Matthew 17:12
What does Jesus mean here by saying that they knew him not? Did not many respond to the ministry of John the Baptist? Were not many baptized by him in the Jordan? How is it that Jesus would say he was not known? First, John was not accepted as a prophet by the Jewish leaders. Second, although he was popular, the people at large did not understand exactly who he was. Third, though his baptism was a sign of repentance, and prepared persons for the Messiah, it did not save anyone. This is why John was so careful to point others to Christ. Finally, Jesus compared himself and John. Though Jesus had many followers, like John, he had few true disciples. Few there be that find the narrow way to life.
Bible Reading: Jeremiah 28:1-30:24
Scripture Memory: 1 John 4:15 “Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You. Every time I use that word ‘thanks’ I can think of You. Every good gift comes from You ultimately. If I have any good thing in my life, You have brought it about. Family is a blessing form You. Health is a blessing from You. My job is a blessing from You. Church is a blessing from You. It is all You! You are the source for all that is good in my life! Thank You most of all for Jesus! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a man who was just saved and is beginning to grow in Christ. Pray for a man with kidney failure. Pray for a man who is in the hospital.
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