Mark 2:25
Jesus begins to remind the Pharisees of the story of how David and his men partook of the hallowed things.Notice his question. He asks if they had ever read this passage, which is of course a rhetorical question. They had no doubt read it, but obviously they had misapplied it or misunderstood it. This is one of many occasions in which Jesus corrects the Jewish leaders very specifically from Scripture.
Notice the qualifications given here. David and his men were in need. They had a lack of food, and were not sure where or when they might obtain it. They hungered. They were at that present moment in need of something to eat, being weak from their journey. I do not call these justifications, but qualifications. There was not a need for David to try to justify breaking the law, but to qualify for God’s mercy, which brings its own justification. Salvation is the same. The sinner is guilty before the law, but qualifying for the mercy and grace of God, he is justified and made guiltless.
Bible Reading: Acts 5:1-6:15
Scripture Memory: James 5:19 “Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him;”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, we act as if trusting you is such a difficult task. And, indeed, our flesh finds it hard. But, it is truly quite easy. When we consider your faithfulness, trusting you is the easiest thing we can do. When we consider your love, trusting you is the easiest thing we can do. When we consider your mercy and grace, trusting you is the easiest thing we can do. When we consider your plans for our future, trusting you is the easiest thing we can do. When we consider your holiness in contrast to this evil world, trusting you is the easiest thing we can do. When we consider everything about you, Almighty God, trusting you becomes a simple task. Thank you for you! You are so wonderful! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise you, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a woman who just had a baby. Pray for a man in a nursing home. Pray for a baby that is not feeling well.
Journal Entry #15055