Throughout scripture, wisdom is celebrated as a treasure that is worth seeking. It is better than riches (Prov3:13-18). It’s source is God, who alone is perfectly wise (Rom16:27). And it is found in the actions and attitude of Jesus, in whom “all the treasures of wisdom” are found (Col2:3). Wisdom comes from reading and applying scripture.
Lord, strengthen my resolve to live by the wisdom that comes only from You. Give me the discernment to live all of life from Your point of view that I might know the blessings of a life lived wisely.
Blessing comes from seeking wisdom and living by it.
Matthew’s gospel says that the leper came and approached Jesus in worship, with trust in His power and with humility, acknowledging that the choice to help belonged to Jesus. He said, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean” (Matt8:2). In compassion, Jesus touched him and he was cleansed immediately.
Like the leper, we don’t need to hesitate to approach Jesus with our desire for His help. As we go to Him in humility and worship, we can trust that He will make the best choices for us.
What an example this leper is to me, Lord. Give me a heart of worship, of confidence in Your power, and of trust that when I bring my needs to You, You’ll make the best choice. May I surrender to Your will.
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The story of Zacchaeus and Jesus (Luke19:1-10) contains a surprising recognition. As Jesus passed through the city of Jericho, a wealthy tax collector named Zacchaeus climbed a tree in order to see Him. “When Jesus came to the place, He looked up and saw Him and said to him, ‘Zacchaeus, make haste and come down, for today I must stay at your house’ “ (v.5). Instead of ignoring Zacchaeus or saying “Hey, you in the tree,” Jesus called him by name. From that moment on, his life began to change.
When it seems that no one knows you or cares who you are, remember Jesus. He knows us by name and longs for us to know Him in a personal way. Our Father in heaven sees us through His eyes of love and cares about every detail of our lives.
Jesus knows you by name and longs for you to know Him.
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Seek God's Wisdom
/in Steadfast HopeThroughout scripture, wisdom is celebrated as a treasure that is worth seeking. It is better than riches (Prov3:13-18). It’s source is God, who alone is perfectly wise (Rom16:27). And it is found in the actions and attitude of Jesus, in whom “all the treasures of wisdom” are found (Col2:3). Wisdom comes from reading and applying scripture.
Lord, strengthen my resolve to live by the wisdom that comes only from You. Give me the discernment to live all of life from Your point of view that I might know the blessings of a life lived wisely.
Blessing comes from seeking wisdom and living by it.
Surrender to His Will
/in Steadfast HopeMatthew’s gospel says that the leper came and approached Jesus in worship, with trust in His power and with humility, acknowledging that the choice to help belonged to Jesus. He said, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean” (Matt8:2). In compassion, Jesus touched him and he was cleansed immediately.
Like the leper, we don’t need to hesitate to approach Jesus with our desire for His help. As we go to Him in humility and worship, we can trust that He will make the best choices for us.
What an example this leper is to me, Lord. Give me a heart of worship, of confidence in Your power, and of trust that when I bring my needs to You, You’ll make the best choice. May I surrender to Your will.
He Knows Your Name
/in Steadfast HopeThe story of Zacchaeus and Jesus (Luke19:1-10) contains a surprising recognition. As Jesus passed through the city of Jericho, a wealthy tax collector named Zacchaeus climbed a tree in order to see Him. “When Jesus came to the place, He looked up and saw Him and said to him, ‘Zacchaeus, make haste and come down, for today I must stay at your house’ “ (v.5). Instead of ignoring Zacchaeus or saying “Hey, you in the tree,” Jesus called him by name. From that moment on, his life began to change.
When it seems that no one knows you or cares who you are, remember Jesus. He knows us by name and longs for us to know Him in a personal way. Our Father in heaven sees us through His eyes of love and cares about every detail of our lives.
Jesus knows you by name and longs for you to know Him.