John 21: 20-22 Peter turned and saw that the disciple whom Jesus loved was following them. (This was the one who had leaned back against Jesus at the supper and had said, "Lord, who is going to betray you?") When Peter saw him, he asked, "Lord, what about him?" Jesus answered, "If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me."
After Jesus had risen from the dead He visited his disciples a few times and on this occasion He was having a discussion with Peter about his future. Fun how Jesus is giving Peter instructions on how he will serve God and Peter wants to know what’s up with John. So easily distracted, Peter wants to take the focus off himself and find out what is in store for John. I love Jesus answer, "If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me." In essences Jesus is saying, I can do whatever I want with John take care of yourself.
How often do we lose sight of what God wants to do in our lives because we are focused on something or someone else? It happens to all of us at some point. I will be honest as we get closer to embarking on our journey to Hawaii I do focus on who is coming with us and who is not. I truly feel God saying these words to me this morning, take care of yourself. Focus on what I have called you to do and I will do what I want with everyone else. This is hard for me as someone who likes to plan and if I don’t have all the pieces it makes it difficult. God does not need my plans; He just needs me to walk His.
Lord, I give up my plans for Yours. Help me to stay focused, not on what lies ahead, but on Your face. Lead me and I will follow. Thank you for Your gentle reminder. Amen
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