GOD
OF ACTION
Matthew 9:18-19
As Jesus was saying this, the leader of a synagogue came and knelt
before Him. "My daughter has just died," he said, "but You can
bring her back to life again if You just come and lay Your hand on
her." (19) So Jesus and His disciples got up and went
with Him.
I’ve been focusing on the words of
Christ, thus the title of the blog, Red Letter Discipleship. Actions often speak
louder than words. This man, the leader of a synagogue comes to Jesus and
expresses incredible faith. His daughter is not ill, she’s dead. There is no
pulse, no breath and from a human standpoint, no hope. Yet he says, “but You
can bring her back to life again if You just come and lay Your hand on her.”
Not only does He show faith, but also
respect for Jesus by kneeling before Him.
The response is that Jesus gets up and
goes with him. Over and over the scripture assures us that faith will move God
to action.
As you face the trials of this day are
you aware of God’s presence with you? Are you aware of the promises that He has
made? Will you look to Him first to be a God of action on your behalf in your
situation?
Father in heaven, thank You that we can
trust You and that You are with us always. Help us turn to You and Your
faithful promises in all situations. In Jesus Name, AMEN!!!
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