Choosing Life
When we are pinned in the corner, we beg for our lives, but if given the chance to give life to others, do we do the same? The idea is the same as the parable of the man who owes the king.
In difficult times, it is often hard to choose life, especially when we know that if we did, it would be problematic for us. Like dramatic depictions in a Roman Coliseum, the emperor chooses if a gladiator lives or dies, along with the crowd’s vote. This gives power and authority to both the crowd and the emperor. In a similar way, isn’t that what was done with Christ?
God always tries to choose life, to try to save as many people as possible, and the choice starts with us. It always starts with obedience; by the choice of one person, an entire narrative could shift. Often, choosing God’s way requires dying to oneself; it requires a painful sacrifice that thinks beyond the current self. Since God moves through generations and our life is limited, our lives can be meaningful and purposeful for Him. Choosing His way would help flourish, not only ourselves but other people as well. Not all names get remembered in history books; heck, as time goes on, some names would also fade away.
If I know one thing, it is that God remembers it all. The choices, the obedience, the sacrifices, and the turning back towards Him, because at the end of the day, He never tires of reaching out. Offering a gift of reconciliation in the best way He knows, which is life.