Luke 9:24 ” “For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it.”
The fact to come away with here is that all who do not lose their life for the sake of Christ shall lose it anyway. Life is a precious commodity and God alone controls it. Humans tend to see their life as their own, but this is not the case. Our life belongs to the One Who gave it. It does not matter what life we expect to get, but what life He intends to give. Life is a moment by moment gift.
What then does Jesus mean to lose ones life for His sake? He means to say that one who loses their life for Him is one who sees and considers their life for what it is. Life is given by Him, and should thus be given for Him. This does not mean every Christian will be called to die at some premature age. But, that level of commitment is nevertheless what is called for in every case. His followers are to live for Him Who died for them.
Heavenly Father, thank You for life! May we never take it for granted! You have given us so much and we are grateful. It is for us to see and understand that we exist only by Your pleasure. Without Your will on our behalf we would cease to be. All that we are is completely dependent upon You. Thank You for giving to us the truth, allowing us to know You. That is the greatest of gifts! You are truly gracious and loving. Your power and might, Your wisdom and justice, they are wonderful! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.