Matthew 4:43-5:15
Inspired thots:
Jesus goes to those who are willing to hear and believe;
But many want to SEE before they BELIEVE (v48). Miracles happen to raise our belief and faith in God (v53)
If one takes Jesus' words at it is (v50), it will be done for him/her. How important to READ His words (the bible) so that I can take His word and have it be done for me.
There were SO many infirmed at the pool waiting to be healed by the stirring waters; but Jesus only chose ONE paralysed man to be healed there that day, asking him 'do you want to get well?'
And Jesus could recognise him at the temple later and advised him further. But the healed man feared Man rather than God ~ reporting on Jesus to the Jews.
~> Jesus took the initiatives at both occasions.
A daily time out with the Lord Jesus, to hear Him speak to ME. I am asking the Lord to share HIS thoughts with ME, to teach me more about Himself, and how I can be drawn closer to Him... for 'His thoughts are not my thoughts and neither are His ways my ways' Isaiah 55:8,9. This blog is not a theological exegesis. This blog is to record down the INSIGHTS & INSPIRATIONS of God's Word to me; speaking LIFE into my life for Abundant life! :)
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Monday, October 4, 2010
There's ALWAYS TWO SIDES to a Coin
John 4:21-42
Inspired thots:
What a contrast! the Jews and the Gentiles. Both had the opportunities to hear Jesus, but what a different response.
The Jews were excited and eager to see more MIRACLES from Jesus while the Chief Priests and Pharisees were skeptical.
The Gentiles heard Jesus' WORDS with their heart and responded in faith and belief.
Perhaps it is a matter of...
When Man doesnt know, and then Man hear or learn - and embrace the new lesson.
When Man thinks he already knows, he tends to shut off anything new or worthy especially if it does not exalt self.
That is the contrast of the JEWS and the GENTILES. (v22)
2) When Jesus reveals or exposes the truth, the Jews rejected it and were offended (2:18); but the Gentiles received the revelation with repentance and acceptance (v29).
Humility must be in place even as one seeks the truth so that when it comes, it will be gladly received. It is like what Jesus said: the stone which the builders rejected has become a cornerstone. If the truth is not accepted, it becomes a hindrance to us; if the truth is accepted, it sets us free (8:34).
3) A testimony is very impactful; the Samaritan woman went back to town to invite others to meet Jesus. Knowing her 'colorful' life, they believed her... she must have been so impacted by Jesus. (v39) Then the Gentiles were wise, they heard Jesus themselves and decided for themselves what is TRUTH; they allowed Jesus' words to impact them (v42).
They had the RIGHT ATTITUDE ~ Humility. Humility leads to Wisdom. Wisdom leads to Understanding. Understanding leads to Life.
Inspired thots:
What a contrast! the Jews and the Gentiles. Both had the opportunities to hear Jesus, but what a different response.
The Jews were excited and eager to see more MIRACLES from Jesus while the Chief Priests and Pharisees were skeptical.
The Gentiles heard Jesus' WORDS with their heart and responded in faith and belief.
Perhaps it is a matter of...
When Man doesnt know, and then Man hear or learn - and embrace the new lesson.
When Man thinks he already knows, he tends to shut off anything new or worthy especially if it does not exalt self.
That is the contrast of the JEWS and the GENTILES. (v22)
2) When Jesus reveals or exposes the truth, the Jews rejected it and were offended (2:18); but the Gentiles received the revelation with repentance and acceptance (v29).
Humility must be in place even as one seeks the truth so that when it comes, it will be gladly received. It is like what Jesus said: the stone which the builders rejected has become a cornerstone. If the truth is not accepted, it becomes a hindrance to us; if the truth is accepted, it sets us free (8:34).
3) A testimony is very impactful; the Samaritan woman went back to town to invite others to meet Jesus. Knowing her 'colorful' life, they believed her... she must have been so impacted by Jesus. (v39) Then the Gentiles were wise, they heard Jesus themselves and decided for themselves what is TRUTH; they allowed Jesus' words to impact them (v42).
They had the RIGHT ATTITUDE ~ Humility. Humility leads to Wisdom. Wisdom leads to Understanding. Understanding leads to Life.
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