Is Jesus Really Enough?

What a long and weird week.
I must confess it was a difficult week.
I suppose no more difficult than the last few, but I was just off all week.

And then I read this..
http://kellyneedham.com/2012/04/15/is-jesus-really-enough/

It would be lying if I didn't tell you that this absolutely convicted me. but not in a guilt sort of way.
It was so encouraging. I pray you have the time to read it.

Fast forward to today. My day was not my ideal Sunday. I barely dragged myself into church this evening. Missed most of worship, barely made it for communion..rushing.
The sermon nearly passed threw both ears, but one thing he said really struck a chord deep with in my heart..
It was about Jonathan's plea to King Saul in 1 Sam 19-
Jonathan intervened  on David's behalf, reminding Saul of David's battles and sacrifices and encouraging his father not to sin by harming him.
My pastor was quick to point out that people don't remember the great things you do. fact. and that sometimes, even if you've done absolutely nothing wrong, people will still have a bone to pick with you.
The bottom line is that, in general, people will not remember how you were serving, sacrificing or giving so you had better be doing those things for the Lord and not for man.
So simple.
I mean think of parenting. Obviously, parenting isn't the business you get into if you're looking for people who can give you something back or return the favor, since a baby/toddler is the most demanding and dependent creature I can think of except for maybe cats..so bossy.
As I sat processing this truth, I really had to stop and ask myself.
"Is Jesus really enough?"
Is He enough or am I looking for a return from the people around me?
Is He enough or am I hoping to be remembered/noticed/appreciated?
Is He enough or do I idolize my reputation and work ethic?
Is He enough or am I looking for love in all the wrong places?
Is He enough or isn't he?

I love how even while I am challenged to the depths of my being, convicted by the ugliness of my heart, He speaks peace to me. He offers me Himself and let's me taste of His goodness.
What patience! What grace!