Passage
Matthew 8:23-34 (ESV)
The Lamb Will Triumph
Revelation 17:1-18
Key Verse: 17:14
"What Kind of Man is This?"
Date: May. 14, 2015
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 8:27
And the men marveled, saying, “What sort of man is this, that even winds and sea obey him?”
In these two stories Jesus' divinity is revealed.
First, Jesus rules over nature (23-27). Jesus' disciples, who were fishermen, were powerless and terrified before a furious storm. But Jesus was sleeping, confident in God's care. After they woke him, Jesus first rebuked his disciples for their fear rooted in little faith. Then he rebuked the storm and it was completely calm. Jesus is Almighty God, to whom even winds and waves submit.
Second, Jesus rules the spiritual realm (28-34). These two men were ruled by demons, powerless to help themselves, and a danger to society. But demons were powerless before Jesus. Jesus allowed the demons to go into pigs to show the men he values them more than pigs. Jesus' power over the spiritual realm was clearly demonstrated.
Prayer: Father, thank you for Jesus who rules over every area of our world. Forgive my fear and unbelief. Help me trust in him and his power today.
One Word: Jesus is almighty
