You’re in Good Hands
As we live all our days in loving service to our Savior, we can be strong and courageous, no matter what challenges we may encounter. For we know that our Lord is with us always on earth, and we will live with our Savior in heaven.
Death Got in the Way
The author of Hebrews contrasts the many former priests to Jesus. Death kept them from going on. No so with Jesus. He defeated death and serves as our High Priest forever. He died once and for all.
Present OK, But the Future?
The rich young man wanted to secure eternal life. His past and present had been secured by his great wealth. But wealth is not able to buy eternal life. Jesus told him to be a blessing to the poor. He became sad and went away.
Childlike Faith
People were bringing little children to Jesus that He might touch them. Would that be a healing touch? Likely not. At the end of this episode He picked them up and blessed them. But it is noteworthy that Jesus became “really irritated” at his disciples, because the kingdom of God belongs to them.
Stern Words for Parents
Throughout the Bible there are many passages that give parents the task of teaching the faith to their children. Jesus uses very stern words in this regard. Parents who neglect their children’s Christian upbringing will have to answer to God, who entrusted them with their children.