Good Morning Truth Seekers! Mark 10:32-52: Jesus is trying to prepare his disciples for what will happen in Jerusalem. James and John see opportunity as politically make a play for their futures. Jesus tells them that he cannot just give them the seats on his right and left. But he schools them on serving their way to the the front. I think all too often people overlook the serving part of leadership. People in general think that the leader is in a place of privilege, but he is really in a place of service. Jesus serves once more by healing Bartmaeus.
Isaiah 41-42 reminds Israel of where their help comes from; It will not be from idols even though they insult God by constantly calling on idols to help them. 42. Is the promise that the servant of the Lord will come and with the spirit of the Lord upon him will bring justice to all nations. The Lord declares in verse 8 that he will not give His glory to another.
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Friday, February 6, 2009
Isaiah 39-30 Mark 10:1-31
Good Morning Truth Seekers! Isaiah 39 & 40 begins by a kind gesture from the Babylonian King. Hezekiah showed the Babylonians all of his treasure and I Isaiah prophesied that one day the king of Babylon will walk away with it. Additionally, his sons would be slaves in Babylon. Hezekiah blew it off with fine as long as it happens after he dies. 40: Man is like grass and flowers. He fades away but the word of God shall stand forever. More so, God is incomparable to man, He never tires or grows faint. Even when we as man give out and give up God never will. Those that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength. This is a great witness to me today. I hope you find the strength to wait on God, and the wisdom to not get ahead of him.
Mark 10: 1-31 Jesus has come for every person to receive salvation. No one is excluded, not even children. He scolds his disciples for keeping the children from see Him. He said that the kingdom of God belongs to them too. The rich young ruler comes puffed up and thinking that he has it all together. But Jesus see his heart and challenges him to let go of earthly treasure to have eternal riches. He could not do it. Each of us have a different cross to bear, his was his wealth, knowing ours will be what is important in being able to hold heartily follow God.
Mark 10: 1-31 Jesus has come for every person to receive salvation. No one is excluded, not even children. He scolds his disciples for keeping the children from see Him. He said that the kingdom of God belongs to them too. The rich young ruler comes puffed up and thinking that he has it all together. But Jesus see his heart and challenges him to let go of earthly treasure to have eternal riches. He could not do it. Each of us have a different cross to bear, his was his wealth, knowing ours will be what is important in being able to hold heartily follow God.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Isaiah 37-38 Mark 9:30-50
Good Morning Truth Seekers! Isaiah is called upon in at a time when Hezekiah the king needs help. I am always amazed that people know to call on the Lord in a time of need. I often say that God cares about us every day and wants the best for us. Hezekiah is smart enough to put God name before his own kingdom. He says that the king of Assyria blasphemes the Holy One of Israel. God intervenes and fights this battle on behalf of His name. Sometimes when I have fallen short I ask God to deliver or provide in for His Name's sake. I hope you learn that prayer. Hezekiah was a praying king who sought the Lord for his country and his own life. Because he put his trust in God he was spared and rewarded 15 more years. God did remind him that it was He the Lord providing and guiding Judah, and that their behavior toward Him had not been goodly at all. It proves that the Lord God is slow to anger and plenteous in mercy. (Psalm 103 )
Mark 9: Jesus is focused in trying to get his disciples ready for his departure. He spends quality time with them teaching them and revealing Himself and plans for the future. It is important for all who are disciples of Jesus to spend time with him. He says whoever is not against us is for us, and that whoever receives a child; receives Him and whoever receives Him receives the Father Lastly, he encourages us that heaven lame is better than hell whole. I pray that you are maintaining your saltiness by spending time with Jesus and spreading a little as you go.
Mark 9: Jesus is focused in trying to get his disciples ready for his departure. He spends quality time with them teaching them and revealing Himself and plans for the future. It is important for all who are disciples of Jesus to spend time with him. He says whoever is not against us is for us, and that whoever receives a child; receives Him and whoever receives Him receives the Father Lastly, he encourages us that heaven lame is better than hell whole. I pray that you are maintaining your saltiness by spending time with Jesus and spreading a little as you go.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Isaiah 34-36 Mark 9:1-29
Good Morning Truth Seekers! Isaiah 34-36 is the last of prophecy regarding the Lords revenge against nations who wronged His people. Edom will finally get the destruction they are due for what they did to Judah. What did they do? In a time when they should have helped Judah they plundered their land and turned their backs on them. When the destruction comes rejoicing will occur. 36 Tells the story of how the Assyria approached to conquered Judah.
