Giving up everything must mean giving over everything to kingdom purposes, surrendering everything to further the one central cause, loosening our grip on everything. For some of us, this may mean ridding ourselves of most of our possessions. But for all of us it should mean dedicating everything we retain to further the kingdom. {For true disciples, however, it cannot mean hoarding or using kingdom assets self-indulgently.}
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Randy Alcorn emphasizes the importance of prioritizing kingdom purposes above all else. He argues that truly giving up everything involves a deep commitment to letting go of our possessions and ensuring that what we hold onto serves the greater good of the kingdom. This dedication requires a shift in focus, where we view our resources not as personal assets but as tools to further a central purpose that transcends our individual...

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