In today’s episode, Gene asks us to consider what we would be willing to sacrifice our lives for. What matters most is the safety of our family, obedience to God, and concern for a spiritually lost person. Truly successful people learn to say no to those things that are not important, and yes to the things that matter most. Gene challenges us to avoid comparing ourselves and our success to others who seem to have more. Instead, we need to focus our eyes on Jesus and realize that He is the one who defines us.

Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside’s conviction that God’s grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God’s presence and activity in your life.