Matthew 14:22
This verse is full of unexpected things. All of the Jews, the disciples included, failed to understand the goal of the first advent of Christ. They thought, especially after this miracle, that Jesus was surely the Messiah, and that he would be breaking the yoke of the Romans and setting up his kingdom. Thus, the focus was upon force. The Jews were ready and ripe for vengeance upon their enemies.
Jesus, on the other hand, knew what he had come for. He had a time of getting the disciples to get into the boat, and then had the task of calming and dismissing the multitudes. Only his authority and their respect for it accomplished this. If he had not acted very decisively here, things would have gone much differently.
Bible Reading: 1 Chronicles 24:1-26:32
Scripture Memory: 1 John 3:15 “Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer, and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in him.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for another day to sing Your praises. You are so wonderful to know. It is impossible to underestimate the impact You have upon our lives. Thank You for Your mercy and grace and love. You are so kind and good to us. Thank You! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a couple of women who are not feeling well. Pray for a man who will be seeing the doctor today about his prostate cancer.
Journal Entry #13233