“Then some of the scribes and Pharisees said to him, “Teacher, we wish to see a sign from you.” But he answered them, “An evil and adulterous generation asks for a sign, but no sign will be given to it except the sign of the prophet Jonah” (Matthew 12:38-39).
Jonah was swallowed up for three days. Jesus was crucified, died, and on the third day, rose from the dead. Many still do not believe that truth. People are always asking for proof; and no matter what you give them, they turn away wanting still more. The Lord of all creation has given us what He has given us. Are you satisfied with what His witnesses said? Do you always come back wanting more? Learn to be faithful in all things.
Lord, You know that I too waver and have doubts. You have given me all that I need. Help me stop with the constant asking for more. Teach me how to be content in all circumstances. Guide me in Your goodness to look at others as You look at them and pray for those who doubt. You have risen from the dead. Because You live, we have the hope of eternity. Teach me to live in that hope.
Lord Jesus, what greater sign could have been given for this generation? Death has lost its sting. For those who believe and those who will come to believe, the insanity of this age is revealed for what it is. Lead me to understand that all I need has already been provided. Guide me to walk with You in humbleness and live according to the promises which You have given to all who believe. Amen.