Mark 9:1-29 Jesus takes Peter, James and John to what is none as the mount of transfiguration. It is called that because of what happened to Jesus on that mountain. He again asked mortal to keep a secret until after he rises from the dead. Lastly, Jesus declares that some spiritual battles will require fasting and praying. He cast out the demon based on his power and the Father's faith. What a combo. I pray that my faith will produce power from on high.
Mark 9:1-29 Jesus takes Peter, James and John to what is none as the mount of transfiguration. It is called that because of what happened to Jesus on that mountain. He again asked mortal to keep a secret until after he rises from the dead. Lastly, Jesus declares that some spiritual battles will require fasting and praying. He cast out the demon based on his power and the Father's faith. What a combo. I pray that my faith will produce power from on high.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Isaiah 32-33: Mark 8
Good Morning Truth Seekers! Isaiah 32-33 continues to be Isaiah's prophecy that God will over throw the Assyrian Army. They are powerful and have left Jerusalem destitute, but God will restore Jerusalem and make a city of righteousness again.
Mark 8 is a continuation of the Jesus establishing himself as the Messiah. He refuses to perform miracles in one town, and asked, 'How many miracles do you need?" I believe that at some point we have to decide with the information that we have whether we believe in Jesus or not. If we never make a decision then it won't matter how many miracles we see. I think that even in this life we have to continue to seek God for help with overcoming our unbelief. I have seen enough from Jesus, but it does not mean that I never struggle with faith when I need it. Even now, I am seeking God for His church, its provisions, and its direction. I know he can do what is needed, the question is, "What will my testimony be when he does?"
Mark 8 is a continuation of the Jesus establishing himself as the Messiah. He refuses to perform miracles in one town, and asked, 'How many miracles do you need?" I believe that at some point we have to decide with the information that we have whether we believe in Jesus or not. If we never make a decision then it won't matter how many miracles we see. I think that even in this life we have to continue to seek God for help with overcoming our unbelief. I have seen enough from Jesus, but it does not mean that I never struggle with faith when I need it. Even now, I am seeking God for His church, its provisions, and its direction. I know he can do what is needed, the question is, "What will my testimony be when he does?"
Monday, February 2, 2009
Isaiah 30-31: Mark 7:14-37
Good Morning Truth Seekers! Isaiah 30-31 Isaiah the prophet of the Lord gives insight to what will happen to those who seek refuge anywhere other than the God of Israel, especially Egypt. But for those who seek the Lord and trust in him will get guidance and blessings. The point is to trust in the Lord our God in all things. Walking by faith is the prescription regardless of how bad it looks or gets. If we trust in the Lord and remain faithful in righteousness He will come.
Mark 7: 14-37 Jesus teaches that it is not what goes into a man that defiles him. Jesus removes the ban on unclean foods, and establishes that a mans heart is where evil comes from. He heals a woman's daughter, and heals a deaf mute. The more he asked them not to tell the quicker the word spread of his power. I wonder if we told people to keep Jesus a secret what would happen. Now we see the miracles of Jesus go unannounced and unacknowledged robbing Him of the glory due him. Don't be guilty of such, give God the praise for what he does in your life.
Mark 7: 14-37 Jesus teaches that it is not what goes into a man that defiles him. Jesus removes the ban on unclean foods, and establishes that a mans heart is where evil comes from. He heals a woman's daughter, and heals a deaf mute. The more he asked them not to tell the quicker the word spread of his power. I wonder if we told people to keep Jesus a secret what would happen. Now we see the miracles of Jesus go unannounced and unacknowledged robbing Him of the glory due him. Don't be guilty of such, give God the praise for what he does in your life.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Isaiah 28-29 Mark 7:1-13
Good Morning Truth Seekers! This morning I read Mark prior to Isaiah. I was surprised to find right in the middle of what Mark wrote a quote from Isaiah 29. My prayer for you today is that you are not like the people Mark and Isaiah wrote about when it comes to God. Isaiah 29: 13 and Mark 6 & 7.
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