Good News Travels Fast
Today's Devotional Reading: Job 21; Mk 5, 6
October 30, 2009
TODAY'S SCRIPTURE
"When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things." (Mark 6:34)
TODAY'S WORD
Now Simon's mother-in-law was lying sick with a fever; and immediately they spoke to Jesus about her. And He came to her and raised her up, taking her by the hand, and the fever left her, and she waited on them. When evening came, after the sun had set, they began bringing to Him all who were ill and those who were demon-possessed. And the whole city had gathered at the door." (Mark 1:30-33)
Amazing things happen when we share the Word of God. People who were lost and hopeless are finding life and purpose. People who were depressed and discouraged are receiving encouragement and renewed strength. Those who were sick and hurting are being healed in their bodies and their minds. And individuals who believed they were failures are discovering the champions that God made them to be.
As Jesus' disciples soon learned in Jerusalem, this kind of good news travels fast. When God's hand is moving in a supernatural way, the whole city will soon be gathered at your door. It is true in your home church. Each week, people from our neighborhoods, and our nation, make their way to our door. In the name of Jesus, welcome them with the same kind of love and compassion that He showed to the multitudes that followed Him.
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
God, give me the opportunity to extend my hand in welcome and friendship to someone this week. There are so many who are seeking a place to belong where they feel loved and accepted ... and I know the way. Help me to serve as Your ambassador in my church and in my world. In Jesus' name, Amen.
We sure love you!
Eric & Rita
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