Passage
Matthew 8:14-22 (ESV)
God Accepts Those Who Fear Him
Acts 10:17-35
Key Verse: 10:34
Jesus Took Up Our Infirmities
Date: May. 13, 2015
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 8:17
First, Jesus' care for the needy (14-17). When Jesus visited Peter's home and saw his sick mother-in-law, he healed her. Peter's house became a refuge for all the sick and demon possessed, who came to Jesus and received his personal care and healing. Isaiah had prophesied that the Messiah would care for all the needy, taking up our infirmities and bearing our diseases. Jesus is the Messiah, who cares for each person's need.
Second, the cost of following Jesus (18-22). One teacher of the law was star-struck, seeing all the crowds following Jesus, and pledged to follow Jesus anywhere. Jesus knew his heart; he didn't know the hardship of Jesus' poor and pious life. Before committing to full-time ministry, he had to count the cost. Another disciple wanted to follow Jesus after his father was buried. Jesus told him clearly that to follow Jesus is a matter of priority. Jesus wants us to understand what it means to follow him and commit to it wholeheartedly.
Prayer: Father, thank you for Jesus' care for my needs. Help me follow Jesus with commitment.
One Word: Follow Jesus the Messiah
