picky eaters

When I go out to eat I often change what's on the menu in order for me to get what I want the way I want it. Too often I see commercials promoting "have it your way" or "made the way you like it". While that's good for pickey eaters or just those of us who know what we like; it doesn't work that way with the Lord. He gave us strict rules via Moses and Jesus gave us clear rules when He was here on the earth. Too often I see people picking and choosing what they want to believe when the words are there in black (or red) and white. How often is it written that we should walk in His way, keep His commandments, fear Him, obey Him, and serve Him? How often does He reward those who keep to these rules? Before Jesus is crucified, He tells His disciples to baptize in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. He also says to preach the gospel to every creature. Our reward is not only eternal life in heaven (which is more than we deserve), but Jesus says that signs- casting out demons, speaking new tongues, healing the sick with the laying of hands- will follow those who believe. He gives us confirmation that He is one with us! Some people dismiss Mark 16:17-18 even though Jesus said it Himself! Why order a supreme pizza just to pick off the toppings? Are we not His disciples? Why are we afraid to step forth and follow Him completely? I, for one, have experienced enough to know that God is powerful and I strive everyday to ensure that I will not deny Him of that!! "Man shall not live by bread alone, but man lives by every word that proceeds from the mouth of the LORD." So I ask myself as well as you that reads this : Who goes to a buffet and only eats rolls?