Years ago, we were watching a movie together as a family when someone mentioned “living sacrifice.” Out of curiosity, my daughter asked what it means. After explaining the literal meaning, I taught her the scriptural implication: we must become living sacrifices to God.
Friend, are you a living sacrifice (Romans 12:1)? The difference between a living and a dead sacrifice is that a living one can roll off the altar. Presenting yourself as a living sacrifice means choosing to be sacrificed despite having the will to opt out. Serve God willingly (John 10:17-18).
Jesus was the first living sacrifice; Isaac was the second (Genesis 22:7-10, Revelation 13:8). You should be the third (Romans 12:1-2). Like Isaac, can you let God bind you without reacting or running? Can you cooperate with God’s shaping?
The clay got marred in the Potter’s hands, not because He was unskillful, but because the clay did not allow itself to be handled (Jeremiah 18:4). Don’t let pride, ego, or distractions mar you. Your journey with God should end in glory; if not, the problem is not God (Romans 8:28-30).
You either follow God wholeheartedly or don’t follow at all (Isaiah 1:19). God does not malhandle people. Your response and cooperation determine what becomes of you. The devil subtly tries to make you miss your moment. Surrender your will by God’s grace (Matthew 26:39).
Some are in their “making” season but living like they are in their “getting” season (Luke 15:11-20). God uses people and processes to shape you—learn to see God in them (Genesis 32:24-30). Stop fighting the person or process meant to shape you. Become a living sacrifice today.
‘Demola Awoyele
Lead Pastor,
Destiny Impact Church
Akure, Nigeria