Because He Asked Me

“If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” John 14:15

Albert Schweitzer was an acclaimed theologian and an accomplished musician. He toured Europe, giving organ concerts. In the midst of a stellar career, he gave up both professions to study medicine. He wanted to go and be of service in Africa.

The people there could never have appreciated the choices he had made. Later in life, when asked by a reporter why he was willing to make such a sacrifice, he simply replied, “Because Jesus asked me to do it.”

God’s plan requires our willingness to obey. Each of us needs to let Jesus show us ways to serve Him. It might not be a big thing. Something as simple as showing kindness to a fellow worker, or encouraging a neighbor, might be what needs to be done. Start with small steps of obedience. Who knows, Africa might be next!