Matthew 12:21
One of the most amazing signs that Jesus was truly the Messiah was his ministry to the Gentiles. Though this was the last thing that the Jews were likely to recognize, it should have been quite apparent to them. In several cases Jesus is seen ministering to Gentile people as part of his ministry.
The word ‘trust’ in this verse is translated from the Greek verb ‘ἐλπίζω,’ which means ‘to hope.’ Without Jesus Christ, the Gentiles could have no hope. Even though the Jews would pin their hopes upon the law, without Christ, this to is ultimately hopeless. He is the great hope of this world. He is the Savior.
Bible Reading: Exodus 21:1-23:33
Scripture Memory: 1 John 2:19 “They went out from us, but they were not all of us; for if they had been of us, they would no doubt have continued with us: but they went out, that they might be made manifest that they were not all of us.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for the Lord Jesus Christ, our great hope! Hope is such a comfort to our souls in an uncertain world. Without it, life makes little sense. Without it, good seems to be only an illusion, and truth, an impossibility. Jesus brings to us a hope that makes life worth living. It rescues us from a cycle of death, and gives us an eternal perspective from which to live our daily lives. It is so good to know Him, and the power of His resurrection. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a family that just lost a loved one. Pray for a pastor and church in Ohio.
Journal Entry #13128