“When evening came, after the sun had set, they began bringing to Him all who were ill and those who were demon-possessed. And the whole city had gathered at the door. And He healed many who were ill with various diseases and cast out many demons; and He was not permitting the demons to speak, because they knew who He was” (Mark 1:32-34).
Once the word got out, many came to Him with hope that He would heal people of their infirmities. Many settle for just that. He has come to make us clean, whole, and ready to live eternally with Him. There should be no settling for just the first steps. We are called to make the whole journey and follow Jesus as He makes of us what He will. Do not listen to the ones opposed to Him speaking against the faith but yourself speak His word and speak freely.
Lord, I see these things, but I am so wrapped up in the moment that I settle for temporary things. Turn my heart toward eternity so that I long for the salvation You give, and reject the condemnation that is upon us all in this age of sin. Guide me on the upward path and lead me out of myself and into You. You alone give the words of eternal life. Help me to learn to speak the truth at all times.
Lord Jesus, You have come into my ordinary life and walk alongside me. You are healing me of my confusions. Place Your words in my mouth so that I may speak the truth and bring Your healing to those around me. Guide me in the path of salvation knowing that the wicked ones will speak out, but cannot harm me, for You counter their voices. You have given me the words of hope to speak when I encounter adversity. Help me to speak Your word always. Amen.
