2023
Follow Jesus Christ and Do What Matters Most
April 2023


“Follow Jesus Christ and Do What Matters Most,” For the Strength of Youth, Apr. 2023.

Come, Follow Me

Mark 10:17–22

Follow Jesus Christ and Do What Matters Most

Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ invites us to follow Him and keep His commandments.

young woman with phone

Sometimes this means giving up things we want and enjoy.

young woman putting down phone
young woman with father

For something better!

rich young ruler

The Bible talks about a rich young ruler who tried to obey God’s commandments.

rich young ruler going to Jesus Christ

One day, he ran to Jesus and asked what else he needed to do. Jesus told him to sell everything he had, give to the poor, and follow Him.

rich young ruler walking away from Jesus Christ

The young ruler was discouraged. He didn’t want to let go of his nice things.

young woman with father

Jesus Christ invites us to change, follow Him, and give up things we may like—even good things—for things that matter most.

picture of Jesus Christ, with father and daughter in background

As we focus on Jesus Christ and follow His example and teachings, we can be guided to know what we should do.

young woman putting phone down and going outside

He loves and knows us individually. He knows what’s best for us.

young woman and mother planting flowers

What might you give up to follow Him more closely?