Weekend Reading

Matthew 14:14-15:28; Psalm 8:35-30; Proverbs 4:11-19

We learn quite a bit about Jesus in this reading.

First - Jesus cares about people. He feels the same emotions we do. He spends time by himself to grieve after learning that his cousin, John the Baptist, has been killed. He feels pity and compassion for those in need. He delights in those who respond in faith.

Second - He has total control over nature. He heals the sick, he supernaturally increases food, & He walks on water. Not only does he walk on water, he can allow others to do the same. This last miracle convinces the disciples He is the Son of God.

Third - He is committed to fulfilling God's plan. In all that He does, He is furthering the message of God. Jesus' mission is to restore individual relationships with God. His message is summed up in chapter 14, verses 8 & 9. "These people say they honor me, but their hearts are far away. Their worship is worthless, for they teach their man-made laws instead of those from God."

So turn your hearts toward God, follow His law instead of man-made law, & find real living.