Scripture: Mark 1:38
At once his fame began to spread throughout the surrounding region of Galilee.
Thought for the Day: In a time before press agents, Facebook and a 24 hour news cycle, the idea of someone’s fame spreading quickly was extraordinary. Word would have been shared in the market places, among extended families, and in the town squares. Yet what would people have been saying? To this point in the story, Jesus had taught good news and healed a tormented spirit. When was the last time news about Jesus was shared enthusiastically in Kroger’s, the Bush Intercontinental Airport as families reunited, and down at City Hall? I would suggest the news of Jesus remains just as exciting as it was around 30AD, yet something has changed. Could it be that the church – the body of Christ – is no longer teaching good news and restoring the broken spirits within our community?
Prayer: Powerful and Loving God, provide your renewing spirit within those who desire to see your name spread again throughout our community. Amen.
TOMORROW
