Scripture: Luke 7:18-22
John’s disciples informed him about all these things. John called two of his disciples and sent them to the Lord. They were to ask him, “Are you the one who is coming, or should we look for someone else?” When they reached Jesus, they said, “John the Baptist sent us to you. He asks, ‘Are you the one who is coming, or should we look for someone else?'” Right then, Jesus healed many of their diseases, illnesses, and evil spirits, and he gave sight to a number of blind people. Then he replied to John’s disciples, “Go, report to John what you have seen and heard. Those who were blind are able to see. Those who were crippled now walk. People with skin diseases are cleansed. Those who were deaf now hear. Those who were dead are raised up. And good news is preached to the poor…
Thought for the Day: As hard as I try not to be a hypocrite, there are still days when my faith falls short and I do the opposite of what I proclaim. I imagine we all can relate on some level. In Jesus’ interaction with a couple of John’s disciples, he answered their question without answering their question. They probably were looking for a Yes or No, but Jesus invited them to find their answer in a close observation of what he did. Jesus could have preached until he was blue in the face, and because it was Jesus, it would have been good preaching. But there appears to be a recognition that you will teach, inspire and invite others into the movement with your actions. The proof is in the pudding. Our mission as Cypress Creek Christian Church is written on practically everything, but if it is not etched in us as a people, then it ain’t going to teach, inspire or invite others to join in the movement.
Prayer: Build your message within me, O Lord. Allow it to be so much a part of me that others will not only see, but experience your relentless and unconditional love. I ask this as one who has received this amazing gift through Jesus Christ. Amen.
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