don't want to give up, even for eternal life with Christ?

Woe to those of us who choose our possessions over God possessing our hearts!

When we step out not only in obedience, but in sacrifice, verse 30 tells us that the rewards will be great and abundant.

May we live, not for the things of this world that we think we can't live without, but for Jesus and the hope of our eternity.

Verse 35 tells us that the disciples didn't understand what Jesus was telling them about his forthcoming troubles and resurrection.

When I think about that, I see how they could be confused. Remember...they were walking through this story as it unfolded. For us to believe is easier because we are hearing the story long after it occurred. We know the beginning, middle and end of the is particular story, whereas they did not.

I personally consider myself fortunate that the story, the life of Jesus, the unfolding of all his promises is mine and yours to hold in our hearts, to ponder and pray upon, and to give us security in our hopes for every tomorrow.

Betty Predmore

Betty Predmore is a writer, blogger, speaker and ministry leaders. She is the founder of Mom-Sense, Inc., a ministry designed for mentorship, connection and service to women of all life circumstances. Through this ministry, women are encouraged and supported with scripture and life application. Mom-Sense helps women overcome life struggles through small group classes with biblical curriculum, individual counseling, bible studies, and other areas of support.

Betty also directs the Imperial Valley Life Center, which is a non-profit faith-based pro life women’s resource center. She has a passion for saving the unborn and supporting mothers through pregnancy and motherhood.

Betty loves to speak at events, sharing the love of Jesus with other women. She does this through practical life application mingled with God’s word, and sprinkled with humor. Having experienced a broken home, divorce, abuse, grief, single motherhood, blended families, and adoption, she uses the broken places and movement of God in her own life to share His word in an inspiring way. She enjoys sharing her blogs on social media as a way of reaching out on a broader spectrum. Betty has many speaking topics which can be found on her website: www.bettypredmore.com

As an author, she has had the opportunity to impact women and reach deep into their hearts with her words of inspiration and encouragement. Through Pondering Virtue and Whispered Grace, she has created wonderful tools for the woman who is seeking direction in her spiritual walk.

Betty serves on the writing team of A Wife Like Me, and is also a contributor to Moms Encouraging Moms and Gift of Thorns. Her blogs have appeared in several magazine publications throughout the years including Southern Faith Magazine, Purposeful Life, and Aspiring Woman Magazine.

While Betty thrives on her ministry opportunities, her greatest blessings come from being a wife to Jim and a mama to their wonderful collection of children, who bring joy, laughter, and an occasional tear to her days.


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