Mark 6:33
It is amazing to see so many flock to him at this time, and yet he ends up being crucified. Indeed, it is important to understand exactly why the events of the life of Christ lead to the cross. Of course, there are many reasons relating to our salvation, and the universal plan of God. But, here I would highlight the fact that this ignorance, which took hold during Christ’s ministry, was a judgment.
The Jewish people had rejected the prophets by and large. Thus, when The Prophet comes among them, God allows the same disinterest and rebellion to grow as was the case earlier. Rather than preventing this, God allows the people to make up their mind, once again ultimately making the wrong choice. Lest we run to condemn the Jews, this is the pattern for all of mankind, and the same sort of thing will overtake the Gentiles.
1 Kings 22:1-2 Kings 2:25
James 2:6 But ye have despised the poor. Do not rich men oppress you, and draw you before the judgment seats?
Heavenly Father, though we know that you are a just and holy God, a study of your love will not keep us from understanding you better. Your love has your justice and holiness within it. Your characteristics cannot be separated. As we ponder the immensity of your compassion and the amazing depth of your care, we learn more of the truth of your justice and the purity of your holiness. Thank you for the wonder of who you are! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise you, Amen.
Pray for a man in the nursing home.
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