Matthew 13:10
The disciples did not understand why Jesus was using parabolic teaching. Remember, for the most part, the disciples were unlearned men. They knew that many of the common people would have a difficult time understanding why Jesus used parables as well. However, over the years I have found that Almighty God keeps his Word at a certain level. He makes it available to us, but we have to work at it. Jesus’ parables would have made more sense to those who had already tried to understand and know God. Those who had already payed attention to the Old Testament, and valued what it had to say, would more easily grasp what he was conveying. This is always true. We cannot expect to be spoon-fed the Truth. It takes some hard work to get to the Truth, and it is that way by design.
Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 14:1-17:20
Scripture Memory: 1 John 2:28 “And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, it is so great to know You on Father’s Day! It is a blessing to have a good Dad here on earth. It is a blessing to have You, Father, in heaven. You know just what we need. You have given us our earthly fathers to remind us how we should live. You are so very wise! You know not only what we need, but who we need, in our lives. You are worthy of our praise, but also of our efforts. Just as we would like to make our earthly father proud, we should work to make You proud of us. We love You! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for missionaries all over the world.
Journal Entry #13167