35: Here where Jesus says these individuals will be ‘set at variance’ he is saying they will be divided from each other. Although the gospel does not have to divide up families, Jesus is warning that it often will. He is being very frank and open with his disciples about the trouble that the gospel will bring to the surface. Those who would ordinarily always get along may find reason to take issue with a saved person.
Daily Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 7:1-9:27
Daily Memory Verse: 1 John 2:8 “Again, a new commandment I write unto you, which thing is true in him and in you: because the darkness is past, and the true light now shineth.”
Daily Tidbit: Inspiration of the Scriptures is really the dividing line between those who take God’s Word seriously and those who do not. If the Bible is not inspired, we can afford to ignore parts of it. If it is inspired, then every word is important. It is like the resurrection, if Jesus did not rise, the gospel is nullified. So also, if inspiration is not accepted, the Bible is just another book. Thus, inspiration is one of the most important doctrines in Christianity.
Praise Journal: Heavenly Father, You are so wonderful! Thank You for another day to serve You! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Journal Highlights: Pray for a man with a difficult job situation.
Personal Journal Entry #13072