“Follow Jesus Christ and Do What Matters Most,” For the Strength of Youth, Apr. 2023. Come, Follow Me Mark 10:17–22 Follow Jesus Christ and Do What Matters Most By Amanda Penrod; illustrations by Rosalie Ledezma ImageJesus Christ Jesus Christ invites us to follow Him and keep His commandments. Imageyoung woman with phone Sometimes this means giving up things we want and enjoy. Imageyoung woman putting down phone Imageyoung woman with father For something better! Imagerich young ruler The Bible talks about a rich young ruler who tried to obey God’s commandments. Imagerich young ruler going to Jesus Christ One day, he ran to Jesus and asked what else he needed to do. Jesus told him to sell everything he had, give to the poor, and follow Him. Imagerich young ruler walking away from Jesus Christ The young ruler was discouraged. He didn’t want to let go of his nice things. Imageyoung woman with father Jesus Christ invites us to change, follow Him, and give up things we may like—even good things—for things that matter most. Imagepicture of Jesus Christ, with father and daughter in background As we focus on Jesus Christ and follow His example and teachings, we can be guided to know what we should do. Imageyoung woman putting phone down and going outside He loves and knows us individually. He knows what’s best for us. Imageyoung woman and mother planting flowers What might you give up to follow Him more closely?