Food, clothing, and shelter are human beings’ basic needs. These primary needs do not vary, but how they are met depends on the uniqueness of each individual. When these essentials are secured, the need for love and affection accompanies the physical and emotional demand for safety. Complementing the need for love and affection is companionship to prevent loneliness from dominating. The family continues to be society’s stabilizing force.
Because we are created by the Lord God, we are commanded to maintain a close, loving relationship with him. We are commanded to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, strength, and mind and to love our neighbor as we love ourselves.
If this appears challenging, that’s because it can be accomplished only by faith in Christ Jesus, who provides encouragement, wisdom, and guidance for completing the task. The reward for choosing this difficult, narrow road Jesus referred to in Matthew 7:14 is that it leads to a life honored by the Lord God.
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Don’t look for shortcuts to God. The market is flooded
with surefire, easy-going formulas for a successful life that can be practiced
in your spare time. Don’t fall for that stuff, even though crowds of people do.
The way to life – to God! – is vigorous and requires total attention.
~Matthew 7:13-14 The Message
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