7/2/2024 0 Comments Faithful Promises
While this was a cherished game for me, it was anything but that for the disciples and the women who followed Jesus. The Gospels shed light on their distress and deep sorrow as they witnessed His crucifixion. Specifically in Luke 24, we get a glimpse of Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and Mary walking to the tomb with spices in their hands. Their breath hitched as they found the tomb wide open - empty, with the stone rolled away. The appearance of the Angel of the Lord stirred their hearts, and they were reminded of Jesus’s words as he predicted his own fate. Luke 24:7 states, “The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified, and on the third day rise again.” These women rushed to inform the disciples who, still tormented by the gory scene of the crucifixion they'd witness just three days before, doubted the credibility of the empty tomb. It wasn’t until they met Jesus on the road to Emmaus, and recognized him during the breaking of bread that they truly grasped they were in the presence of the resurrected King. One could argue that their senses were so overwhelmed and consumed by the sight before them that they found it challenging to hold onto the words of Jesus. For the disciples, a certain degree of faith and certainty had been momentarily compromised. Have you received a promise from God concerning your family, future, or career, but find it challenging to maintain faith due to the circumstances before you? Dear friend, I am here to remind you to hold fast to your faith. Do not allow obstacles to hinder your belief in God's unwavering promises and faithfulness in your life. Trust God’s voice as he guides you faithfully on your journey. The enemy seeks to distract you with the visible obstacles, causing you to forget the abundant blessings God has in store for you. Therefore, consider this as your reminder to stand unwavering in His faithfulness, regardless of the challenges you face. Whenever the enemy attempts to steal that promise by diverting your focus to the obstacles in front of you, I pray that the Holy Spirit will help you redirect your vision. May your heart focus on the One who faithfully keeps His word. Remain steadfast in your faith! “God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be greatly encouraged.” Hebrews 6:18 (NIV)
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