Text: Matthew 13:1-23
There is a great cost in following Jesus. We must be willing to love Him above all others and willingly lay down our lives for Him. While these may sound like a heavy cost, they are nothing compared to what is gained. Jesus assures us that in laying our life down for Him, it is then that we find true abundant life. In fact, there are countless blessings available for all who trust in Jesus and follow Him as Lord. Today we see, in Matthew 13, several of the practical blessings and benefits of being a disciple of Jesus. Those who are close to Jesus and follow Him as Lord enjoy several blessings and privileges that others do not. We pray that the Lord helps you to examine these wonderful blessings to consider how you are embracing and experiencing these in your life.