06/24/2026
&Darlene
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes…” (Romans 1:16)
Have you ever been told, “You take Jesus too seriously”?
When someone tells you that, remind yourself: When Jesus carried the cross, He seriously took your situation into account.
He took your sin seriously. He took your suffering seriously. He took your redemption seriously. He willingly endured rejection, suffering, and death so that you could have eternal life.
God didn’t just send us salvation; he sent his son to be our salvation.
The One who reached out His hands on the cross for you deserves your wholehearted devotion.
Never feel ashamed of your love, your devotion, and your reverence toward the Savior who sacrificed everything for you.
If Jesus was not ashamed to die for us, we shouldn't be ashamed to live for Him.
One cannot take Jesus seriously if one has a confined, idolized view of Him, limiting Him to church and avoiding causing inconvenience in their lives. Yet, the truth is, Christ is not convenient! Our lives for Him are not convenient. If we say “Jesus is Lord,” then we are saying that He directs our plans, our steps, and our lives. It is not a matter of whether He fits into our lives, but how we fit into His service.
Taking Jesus seriously means transforming His messages from mere ideas or thoughts into daily actions. It involves moving away from a casual faith and adopting a life of reverence, complete dedication, and obedience. It emphasizes aligning one's actions, speech, and priorities with God's word, recognizing that a holy God ultimately evaluates our lives.
“And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him."
(Colossians 3:17)