Jesus’ utmost commitment was to be about the Father’s business – that of redeeming sinful people. As followers of Christ we are called to be about our Father’s business as well. In the midst of all the “people’s business” at the capitol, it is easy to lose sight of the ultimate business of the Father. We may get caught up in standing for certain issues and fighting for particular legislation and forget that what every person REALLY needs is to understand what Jesus has done on the cross. We should let Jesus’ example be a reminder to constantly seek to be about the Father’s business even as we conduct the people’s business in the capitol.
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