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Surrendering All Bible in a Year: Exodus 9–11 Matthew :21–39 Peter spoke , “We have left everything follow you!” Mark 10:28 Today's Scripture & Insight: Mark 10:26–31 Two men remembered for serving others for Jesus left careers in the arts to commit themselves to where they believed God had called them. James O. Fraser (1886–1938 decided not to pursue being a concert pianist in England to serve the Lisu people in China, while the American Judson Van DeVenter (1855–1939) chose to become an evangelist instead of pursuing a career in art. He later wrote the hymn “I Surrender All.” While having a vocation in the arts is the perfect calling for many, these men believed God called them to relinquish one career for another. Perhaps they found inspiration from Jesus counseling the rich, young ruler to give his possessions follow Him (Mark 10:–25). Witnessing exchange, Peter exclaimed, “We have left everything follow you!” (v. 28. Jesus assured him that God would give those who follow Him “a hundred times as much in this present age” and eternal life (v. 30). But He would give according His wisdom: “Many who are first will be last, and last first” (v. 31). No matter where God has placed us, we’re called daily surrender our lives Christ, obeying His gentle call follow Him and serve Him with our talents and resources—whether in the home, office, community, or far from home. As we do, He’ll inspire us love others, putting their needs above our own. Reflect & Pray Who comes mind when you think of someone who’s sacrificed for Jesus? How God calling you surrender? Jesus, help surrender my for You today as I serve You and those around for Your honor. 
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I have personally known a few couples who went to help establish and assist churches in other countries. Although we couldn't go with them in person, we gave into their projects. Sometimes, the Lord asks for our time, our finances, our prayers, or our talents. It's the willingness to give that is the most important. Be a prism, spreading God's light and love, not a mirror reflecting the world's hatred.
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