Repent,be content and share

In reference to Luke:3:7-14

In our text today we are reminded by John,that we cannot expect to be saved by referring to someone else (for instance Abraham,Isaac,Jacob...etc).We have to realize for ourselves that we are evil by nature;full of sin and have become guilty before God Yahweh.In order to overcome our evil nature we have to and should follow certain steps.First of all, we must recognize our sins,repent and be baptized(cleansed with living water).But according to John,who was filled with the holy Spirit of God in his mother's womb,that is not enough.Our lifestyle,our way of thinking has to change.No longer shall we walk according to our own will in selfishness and greed.If we have enough or are blessed with plenty,we are suppose to share with those who have little or nothing.Instead of never being satisfied with which has been given to us,like it is so usual in our world today,we are reminded to be content with what we have.We should not abuse or take advantage of others for our own profit.By now we can truly recognize that the path of repentence is not a simple one.It is certainly a challange especially in our world today.It is so normal to only focus on ourselves and only on special occasions like christmas,easter,birthday's...etc.that we are willing to share a little of what we have.That is the way of our world,but the path of God is a different one.With all of this in mind,we have to ask ourselves,which way will I follow?Do I want to continue following the path that I am on or am I ready to set myself apart from this world and follow the path to eternal life?May God Yahweh help us to make the right decision and give us the strength to endure!

God Yahweh,help us to receive your call,and give us the wisdom to endure it.Set us apart from our evil and selfish ways,so that we become pleasing in your sight. Amen

Author's Note

self-analysis