John 10:11-21 | What am I going to do about it?

Many of the weeks that we have gone through John, I have shared about how I am taking a step back from distractions. I believe this has been instrumental in developing my relationship with the Lord. Many view it as radical, and I would agree. However, I believe radical is necessary for fostering a strong relationship with the Lord. Many of the alternative voices in my life have been silenced. It is seldom that I listen to anything other than Christian music, if I am listening to anything at all. I take ample time in silence and solitude before the Lord. My reading primarily consists of Scripture or books surrounding biblical subjects. Video games are near to never. Watch time of other content is mostly limited to sermons, teachings, or godly encouragement. Friend groups and time spent with people is centered on Christ. So what more can be done? This is where things can get tricky.

It is easy to put my confidence in sacrifice and the limitation that I have put up in my life. I can grow in my own self-satisfaction in believing I am a good Christian because I have eliminated so much. But it is not the limitation that gives me life. I could sacrifice everything in my life to the point that I have but only food and clothing. If I have not the Lord, it is all for naught.

This is why humility is so important. The responsibility of the sheep is not exclusively to run away from the stranger. It is to run to its master. I must take the time that has been provided to run to Jesus to hear His voice and discern His desires for me. I can block my ears to all and if I do not take heed to the voice of the Shepherd then it is useless. So my focus needs to be properly directed. I must heed the voice of the Lord.

What application are you implementing?