The message centers on the call to personally and urgently follow Jesus Christ, using the story of the rich young ruler found in Matthew 19:16 as a lesson in spiritual ownership, sacrifice, and commitment. The speaker emphasizes that each person must choose whether to answer God’s calling, not as something inherited from parents or postponed for the future, but as a present and daily decision. Ultimately, the sermon urges listeners to choose life, take ownership of their calling, and faithfully continue following Christ toward the promise of eternal life.
Lewis VanAusdle lives Brooklyn, NY with his wife, Lena. He is the pastor for congregations in New York City, New Jersey - North, and Hartford, Connecticut.
