“And someone came to Him and said, “Teacher, what good thing shall I do so that I may obtain eternal life?” And He said to him, “Why are you asking Me about what is good? There is only One who is good; but if you want to enter life, keep the commandments” (Matthew 19:16-17).
Sinners believe they know the difference between good and evil. We were created to know God. God is good. Our trouble begins when we think we truly know good and evil. All goodness has its roots in God. Jesus is the only true and just One. Doing what He asks is good. To not do what He asks is rebellion against Him. Seek first the kingdom, which is found in King Jesus, and then all else that is needed will be added.
Lord, I seek but do not find. I look, but I do not see. You alone are good. The last part of the Great Commission tells me to obey all that You command. Without Your grace, I am unable to keep the commandments. By Your grace, I can do all things through You, who strengthens me. Guide me, Lord, on the path of eternal life so that my goal is You alone and not one of my own making.
Lord Jesus, You are teaching me that I will be what You are making of me. Help me to get my old self out of the way and become what You are making of me. Guide me in Your goodness and mercy so that I run the race You have set before me, enduring to the end to win the prize. The prize is You and hearing that You are well pleased. Lead me, Lord, and be the One to whom I look in and for all things. Amen.
