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Friday, January 18, 2008
The Authoritative Voice
The people were amazed. They asked each other, "What is
happening here? This man is teaching something new. And he
teaches with authority (power)! He even gives commands to
evil spirits, and the spirits obey him." So the news about
Jesus spread quickly everywhere in the area of Galilee.
-- Mark 1:27-28 (ERV)
KEY THOUGHT:
Jesus has authority. Not just rank so he can give orders. Not just
power so he can obliterate his enemies. No, Jesus has true authority --
rank, power, and integrity so that he can authentically rule and
destroy evil. This authority should not just be admired. This authority
should not leave us spell-bound. No, this authority should lead us to
watch Jesus and learn from his actions, because they are gracious and
compassionate as well as mighty. This authority should make us listen
to what he says, because Jesus' words are not only true, they are
life-giving and liberating. We should be excited. We should tell others
about Jesus. Most importantly, we should obey him and follow his
example of sacrificial service.
TODAY'S PRAYER:
My dear and precious Father, the One True and Living God, please give
me the courage to believe and obey the words of Jesus and to follow his
example of sacrificial service. In Jesus' mighty name I pray. Amen.
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