Scripture: Luke 4:31-32
Jesus went down to the city of Capernaum in Galilee and taught the people each Sabbath. They were amazed by his teaching because he delivered his message with authority.
Thought for the Day: Jesus begins his public ministry in Luke’s Gospel with a trip to Capernaum. It speaks of the peoples’ amazement as he delivered his message with authority. The word here from the original Greek is: Exousia. It is a word used often in Luke’s Gospel and in the book of Revelation. It describes an almost unlimited power that is used to change and redeem. These were not sermons where people looked at Jesus and said, “That was a very nice sermon this morning. Thank you!” These people were amazed and awestruck by the power of the message to change and redeem their lives. This is the kind of power that initially feels very uncomfortable, and for many, they push it away or run away. But those who allow the power of the message to enter in and do its thing will find themselves forever changed.
Prayer: When your Spirit speaks with power and authority, O Giver of the Gospel, may I allow the discomfort to do what you believe is necessary in my life. May it change me where I need to change; may it free me where I am imprisoned; may it bring the ability to truly forgive where I had previously refused to forgive. I hope I am ready for what I am requesting. Amen.
SEE YOU TOMORROW MORNING
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Spirit-Filled Momentum
