Peter asks a thought-provoking question in this passage. Why am I here? I think this is a great question to ask ourselves. We may say we are here to serve and love God and to serve and love others, but if we never take the time to really do these things, how important are they to us? We must ask ourselves this question often and decide according to these priorities.

I know I am guilty of getting caught up in things that don't matter and disregarding the things that do matter. I am "majoring in the minors and minoring in the majors." Jesus broke it down for us when He said, "Love God and love others." It really can't be explained any simpler than that. We should remember that Jesus did something extraordinary. He loved us by giving His life away. In doing that, He has shown us how to love others.

Life Lesson: We are here to love and serve God, to love and serve others, and to show and tell others about Jesus.

Dear God,
Please help me to remember what is essential. I get confused about my priorities sometimes. Please remind me through Bible teaching, Bible reading, and the love and care of others why I am here. Please help me to take the time to remember these things. When it's all said and done, only what I have done for You will last.
In Jesus' name. Amen.

Living to tell what He died to say,
Pastor David McGee

Senior Pastor
The Bridge
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