Letting Go to Follow Jesus (Luke 18:18-30)

In this sermon, Pastor Jim Schultz teaches from Luke 18:18–30, the story of the rich young ruler, to explore what it really means to follow Jesus. When the man asks how to inherit eternal life, Jesus exposes the one thing he is unwilling to surrender—his wealth. The story reveals a powerful truth: the things we hold most tightly can become barriers that keep us from fully following Christ.Using a memorable illustration about carrying a heavy anchor in the water, Pastor Jim explains how our possessions, priorities, and comforts can weigh us down spiritually. Jesus calls His followers to let go of whatever competes with Him and trust in God’s grace.This message reminds us that salvation is impossible through human effort but possible through God alone, and that every sacrifice made for the kingdom of God is ultimately worth it.