What Would You Give for Your Soul?
August 6, 2009 by WebPastor
Filed under Weekly Words
Dear friends,
“What will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul? Or what will a man give in exchange for his soul?” (Matthew 16:26)
Many in this world have vast fortunes, fame, and power. Yet none of these things will be useful for them in eternity, because they have not taken care of their souls. They amass wealth and resources to be prepared for whatever might happen, but they have paid too little attention to something that is certain to happen - the end of their lives on this earth.
In contrast, the poorest and lowest Christian believer is richer than the wealthiest and greatest person who does not know Jesus. Through faith in the completed work of the Savior, the believer’s soul is made safe for eternity. It is not necessary to take a vow of poverty or shun positions of influence. If the Lord gives us wealth and comfort, we can thank him, but the Christian does not live for these things! For the believer, the greatest gain is to come in the blessed heaven of our Lord.
Your servant,
Stephen
Rev. Stephen St. John
Pastor/Elder