Matthew 17:13
Let us not forget that the ministry of John was quite successful. He minimized himself to bring more attention to Christ. However, he had quite a following. Many responded to his message of repentance. Many made their intentions to be prepared for the Messiah well known. But, just as the disciples, many had trouble understanding the truth of the relationship between Jesus and John. There was so much going on in that day, what with false prophets and the misleading teachings of the religious elite, that it was difficult for the common man to sort it all out. And that is one of the many reasons that Jesus targeted the common people. They had the best excuse for not understanding, and they had the greatest sense of their own need.
Bible Reading: Jeremiah 31:1-32:44
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, give us clarity! Remind us that Your Word is vitally important to our very lives. May we never take it for granted! May we never assume we have become so good on our own that we don’t need reminders of You. May we never forget that You are at work in us at all times. We have not arrived, we are on the way. Oh Father, thank You for Your Truth! It may be difficult for us to swallow, but we cannot say it is hard to find. Thank You for giving us Your Son, Father. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a little boy that is sick. Pray for a woman with a partially detached retina. Pray for a woman’s unspoken request.
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