Friday, March 7 Matthew 4:1-11 (see yesterday’s post) While Jesus was newly declared to be God’s son and unproven in his ministry, he was not unprepared for the wily deceptions of the evil one. “It is written …” in each encounter, Jesus draws upon his knowledge of Scripture and is guided by the text’s grounded wisdom. “One does not live by bread alone …” Humans live by bread, yes, but there is more: purpose, family, friends, forgiveness, serving the neighbor, communion with God! “Do not put the Lord your God to the test.” God is able and powerful, yes, but it is not our place to order God around our sense of promoting his name—and ours! “Worship the Lord your God and serve only him.” Political power, rightly and justly exercised, yes, but it is not life’s primary authority. Ultimate allegiance and adoration rightly and justly belong to God! Gracious God, thank you for the Bible and my freedom and opportunities to read and study your Word, whether alone or with others. Give me the curiosity, openness and spirit to read it humbly, rightly and prayerfully.
Posted on: Sat, 08 Mar 2014 02:39:43 +0000
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