He sees your greatest need.



Luke 5:18–20

Some men came carrying a paralyzed man on a mat and tried to take him into the house to lay him before Jesus. When they could not find a way to do this because of the crowd, they went up on the roof and lowered him on his mat through the tiles into the middle of the crowd, right in front of Jesus.

When Jesus saw their faith, he said, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.”

Do you think the man or his friends were surprised? Paralyzed and helplessly lowered into a packed room, Jesus first addresses this man's heart. Jesus saw that forgiveness is what he needed most. And right after? The man walked out.

I always think I know what I need from God. An easier day. Success or joy.

Yes, God grants good gifts... But he address what's most important first: your heart.

When have you been certain about what you needed from God, only to have your expectations reshaped?

 

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