Legacy | By faith we Sacrifice | Pastor John Tufaro | Celebration Italia
We live in a culture that’s so focused on the “me”—what I want, what I can get out of things. This self-centered mindset is totally opposite to what the Bible teaches. In Romans 14, for example, it says that none of us lives or dies just for ourselves, but for the Lord. Our lives are meant to be lived for Him, not just to satisfy our own wants.
Building something bigger than ourselves requires faith and sacrifice. Jesus called us to take up our cross, not to get comfortable. Every sacrifice we make has meaning—none of it goes unnoticed. The Bible tells us that our work is never in vain; when we live for a higher purpose, our efforts are seen and rewarded. That’s what pushes us to go beyond just meeting our own needs.
Look at Abraham’s example: by faith, he was ready to sacrifice his son Isaac, believing God would still keep His promises. Abraham was so sure of God’s power that he trusted nothing would truly be lost, even with a sacrifice that big. The truth is, if we’re willing to give to God without worrying about losing too much, we’ll find that He always provides.
Then there’s the example of the widow in the Gospel of Mark. She gave everything she had, even though it was just a little. While others gave from their surplus, she gave all she had. Jesus noticed that sacrifice because the heart behind it meant more than any amount of money.
In the end, when we lay our sacrifice at the altar with faith, we step into God’s provision. It’s not about how much we give, but how much we’re willing to trust Him with everything we have.
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