“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” John 10:10

Our culture is obsessed with the notion of “living life to the fullest” and getting the most out of every experience. At first glance, what’s not to like about that? The believer in Jesus ought to take a closer look at having life to the full, as we read of it in the book of John. All around us people attempt to achieve their “best life” with high-adrenaline experiences, world travel, communion with nature, and so on, completely apart from God.

Jesus offers something counter-cultural when He says He has “come so that they may have life and have it to the full.” When He commissioned His followers and told them how they would change the world, He wasn’t encouraging them to pursue their own prosperity and thrill-seeking. Abundant life begins with servanthood and salvation found only in Christ. It’s rooted in the eternal life offered to us when we repent from our sin and trust in Him.

Ultimately, we’ll find life to the full in the One who goes the distance with us even after all the other thrills and adventures have faded.

Insight: I know that walking in Your ways and following Your commands will bring true joy and peace. Give me Your perspective for my life. Amen