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Friday, June 5, 2009
Well and Sick
Then Jesus said to the man with the crippled hand, "Let me
see your hand." The man put his hand out for Jesus, and the
hand became well again, the same as the other hand. But the
Pharisees left and made plans to kill Jesus.
-- Matthew 12:13-14 (ERV)
KEY THOUGHT:
Isn't it amazing how one event can distill two such radically different
reactions! In this event, Jesus heals a man with a withered hand but
pushes the Pharisees into a murderous rage. The problem is not Jesus'
action, of course, but the hearts of those involved. If I am willing to
come to Jesus for comfort, rest, and healing, he is more than willing
to give it to me. He longs to bless and give rest. If I am seeking to
avoid him, to control him, to tame him, to limit him, to religiously
domesticate him, then his actions will drive me to anger and maybe even
hatred. Each reaction is its own conviction or pardon, because Jesus'
intent is only to bless.
TODAY'S PRAYER:
Loving Father, help me see that your desire for my worship is not just
your pleasure, but also my blessing. Let me find rest and renewal in
your presence as you minister to me through your Son and by your Spirit
as I seek to glorify you and place my life under your care. In Jesus'
name I pray. Amen.
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