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Monday, February 18, 2008
No Accidental Band
Then Jesus went up on a hill. Jesus told some men to come to
him. These were the men Jesus wanted. These men went up to
Jesus.
-- Mark 3:13 (ERV)
KEY THOUGHT:
When we meet the 12 apostles of Jesus, we need to know that they are
not an accidental band of misfits. Jesus chose them prayerfully. They
answered his call and followed him. He chose them carefully because he
was about to invest his remaining time in training them. They would go
with him and learn by being at his side -- not just hearing his
message, but seeing his life. What are we to learn from this? It seems
to me that several lessons are important. First, Jesus chooses how he
will use those of us who follow him -- he is Lord and that is his right
and responsibility. Second, we have to answer his call to follow; he
will not force us. Third, the diversity and seeming insignificance of
those he chose is purposeful -- Jesus sees things in us and in others
that we cannot see and longs to use us in his cause in special ways.
TODAY'S PRAYER:
Loving God, the giver of every good and lasting gift, please help me to
see those things you have created me to do. Even more, dear Father,
move me to do those things whether I think they are menial or glorious,
for I know that you will use everything I offer you to your glory and
for the blessing of others. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
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