But you, who do you say that Jesus is?

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But you, who do you say that Jesus is?

 Matt. 16 v 13 - 16 - HCSB

When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” And they said, “Some say John the Baptist; others, Elijah; still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” “But you,” He asked them, “who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God!”

 Christmas is almost here and it means different things to different people. Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas. That's why it's good that we're reflect a little on who Jesus is.

 Jesus asked His disciples (His followers) who the people say He is. From their answer it appears that the people regarded Him as one of the great prophets who rose. Then Jesus asks very personally: "But you, who do you say that Jesus is?"

 What would be your answer if Jesus asked you this question? Do you believe that Jesus is the Son of God whom He sent to save you from your sins? Are you a follower of Jesus? Are you willing to surrender yourself completely to Him? Are you willing to take up your cross and follow Him, even if it means dying for it?

 Are you willing to pay the price to be a follower of Jesus Christ? Are you willing to obey Him in everything you do?

 Being a follower of Jesus means that God must be the center of your life. Everything you do or think should be focused on obeying God. Your whole life should be focused on your relationship with God. This is what gives your life meaning, because being focused on God does not mean that you have to give up your joy of life and miss out on enjoying what is good in life.

 On the contrary, being focused on God means that you begin to share in the true joy of life instead of the false joy that the world offers.

But you, who do you say that Jesus is?

Amen