This sermon, delivered on Mother’s Day, centers around a powerful call to live with eternity in view, to depend fully on God in difficult seasons, and to choose the way of the cross even when it disrupts comfort and convenience.

1. See Everything in Light of Eternity

Life on earth is temporary—like a vapor, a passing shadow. While culture often emphasizes success, security, and self-fulfillment in this lifetime, Scripture reminds that this life is just the beginning of something far greater. The question is not simply what can be achieved now, but what impact present choices have on eternity.

James 4:14 and Psalm 103:15 paint a sobering picture of earthly life’s brevity. In contrast, Colossians 1:16 emphasizes that all things were created by and for Christ. True meaning comes not from achievement or comparison, but from living for God’s glory. Even mundane moments—eating, working, parenting, studying—are opportunities to honor Him (1 Corinthians 10:31).

When eternity becomes the lens through which life is viewed, priorities shift. The desire for recognition, success, or material gain loses its grip. What matters most is hearing, “Well done, good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21) from the One who gave life.

2. Despair to Dependency

Even with a firm grip on eternity, valleys and wilderness seasons are inevitable. Hardships—especially prolonged ones—can lead to despair. But such moments also serve as invitations to deeper dependency on God.

A personal story was shared of walking through years of emotional and mental struggle with a child, especially during early childhood and the pandemic lockdowns. Meltdowns, sleeplessness, and emotional outbursts led to exhaustion and self-doubt. Yet, these moments became the soil in which faith was tested and strengthened.

Psalm 73:26 and Psalm 121:1–2 remind that when strength fails, God remains faithful. Trials are not signs of abandonment; they are opportunities for God’s presence to become more real. Despair becomes the door to dependency when eyes are lifted up to the Source of help.

3. Cross Over Comfort and Convenience

Discipleship demands sacrifice. The call of Christ is not about convenience; it is about commitment. Matthew 16:24 and Matthew 10:37–39 present a radical standard—loving God more than family, more than personal comfort, and more than life itself.

Parenthood, career, and ministry are often where this struggle surfaces. The temptation is to prioritize ease: skipping service due to tiredness, avoiding community to preserve routine, or refraining from missions or service because it disrupts the schedule. But these moments reveal whether Christ is truly Lord or merely an addition to life.

Even amidst chaos—tantrums, mess, interruptions—the cross can still be carried. Not perfectly, but faithfully. The goal is not polished performance but persistent obedience.

Choosing the cross over convenience also sets an example for the next generation. Children learn not just from what is said, but from what is modeled. A family that serves together, worships through struggle, and prioritizes God over routine reflects a gospel worth following.

Summary: C · D · E

• C – Choose the Cross over Comfort and Convenience
• D – Despair becomes Dependency when God is the Source
• E – Everything must be Seen in the Light of Eternity

Reflection Questions for Cell Group

1. In what areas of life is comfort being prioritized over the cross?
2. What would shift if every decision were made with eternity in mind?
3. How can dependency on God be cultivated during difficult seasons?