The Blessing of Insufficiency
- evergreenthemagazi
- Dec 31, 2024
- 1 min read
Updated: Apr 4
By Nisi King
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A close walk with Christ requires an almost paradoxical appreciation for contradictions. When the world tells us to run toward something, Jesus directs us to flee from it. When the world encourages us to indulge our desires and wants, Jesus demands that we deny ourselves and pick up our cross. While riches and independence are lauded markers of a successful life, Jesus calls his children to a life of humility and submission. This truth is so foundational that in the Sermon on the Mount — one of His most famous teachings — Jesus begins with these words: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:3)
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"What is the difference between you and me?" the young priest asked his older mentor.
"The difference is not that I sin less than you, but rather I am more aware daily of the sin that has always been there, and how desperately I need Jesus."
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