Scripture: Mark 1:30-31
Now Simon’s mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and they told Jesus about her at once. He came and took her by the hand and lifted her up. Then the fever left her, and she began to serve them.
Thought for the Day: Simon (Peter) had a mother-in-law. It’s interesting, years ago I played a game of Bible Trivia, and the question I received was: Was St. Peter married? I thought about it for a minute, and then answered in the affirmative. My response was based upon my recollection of this passage, though without any explanation, the Bible Trivia game said it was False. There is often room for interpretation, but as far as I know, there is only one way to have a mother-in-law.
There is no mention of Simon’s wife, and it could be that she was deceased or simply not around. Whatever the case, Simon had a deep concern for his wife’s mother, and for that reason, he brought Jesus to her. How many of us are bringing Jesus to those who need him? How often do we wait for people to name their need for Jesus instead of proactively bringing him into their situation through our words and actions? Let’s strive to bring the living Christ alongside anyone whose life circumstance yearns for his healing love and compassionate touch.
Prayer: Thank you, Lord, for all those who have brought Jesus to me. May my life witness do the same for others. Amen.
Lilies of the Field
(Women’s Ministry)
The women’s gathering is this Sunday,
January 25th, at 3 pm.
Cindy Rhodes is presenting,
and the theme is:
“Get Moving and Get Healthy”.
Don’t miss it!!
New Offering Envelopes
available in
The Lobby of the Sanctuary
