In this heartfelt episode of The Olive Tree POC, recorded at our Annual Advance, we explore what would have followed The Rich Young Ruler’s pivotal moment: “sell all you have and follow Me,” if he had said “Yes.” In this episode we go beyond the moment of choice in the rich young ruler’s story to explore what happens after saying “Yes” to Christ. Choosing to make Him the most important thing in your life is just the start—living it out means daily surrendering everything, from blessings like wealth and plans to “insurmountable” sins that weigh you down. We share personal stories of leaving behind homes, comforts, and even loved ones to follow God’s call, addressing the resistance many feel when faced with the application, or actions, that prove their commitment and their Faith. Inspired by scripture and the example of Matthew Henry’s continuous personal reflection, we challenge listeners to walk the road of discipleship, putting Christ above all else, every day.
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Matthew 21:28-32
Posts referenced: Light and Shadow, https://pursuitofcharacter.org/2025/05/05/light-and-shadow/
Intro song: “I Will Obey” Outro song: “Be My All” from the Cut Me Loose album available at https://pursuitofcharacter.org/ilp/music/worship-through-song/
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Chapters:
00:00:00 The Beginning
00:00:48 Welcome to the Advance
00:04:58 Advance Perspective
00:06:45 What if He said YES?
00:12:25 Just Get Rid of It!
00:20:12 Confusing Wants & Needs
00:23:26 His Steps – His Timing
00:30:01 That Thing…
00:32:22 A New Path
00:39:23 Just Can’t Shut-up
00:41:20 New Identity = New Intent
00:47:23 The Wrap up
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