Don’t Excuse Yourself: No Excuse Too Great for Following Jesus

In this heartfelt devotion, the speaker gives thanks to God for all blessings, referencing the Holy Spirit and the importance of the word of God in providing understanding. The speaker humbly asks, 'What will you do with Jesus?' They explain the importance of living for Christ and take us through stories from the gospel of Luke, extracting significant spiritual meanings. The main focus is on the excuses people make to avoid devoting themselves to Christ and following His path, reminding them that these worldly distractions should not prevent us from seeking the kingdom of God. The speaker emphasizes that while following Jesus might come with a cost, that cost is worth bearing. They conclude with a prayer, urging everyone not to make excuses for not following Jesus. 00:00 Introduction and Praise 00:49 The Question: What Will You Do With Jesus? 01:44 The Theme: Don't Fool Yourself 01:59 The Parable of the Great Supper 03:43 Excuses: I Have Something to See 05:38 Excuses: I Have Something to Do 06:42 The Cost of Following Jesus 07:48 Excuses: I Have to Bury My Father 09:09 Excuses: I Have to Say Goodbye 10:18 The Challenge: Seek First the Kingdom of God 11:00 Conclusion and Prayer