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Thursday, May 15, 2008
Leaving the Cynics Behind
Jesus made a sad sound like he was troubled. He said, "Why do
you people ask to see a miracle as proof? I tell you the
truth. No proof like that will be given to you." Then Jesus
left the Pharisees. Jesus went in the boat to the other side
of the lake.
-- Mark 8:12-13 (ERV)
KEY THOUGHT:
Sometimes we just have to say, "No!" Jesus would not let his ministry
become a sideshow. He would not pander to an audience that was
important, but which was determined not to believe. There are times
when we need to recognize that the people are not going to believe and
move on to others who are looking for God and his grace in Jesus.
TODAY'S PRAYER:
O Father, help me know when to move on! I know I have prayed this
prayer several times this week, but it is so important to me. I don't
want to give up on someone seeking you, but I also know that I can get
so caught up trying to reach one specific person that I fail to see the
many around me who are seeking, but who have no one to share your grace
with them. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
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