Narrow or Wide

As I reflect on this weekend and what Christ did for us. I think about my life and what I've done with what God has given me. I know He wants me to be a wise steward with the resources He's given me, but I can not help but feel that I have not been the wisest in their use.

I came upon this scripture:

Matthew 7:13-14 (NIV)

The Narrow and Wide Gates

13"Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. 14But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.

I was able to find a video clip where someone put together clips from the Passion of the Christ with the song My Hero. 

http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=23338560

It helped remind me what was sacrificed for me, for us. Though I would like to think I am on the narrow path, what really needs to happen is a heart assessment. Just where is my heart and what is it focused on? 

Have I claimed the offer given me through Jesus Christ? Have I excepted the fact that He died on the cross for my sins? Have I given Him those things I've done wrong? Have I asked Him not just into my life, but into my heart and let Him take over? Despite how scary, how difficult it may be? Am I ready to give up control on my life? Really am I? Are you?

No, we do not need to be perfect. Yes we can screw up and make mistakes. Expect it, He does and is ready to help. It is not about perfection, but about forgiveness.

Let Him move into your heart. Not just with words, but with actions. See, hear, feel, the love He has for you. Speak, share, give that love He gives you to others and see just how your life will change.

Things that were once important, are no longer even a memory. Things you never thought of before, will be in the fore front of your mind begging to be shared with others. His love.

Is it scary, yes. 

Is it hard, yes. 

Does it bring joy, yes. 

Does it bring peace, yes.

Is it time to except the most wonderous gift you will ever be offered during this life here?

Is it time to check the path your on?

Is it time for a heart assessment? 

Is it scary, yes. 

Is it hard, yes. 

Does it bring joy, yes. 

Does it bring peace, yes.