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Thursday, May 8, 2008
Everything Well!
Jesus commanded the people not to tell any person about what
happened. Jesus always commanded people not to tell other
people about him. But this only caused the people to tell
about him more and more. The people were really amazed. The
people said, "Jesus does everything in a good way. Jesus
makes deaf people able to hear. And people that can't
talk--Jesus makes them able to talk."
-- Mark 7:36-37 (ERV)
KEY THOUGHT:
Despite Jesus' intentions and efforts to keep things quiet about his
miraculous power to heal, the healing miracle in the previous verses
becomes known and his reputation only spreads faster and farther. The
people were amazed and wanted others to know. And yes, his deeds were
wonderful, but Jesus is so much more than a miracle worker and that
will be harder to teach. We need to remember that with popularity comes
misunderstanding. Some of that misunderstanding can actually inhibit us
from fulfilling our mission from God. So as we look at our churches and
ministries, let's pray for true success -- an impact on the broken
world for Jesus and faithfulness to the mission God has given us.
TODAY'S PRAYER:
O Father, I know that the good things that I am able to do to bless
others is because of your grace and power. I do want my influence for
you to expand and impact others. As that happens, dear LORD, please
keep my heart pure, my mission in focus, and your glory uppermost on my
heart. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
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