I Peter 1:18-19 says, “knowing that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver and gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot.”
Before coming by faith to Jesus Christ, I was held captive by worldly ways, that is what God calls sin. I had no way of freeing myself from captivity. Self-righteousness was both foolish and unsuccessful. Fortunately, God paid the necessary ransom by sacrificing His innocent Son, Jesus Christ. With the ransom fully paid, I am now free to follow God and inherit eternal life.
Where we place our attention and efforts demonstrate what we believe is precious to us. God sacrificed what was precious to Him, His only Son, in order that we, His precious children may be redeemed from worldly pursuits and ways. Let us hold fast to that which God deems to be precious and follow Him in righteousness, putting aside empty worldly pursuits.
Reluctant Retiree 